Expert tutoring, strategic test prep, and college coaching for students in 5th–12th grade — in person or online.
25+
Years Serving Scottsdale
5th–12th
Grade Programs
A–B
Grade Jumps Reported
Over two decades of helping 5th–12th grade students raise their grades, ace their tests, and build the confidence to succeed.
Flexible learning options so your student gets expert support in whatever format works best for your family.
No cookie-cutter programs here. Every plan is customized to your child's learning style, level, and goals.
ACT, SAT, PSAT, and HSPT — we prepare students for every key exam with proven, strategy-first methods.
Cara Jones, Ed. M., brings more than two decades of college admissions success to every student she works with.
Families report grade jumps from C–D to A–B, growing self-confidence, and students who genuinely enjoy their sessions.
From foundational skills to college admissions — we've got every stage of your child's academic journey covered.
Classroom and semi-private ACT prep designed to maximize your student's score through targeted practice, strategy, and personalized coaching.
Comprehensive SAT prep that zeroes in on your student's weakest areas and builds the test-taking confidence to perform under pressure.
Give your student a head start on the SAT and National Merit Scholarship competition with focused PSAT coaching and practice.
Dedicated prep for the High School Placement Test, including our intensive HSPT Kickstarter — a 4-hour primer that gets students exam-ready fast.
One-on-one and virtual tutoring in every subject at every level for 5th–12th graders, built around improving comprehension and classroom grades.
Students master daily planning, effective note-taking, memorization techniques, and test preparation strategies tailored to their learning style.
Expert college coaching with Cara Jones, Ed. M. — 20+ years of experience guiding high school students through research, applications, and finding the right fit.
A specialized program for students who scored below 22 on ACT Reading or 560 on SAT Reading/Writing, building foundational skills that unlock academic success.
Keep momentum going with targeted summer offerings including the High School Success Series and custom math programs for students in 5th through 12th grade.
We don't just teach — we transform. Here's how we make it happen.
We identify whether your student is an ACT or SAT performer first — then focus every hour of preparation on the test where they'll score highest.
Flexible scheduling meets your family's life. Every program is available in our Scottsdale center or online, with no compromise in quality.
No two students learn the same way. Every tutoring plan is built around your child's unique learning style, goals, and grade level.
Parents consistently report grade jumps from C–D to A–B. Our students don't just understand the material — they show it.
Students leave their sessions in a positive mood because they're learning from professionals who genuinely care about their success.
Our study skills program teaches planning, note-taking, memorization, and research — habits that follow students through college and beyond.
Since 1999, Scottsdale Education Center has been the trusted academic resource for families across Scottsdale. What started as a commitment to helping students find their footing has grown into the region's leading tutoring and test preparation center — with a philosophy built on one simple truth: every student has a path to success, and our job is to help them find it.
We serve students in 5th through 12th grade with programs that go far beyond homework help. From ACT, SAT, PSAT, and HSPT test prep to personalized subject tutoring, study skills development, and expert college admissions coaching led by Cara Jones, Ed. M., every service we offer is designed to create real, lasting academic transformation.
Parents tell us their children walk out of sessions smiling. At SEC, we don't just prepare students for tests — we prepare them for life. Every student who walks through our doors is greeted like a rock star, because to us, they are.
Meet Our Team →"My son has been attending this center since Freshman year in HS and it has done WONDERS for him. He also likes to go which is amazing to me. The teachers are very professional and they teach him so much in the 1 hour session each time. A great well organized educational center."
Barbara
Parent of SEC Student
"The tutoring and homework support services are excellent! My son took the HSPT prep program and was very prepared for the exam. This is the best place to go when your child needs educational support. The staff is wonderful!"
Kim
Parent of SEC Student
"SEC has had an extremely positive effect on our 16 year old son. With your help, he has raised his grades from a C-D level to the A-B level. He enjoys his sessions and always exits in a happy, positive mood."
Chaparral High School Parent
SEC Student Family
"It was worth the money and time. Scottsdale Education Center has been an excellent choice for my child. Her confidence has grown, her grades have gone up, and her belief that she will succeed as a student has been strengthened."
Notre Dame Prep Parent
SEC Student Family
"I am truly blessed to have your support. My description of you to others is, 'There's a building on Bell Road and it has real life angels in it.' Whatever you are doing to help him with behavior is really working!"
Grateful Parent
SEC Student Family
"Every student who walks in the door is greeted like a rock star. The combination of 'you matter, you can do this, go do it!' really works. I just wanted to say thank you so much for your help with my kids!"
Thankful Parent
SEC Student Family
We start by getting to know your student — their goals, struggles, learning style, and schedule — so we can recommend the program that fits them best.
Based on your student's needs, we build a personalized tutoring or test prep plan with the right format, pacing, and focus areas.
Your student works with our experienced educators in focused, encouraging sessions — in person at our Scottsdale center or online.
We monitor improvements in grades, test scores, and comprehension throughout the program, adjusting the plan as your student advances.
Students graduate from our programs not just with better results, but with the skills, habits, and self-belief to keep succeeding on their own.
Our programs are designed for students in 5th through 12th grade, covering all subjects and skill levels from middle school through the end of high school.
Yes. We offer both in-person sessions at our Scottsdale center and virtual tutoring for all subjects, so your student can learn in the environment where they do best.
Our testing philosophy starts with assessment. We identify which exam your student is naturally strongest on, then direct all of their preparation, time, and energy toward that test — so no effort is wasted.
The HSPT is the High School Placement Test used by many Catholic high schools. We offer comprehensive HSPT prep, including our HSPT Kickstarter — a focused 4-hour primer to get students ready quickly.
College admissions coaching is led by Cara Jones, Ed. M., who brings over 20 years of experience helping high school students research colleges, navigate the application process, and choose the best fit.
We're open Monday through Thursday from 10am to 8pm, and Saturday from 10am to 4pm.
Our summer lineup includes the HSPT Kickstarter primer, the High School Success Series, and custom math programs for students in 5th through 12th grade — ideal for staying sharp or getting ahead before the next school year.
This specialized program is designed for students who have historically struggled with reading, or who scored below a 22 on the ACT Reading section or below 560 on SAT Reading/Writing. It builds the foundational skills needed to improve scores and classroom performance.
Request a free consultation today and discover the program that will unlock your student's full potential.