FAQs

Families who are interested in working with us are welcome to schedule a free 30-minute Zoom consultation. During this meeting, we get to know the family and the student, discuss possible school options and admissions pathways, and introduce our services and how we work. After the consultation, if we feel that we are a good fit for each other and the family would like to move forward, we will provide a consulting agreement. If a family would like additional consultation time before making a final decision, they are welcome to schedule another meeting at $300 per hour.

Our comprehensive consulting packages for families applying to K–12 day schools typically range from $8,000 to $20,000, depending on each family’s specific needs and the scope of support involved. For families applying to boarding schools, our package fees are typically a little higher due to the broader scope of work and additional layers of planning involved, but they remain comparable to other experienced consultants in the field. During the busiest part of the admissions season (typically September through December), our consultants usually meet with families weekly or every other week for 30–60 minutes, depending on their needs. Before September and after December, meetings are typically less frequent and adjusted based on each family’s timeline and goals. Our package also includes unlimited referrals to trusted educational professionals and specialists when needed, including psychologists, learning specialists, testing providers, tutors, and therapists, to support each child’s academic progress, emotional well-being, and overall development. For families who may need financial assistance, we offer a limited number of discounted services each year for qualified families. In addition, we host free live webinars several times a year to help parents better understand the K–12 private school admissions landscape and navigate the process with greater clarity and confidence. Please visit our Workshops & Webinars page for upcoming events and details. To discuss your family’s specific needs, please contact us at info@primaryedugroup.com.

Over the past few years, approximately 90% of our students have been accepted to one of their top-choice schools, including highly competitive independent schools such as Horace Mann School in New York, Sidwell Friends School and Georgetown Day School in Washington, DC, The Potomac School in McLean, VA, The Overlake School in Redmond, WA, Germantown Friends School in Philadelphia, and many more. While admissions outcomes can never be guaranteed, our goal is to guide each family through the process with care and strategy, helping them build a thoughtful, authentic, and strategic application that highlights their child’s strengths and supports them in finding the right school fit — a school environment where they can feel challenged, supported, and truly thrive.

Yes, we offer additional services such as one-on-one writing classes with our writing instructors, art portfolio development, and other enrichment support based on each student’s needs. Each consulting package already includes access to our ISEE/SSAT test prep system, which provides unlimited practice tests, mock exams, and practice materials. This means most families do NOT need to purchase additional ISEE/SSAT test prep services elsewhere. In fact, about 98% of our families prepare for the ISEE/SSAT using our system alone without needing to hire outside tutors. For students who need additional support, we also offer one-on-one private tutoring for ISEE/SSAT preparation.

Each family is assigned a lead consultant and supported by a progress tracking manager and a former admissions officer. Our team works closely together to provide thoughtful and efficient guidance throughout the admissions process.

Our team coordinates school tours and interviews directly with schools and helps create a clear visit schedule for families traveling to attend admissions events. Since many families spend one to two weeks visiting schools, we help plan a well-organized and balanced schedule so they can make the most of their time in the area. We also advise families on which events to prioritize when time is limited, and we aim to make the process as smooth and efficient as possible.

Yes, we do offer a sibling discount. For more details, please contact us at info@primaryedugroup.com to schedule a time to discuss your family’s specific situation.

Most of our families sign up for our services between January and June of the year before their child applies to school. For example, if your child is applying to enter school in Fall 2027, the ideal time to start working with us would be between January and June 2026. Starting during this time allows us to focus on pre-planning and help families understand what students and parents can do during the spring and summer before the application season begins in the fall.