City SMARTS WINTER ACT CLINIC (2025-26)
Designed for juniors preparing for ACT tests in February and April, our Winter ACT Clinic equips students with the strategies, skills, and confidence they need to succeed on the ACT. Over eight 90-minute classes and one full-length, proctored exam, students will receive targeted instruction in English, Math, and Reading, as well as tools for navigating the optional Science section. The course ends with a diagnostic test, giving students a clear picture of their growth and readiness for the official exam.
At City Smarts, we’re always striving to innovate, and this program is no exception. In designing this clinic, we’ve aimed to strike a balance between maximalist ACT programs that cost a fortune and exhaust students with marathon lessons, and budget options that lack the depth necessary for effective test preparation.
By the end of this course, students will leave well prepared for winter and spring ACT test dates. Those seeking to deepen their preparation can seamlessly transition into targeted private tutoring or small group work tailored to their individual needs.
SESSION 2: BROOKLYN
Schedule: Sundays from 5:30 - 7 PM
Class Length: 90 minutes
Location: 337 Smith St. Brooklyn, NY
Dates: 11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 12/7, 12/14, 12/21, 1/11, 1/25
Mock Tests:
2/1 or 2/8
Cost: $855
Clinic capped at 8 students
City Smarts keeps our classes much smaller than other companies in order to allow time for individual support.
90 Minutes of Instruction
We believe that 90 minutes is the ideal amount of time for ACT instruction: just the right length to keep your child engaged and motivated.
FOUNDATIONAL FOCUS
We’ve opted for a foundational format rather than a kitchen-sink approach. We think a fall class / spring private prep or group sequence strikes the best possible balance between effectiveness and affordability.
Diagnostics & MILESTONES
Our class ends in a full length mock exam. The score report and analysis will serve to measure progress and reveal priorities for targeted prep or individual study.
Frequently asked questions
** my child is a strong/weak test taker. who is this class for? **
It is a function of class-based ACT prep that not every student will be on the same level. This class is leveled for average to moderately advanced students and may not be a perfect fit for exceptionally strong or weak students. For more specialized prep, consider private tutoring with City Smarts.
** other companies run much longer ACT courses. why don't you? **
We don't believe that a class is the best way for most students to reach their highest score potential on a standardized test. In the course of preparing for a standardized test, most students reach a point where their needs will begin to differ from their peers. So instead of running a semester-long course that attempts to cover everything, our course is intended to give students a strong, broad foundation. After concluding our course, most students should pivot to highly targeted test prep or individual study. Cost is the primary consideration here. Instead of needing 3 to 6 months of private tutoring, our class-takers will only need a month or two of private support to finish their preperation.
** how do you handle anticipated absences? **
While City Smarts discourages students from missing classes, we realize that conflicts do come up. Please notify City Smarts of any anticipated absenses to discuss a makeup plan.
** how much homework should my child expect? **
Regular, focused practice is an essential, non-negotiable component of effective test prep. Students should be prepared to devote several hours a week to completing homework and will be expected to come prepared to each class having completed all assigned work.
** is enrollment refundable? **
Yes. We will happily issue a full refund up to a week before the first class. After that, City Smarts is able to offer partial credit on a case by case basis.
** does this class cover the ACT Science section? **
The curriculum will focus primarily on the three core sections of the ACT—English, Math, and Reading—that determine the composite score. However, we will also dedicate time to reviewing strategies and practice for the Science section so students feel confident tackling it on test day.
