SCIENCE TUTORING

Excel in the Sciences at Hillview Prep

Science can be considered a complex subject, sometimes seeming to be another history or math class. However, this is what makes science so great! Whether you need to understand the earth’s ecosystem in your biology class or master a complex equation in your physics class, our tutors are here to help you succeed!

Science Subjects That We Offer

Challenges in Science

Science can be a tricky subject to master. It utilizes mathematics, problem solving and conceptual understanding, and can be exciting as much as it can be terrifying. While the most typical place to learn science is in the classroom, often times that setting and the resources offered at your school simply aren’t enough. Here at Hillview Prep, we will help you master your middle school and high school science courses, from Biology, to Chemistry, to Physics, and help you succeed in your science studies, all while mastering important study skills.

Biology

What is a mitochondria? The powerhouse of the cell, a fact that has plagued biology students for generations. Biology is typically very concept-heavy. It requires the ability to retain and categorize the information given, creating complex systems of association in order to understand and retain the necessary facts. From anatomy to cellular systems, at Hillview Prep, we’ll help you develop the skills needed to keep track of important concepts, memorize terms and associations, and know the typical testing procedures most schools utilize for their biology course.

Chemistry

Chemistry is a very math-heavy subject. Not only does a student need to memorize formulas and understand concepts, but they also need to know how to manipulate them in a problem-solving manner. It’s very easy to get lost in the mathematics side of the subject, and easier still to prioritize that and neglect the conceptual side. Our courses will help locate which aspects of chemistry you are confident in, and which aspects cause you to struggle.

Physics

While it is another math-heavy science, physics requires quite a lot more conceptual understanding than chemistry or biology ever did. Middle school physics courses typically start with Newton’s Laws, breaking down how they relate to the real world, while high school physics courses are much more abstract. If you plan to take AP Physics, the combination of science concepts and calculus is very challenging. Often, students have a tough time parsing out how each law matters and end up relying heavily on memorization, which can hinder learning and understanding. Here at Hillview Prep, we emphasize deeper understanding over memorization, and seek to use physics as a tool to hone a much larger skill – problem solving.

How Science Tutoring Works

Contact us to discuss your academic needs and goals and timeline.
Plan the best route for your success through one of our
1. Learning Pod
2. Online 1-on-1 or Group Tutoring
3. On-Site 1-on-1 or Group Tutoring
Become set up with our renowned learning system and begin your program.

Our Science Tutoring Curriculum

For Credit Courses: Hillview Prep offers an alternative to the traditional middle school, high school, and community college format. Our for credit courses are UC/CSU approved…earn credit with Hillview Prep’s renowned learning methods.

For Credit Curriculum ❯

School-planned curriculum: Your math program can be planned to directly support your school’s class curriculum. Learn at the pace of your class, get ahead, or catch up.

Curriculum Planned Around Your School Classes ❯

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Science Tutoring Packages

Learning Pods

Length: Weekly
Times: Availability Upon Request
Days: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays
Session Length: 2 hours/day
Location: Online

Group Classes

Length: 12 hours
Times: 6pm-8pm
Days: Weekdays
Session Length: 2 hours
Location: Saratoga -or- Online

1-on-1 Tutoring

Length: 12, 24, or 40 Hr.
Times: Flexible
Days: Flexible
Session Length: 1.5 -or- 2 hours
Location: Saratoga -or- Online

What Our Students Say…

    
 
 
       Referred a family friend to Hillview Prep for their SAT prep and they were VERY happy with their results. Ken and his team are very smart and incredibly knowledgable about both the subject matter and the tests themselves. With the highly competitive nature of admissions these days, I would highly suggest working with Hillview to give your children the best opportunity to be accepted in to their top school.
  
 
    
   Colin Jordan 
 2023-09-28
 
 
 
      Ken did an amazing job preparing my son for the HSPT.  Due to a mistake on our part we didn't reach out to Hillview Prep until a few weeks ahead of the test.  Ken was willing to squeeze in the entire course into a few weeks for my son.  My son received a great score on the HSPT and was admitted to both Mitty and Bellarmine.  I know his test score was a direct result of the tutoring he received at Hillview.
  
 
    
   Esteban Morales 
 2020-02-24
 
 
 
      Ken was very helpful throughout the process. Really appreciate his flexibility with the classes as well.
  
 
    
   Paul Petrus 
 2019-06-26
 
 
 
      Ken is an amazing teacher, and will prepare his students for any standardized test. Furthermore he’s a nice guy who can help high school students map out their plans for college.
  
 
    
   Serhat Suzer 
 2019-01-03
 
 
 
      My son attended Hillview Prep to prepare for the HSPT. He has always had some level of test anxiety and even more so with a test as important as the HSPT.  Over the course of two weeks and a couple weekends my son gained the knowledge and confidence he needed to take the HSPT and do very well. His prelim assessment test at Hillview Prep set the strategy and schedule for the next 2 two weeks, and they went to work. Over the course of the two weeks Ken was able to teach my son a new way of approaching test taking that reduced his anxiety of running out of time. The result was a huge increase in his math and comprehension scores from where they started, and acceptance into his two top school choices and his back up choice. As a side benefit the techniques Ken taught my son also carried over to regular school work as well. Ken is an exceptional educator and I look forward to working with him again as my son progresses through high school and eventually the PSAT, SAT and ACT. I highly recommend Hillview Prep above any other teaching establishment, their approach to teaching, learning skills, time management and information retention is second to none and their ability to accommodate busy schedules is a blessing.

Mountian View, Ca.
  
 
    
   Jarreth Solomon 
 2018-04-24
 
 
 
      Hillview Prep is the only tutoring service we will use. Ken & his team are excellent tutors.  My kids have gone there for help with algebra, chem & biology as well as test prep.  They tried two other places before finding Hillview; both were unsatisfactory in different ways. One simply had tutors who could not teach and the other was outrageously overpriced having doubled the price of their services in less than a year.
  
 
    
   google mom 
 2018-03-31

Test Prep Services at Hillview Prep

Need help mastering proven strategies to succeed on standardized tests? We offer Crash Courses, Online and Onsite Group Classes, and Private 1-on-1 instruction for the SAT, ACT, PSAT, SAT II, ISEE, SSAT, and HSPT. Our master tutors rely on our Smart Scoring System to evaluate your strengths and weaknesses in any given area and help you focus on the right material to grow your existing knowledge.