Summer 2026 enrollment is open — first sessions begin June 29. Prep House Pass — introductory rate from $500/month. Limited seats.
National Academic Programs · In-Person & Online

Where sharp students
get sharper.

Premium academic support for ambitious Bay Area students. Structured courses, year-round Math Studio, and personal mentorship — built for students who want to go further.

20+ YearsTest prep & academic coaching
Ivy League PlacementsColumbia · Yale · Cornell · UC Berkeley
In-Person & OnlineEnrollment open across listed cities
Students collaborating in a premium academic studio setting
I
20+ years of academic coaching experience
Test prep, math mastery, and college admissions since 2004
II
Ivy League and top university placements
Harvard · MIT · Stanford · Princeton · Yale · Columbia · UC Berkeley
III
Small groups — 6 to 12 students per cohort
Real instructor attention, not a room of 30
IV
Summer 2026 — now enrolling
San Jose · Bay Area · Online · Limited seats
Prep House
Founding Team
Led by a founding team of educators, counselors, and academic mentors with years of experience helping students succeed across top academic communities. Placing students into Ivy League and top universities since 2004 — now brought together under one premium academic development studio.
Adam Taufeek
Adam Taufeek
Founder & Lead Instructor
Test prep · Advanced math · Curriculum design
ZH
Zak Hamdani
Co-Founder & Director of Admissions Strategy
College admissions · Enrollment · Operations
Sam Emara
Sam Emara
Academic Counselor
NYC high school · Ivy League placements · College strategy

Three ways to build your student's year.

Structured courses for scheduled group learning. Math Studio for year-round math mastery. Personal Mentorship for students who need a plan and someone to hold them to it.

01 — Structured Courses
Small-group, instructor-led, scheduled programs.
6 weeks · 12 sessions · 90 min each
Summer 2026 — Enrolling Now
Summer Courses
SAT Prep Python Fundamentals AI Literacy College Essay Workshop Pre-Calc Support
June 23 – August 1, 2026 · 6 weeks · Small groups · In-person & online
Fall 2026 — Coming Soon
Fall Courses
Leadership Lab Public Speaking Web Development Study Skills
September 2026 · Enrollment opens August · More courses announced soon
Year-Round · Level-Placed · Small Group
A different kind of
math support.

Math Studio is an ongoing academic lab for middle and high school students — placement-based, mastery-first, and designed for students who need more than a worksheet to actually understand math. Inspired by the best of Mathnasium, RSM, and Singapore Math, but built for the rigor of high school and beyond.

Pre-Algebra
Algebra 1
Geometry
Algebra 2
Pre-Calculus
Calculus
AP Calculus AB/BC
SAT/ACT Math
Explore Math Studio
How it works
Placement by level. Every student starts with a placement conversation. We build from where they actually are, not where their grade says they should be.
Year-round and flexible. No fixed cohort start. Flexible recurring schedule — monthly plans, in-person or hybrid.
Small, focused groups. Students work at their own level. Instructor circulates, adapts, and pushes strong students further.
Parent progress updates. We report on mastery milestones, gaps closed, and next targets.
03 — Personal Mentorship
One-on-one academic planning and direction.
Not a course. A relationship.

Academic coaching is for students who need more than instruction — they need a plan, a system, and someone who holds them accountable. This is strategic, personal, and ongoing.

Academic roadmap and course selection strategy
Study systems, planning habits, and deep work frameworks
Goal-setting, accountability, and weekly check-ins
College readiness — timeline, positioning, and prep
Parent strategy updates after every session
Personal Mentorship
$350
per month · four 30-min sessions
Academic planning and roadmap
Study system build-out
College readiness strategy
Parent summary notes
Also included in the Prep House Pass
Limited-Time Offer

One rate. Every program. All year.

The Prep House Pass gives your student unlimited access to structured courses, Math Studio, and personal mentorship — at one founding rate available to early families only.

Unlimited cohort course enrollment each term
Math Studio — year-round, placement-based
Personal Mentorship — four 30-min sessions per month
Priority enrollment and break intensive access
Founding rate available through [FOUNDING DEADLINE] or while seats remain. Standard rate: $950/month.
Prep House Pass
$500
per month — founding rate
$950/month
WVMA community rate available. Ask us for details →
Summer 2026 Cohort

Summer 2026 — Enrolling Now.

Session 1: Jun 29–Jul 24 · Session 2: Jul 27–Aug 21
Small groups. Limited seats per cohort.
SAT Prep · Math Studio · Python · AI Literacy · Essay Workshop
View full course catalog →

Prep House runs year-round.
Not just in summer.

Cohort courses run each academic term. Math Studio and Coaching are available throughout the year. The Prep House Pass gives you access to it all — every term, every session, every break intensive.

Summer Session 1
Jun 29 – Jul 24
Summer Session 2
Jul 27 – Aug 21
Fall Term
Sep 8 – Nov 20
Math Studio + Personal Mentorship
Year-round
View full academic calendar →

Not just better grades.
Better students.

The difference between students who thrive and those who plateau usually isn't intelligence — it's structure, confidence, and the right environment. We've been building that since 2004.

Small groups
Real instructor attention, not a room of 30.
Mastery-first
We don't move on until students get it.
Visible output
Essays, projects, and scores to point to.
Parent insight
Progress updates and roadmap calls built in.
01
An academic identity that doesn't depend on the teacher
Study systems, self-direction, and the habit of following through
02
Sharper test performance — without the grind
Strategy and structure beat volume. We teach students to work smarter.
03
Real skills: coding, AI fluency, clear writing
Not just for college apps. For the world they're entering.
04
Confidence with hard problems
The kind that shows up in interviews, classrooms, and high-stakes moments.
05
A clearer two-to-four-year direction
Course selection, extracurricular fit, and admissions positioning.

Twenty years of results,
one student at a time.

"

My son went from avoiding math to genuinely enjoying it. By the end he was helping classmates. They adapt to the student instead of repeating the same explanation louder.

Parent, 10th-grade student
New York City · Math Coaching
"

We'd tried two other SAT programs with almost no movement. After working with this team, she gained over 120 points and applied to schools she didn't think were within reach.

Parent, 12th-grade student
New York City · SAT Prep

Feedback from students and families coached in New York City by members of the Prep House founding team. Bay Area cohort testimonials will be published after Summer 2026.

Simple to start.
Deeper when you need it.

Begin with one course or build a complete support plan. Every option includes small-group instruction and parent progress updates.

Single Course
$995–$1,195
per 6-week course
  • One focused 6-week program
  • 12 sessions · 90 min each · 18 hrs total
  • Small-group format
  • Light structured homework
  • Parent recap at term end
Personal Mentorship
$350
per month
  • Four 30-min sessions per month
  • Academic planning & roadmap
  • Study system build-out
  • Parent summary notes
  • College readiness strategy
Community partner pricing available for eligible families. Ask us about it →

In-person and online.
Serving select academic communities.

Based in the Bay Area with Summer 2026 enrollment open. Online and hybrid access available for all programs.

Enrolling Now
San Jose / South Bay
Confirmed in-person Summer 2026 programs. Cupertino, Saratoga, Los Gatos, Fremont, and surrounding communities.
Enrollment Open
San Francisco / Peninsula
Online, hybrid, and available local options for SF and Peninsula families. In-person format by request.
Enrollment Open
Los Angeles
Live online, hybrid, and available local options for LA and Southern California families.
Enrollment Open
New York
Live online, hybrid, and available local options. SAT prep, coaching, writing, math, and enrichment programs.
Enrollment Open
DFW / Texas
Live online, hybrid, and available local options for Dallas–Fort Worth families.
Available Now
Online / Hybrid
Live online small groups, coaching, and hybrid support for students in any location or those who prefer remote access.

Your student is ready
for a better environment.

Tell us about your student and goals. We'll recommend the right starting point.

No commitment required · Summer 2026 · Bay Area & beyond
Summer 2026 — Enrollment Open
Summer 2026 Courses

Six weeks. Real skills.
Small groups.

All Summer 2026 courses run June 23 – August 1, 2026. 12 sessions, 90 minutes each, 18 total hours of instruction. Small groups of 6–12 students.

Four courses. One summer.

Each course is designed as a complete standalone program. Students leave with visible output, stronger skills, and a clear sense of what they're capable of.

Python Fundamentals

Project-based introduction to programming. Every session ends with something the student actually built — not just syntax exercises.

Grades 7–12 · In-person & Online
AI Literacy + ChatGPT

Practical, ethical, and strategic AI use for school, creativity, and the future of work. One of the most relevant courses a student can take right now.

Grades 7–12 · In-person & Online

Math Studio — ongoing enrollment

Math Studio runs year-round with no fixed start date. Placement-based, mastery-first, small groups. Enroll any time — summer is a great time to catch up or get ahead.

From $295/month
Grades 6–12 · Pre-Algebra through AP Calculus
Best Value — Limited Seats

Take all four. Pay one rate.

The Prep House Pass includes unlimited course enrollment, Math Studio, and Personal Mentorship — for families who want comprehensive support all year.

$500/month founding rate $950
Founding rate through [FOUNDING DEADLINE]

A stronger summer starts
with the right course.

Tell us about your student and goals. We'll recommend the right Summer 2026 starting point.

Summer 2026 · June 23 – August 1 · Small groups of 6–12 students
● Summer 2026 — Enrollment Open Now
Plans & Pricing

Transparent pricing.
Real value.

No hidden fees. Cohort courses are priced per term; Math Studio and coaching are monthly. The Prep House Pass early enrollment rate is $500/month for qualifying families. Community partner and scholarship-supported seats are available through select partnerships.

Scheduled small-group courses

6 weeks · 12 sessions · 90 minutes each · 18 total instructional hours

Course
Format
Price
Digital SAT Prep High Demand
12 sessions · 18 hrs · Grades 9–12 · Complete Digital SAT
In-person · Hybrid
$1,195
Python Fundamentals
12 sessions · 18 hrs · Grades 7–12 · Project-based
In-person · Hybrid
$995
AI Literacy + ChatGPT for Students
12 sessions · 18 hrs · Grades 7–12 · Practical AI fluency
In-person · Hybrid
$995
College Essay Workshop High Demand · Gr. 11–12
12 sessions · 18 hrs · Grades 11–12 · Workshop format
In-person · Hybrid
$1,195
ACT Prep
12 sessions · 18 hrs · Grades 9–12 · English, Math, Reading, Science
In-person · Online
On request
Other cohort courses
Web Dev · Public Speaking · Leadership Lab · Entrepreneurship · Study Skills · and more
Varies
$895–$1,195
All cohort courses include small-group instruction (6–12 students), light structured homework, and a parent progress recap at term end.

Year-round math lab — monthly plans

Placement-based, ongoing, flexible. No fixed cohort start. Enroll any time.

Studio Access
$295
per month
  • Level placement included
  • Small group sessions
  • Flexible recurring schedule
  • Monthly parent progress update

Academic coaching and full-access plans

For families who want ongoing strategic support — or access to everything Prep House offers.

Personal Mentorship
$350
per month
  • Four 30-min sessions per month
  • Academic roadmap and planning
  • Study systems and accountability
  • College readiness guidance
  • Written parent summary after each session
Community partner pricing may be available for eligible families. A limited number of scholarship-supported seats may be available each term. Preferred pricing is available through select community partnerships. Ask us — it's real, and we take it seriously. Ask about community pricing →
What the Pass covers — all year
One rate. Every term. Unlimited access.
vs. paying $995–$1,195 per course each term
Summer
Session 1 & 2
All 4 summer courses
Math Studio
Personal Mentorship
Fall
Sep–Nov
All fall courses
Math Studio continues
Personal Mentorship
Winter
Jan–Mar
Winter courses
Winter Bootcamp access
Personal Mentorship
Spring
Mar–Jun
Spring courses
AP sprint + essay work
Personal Mentorship
Pass holders also receive access to Winter Break Bootcamp and Spring Break Bootcamp intensives. Math Studio and Personal Mentorship run uninterrupted between terms.
Prep House Pass Early Enrollment Rate: $500/month — unlimited courses + Personal Mentorship (standard rate: $950/month). Early enrollment rate available through [ENROLLMENT DEADLINE], or while seats remain. Reserve a Seat →

Questions about pricing?

We're happy to walk you through the right option for your student. Book a free parent call or request program info.

Prep House × WVMA partnership
WVMA Family Preferred Access

Academic excellence,
close to home.

Prep House is offering WVMA-connected families preferred access to select Summer 2026 academic programs — because we believe high-quality academic support should start within our own community.

CommunityPreferred pricing
Since 2004Placing students at top schools
Summer 2026Bay Area · Now enrolling
WVMA Community Rate — Year-Round Access
Prep House Pass
All courses + Personal Mentorship · year-round
$600/mo
$950/mo
No payment required. We'll confirm your access and send next steps within 1–2 days.
The Prep House team
Founders · WVMA community members
This program was built with our community in mind. As part of our relationship with the WVMA, eligible families receive preferred community pricing on Prep House programs — the same high-quality instruction available to all students, offered to WVMA families as a community benefit. We wanted to start here first, because this is home.

Same programs. Same quality.
Preferred community rates.

All Summer 2026 cohort courses and plans are available to WVMA-connected families at preferred community rates. Small groups, experienced instructors, and visible progress — designed for ambitious middle and high school students.

Digital SAT Prep
Complete Digital SAT — strategy, practice, pacing — 12 sessions, 18 hrs · Mon & Thu 9:30–11am
Gr. 9–12
$1,195
Python Fundamentals
Project-based programming — 12 sessions, 18 hrs
Gr. 7–12
$995
AI Literacy + ChatGPT for Students
Practical, ethical AI use — 12 sessions, 18 hrs
Gr. 7–12
$995
Math Studio
Year-round placement-based math lab — monthly
Gr. 6–12
$295/mo
College Essay Workshop
Voice, revision, and real feedback — 12 sessions, 18 hrs
Gr. 11–12
$1,195

Full access for WVMA families.

Twenty years of results,
one student at a time.

"

My son went from avoiding math to genuinely enjoying it. By the end he was helping classmates. They adapt to the student instead of repeating the same explanation louder.

Parent, 10th-grade student
New York City · Math Coaching
"

We'd tried two other SAT programs with almost no movement. After working with this team, she gained over 120 points and applied to schools she didn't think were within reach.

Parent, 12th-grade student
New York City · SAT Prep
"

They treat students like capable people. My daughter wasn't coddled — she was pushed, supported, and heard. She got into her first-choice school and came out a more confident writer.

Parent, 12th-grade student
New York City · College Counseling

Feedback from students and families coached in New York City by members of the Prep House founding team. Bay Area cohort testimonials will be published after Summer 2026.

WVMA families receive
preferred community access.

As part of our relationship with the WVMA community, eligible families receive preferred pricing on Prep House Summer 2026 programs.

Preferred community pricing · Summer 2026 · Bay Area
Enrollment Inquiry

Tell us about your student.

We'll review your goals and follow up with a recommended program, schedule options, and next steps. No commitment required.

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Student & parent information

Basic details so we can follow up personally.

About Prep House

A more serious kind
of academic support.

Built for families who want more than homework help. We help students build skills, systems, confidence, and direction — led by a founding team of educators, counselors, and academic mentors.

Twenty years of coaching.
One studio to house it all.

Prep House was founded by a team that has spent two decades building academic programs and coaching high-achieving students — across multiple institutions, programs, and communities.

We built Prep House for families who want more than tutoring: serious instruction, stronger systems, better academic habits, and a peer environment that raises the bar. Current in-person programming is available in select markets, with live online and hybrid options allowing families across listed cities to access Prep House instruction and coaching.

Harvard MIT Stanford Princeton Yale Columbia UC Berkeley
Students need more than tutoring
Tutoring delivers answers. Prep House builds capability, judgment, and habits that outlast any course.
Confidence comes from structure and practice
Not from being told you're smart. From doing hard things repeatedly and getting measurably better.
Peer environment shapes who students become
Who you learn alongside matters as much as what you're learning.
AI literacy is no longer optional
Real, practical fluency — not as a buzzword, but as preparation for the world students are entering.
Strong students deserve mentorship too
Prep House is for ambitious students — not only those who are behind.

The people behind Prep House.

Educators, counselors, and community builders — with two decades of combined experience placing students into top universities.

Adam Taufeek
Adam Taufeek
Founder & Lead Instructor

Adam Taufeek has spent over 20 years teaching and coaching students in San Francisco, San Diego, and New York City. His work spans test preparation, advanced math instruction through AP Calculus, curriculum design, and academic coaching for high-achieving middle and high school students. He built Prep House to bring that experience together under one premium academic development studio — for families who want more than a tutoring franchise.

Helps families with
SAT/ACT strategy and score improvement
Advanced math from Algebra through AP Calculus
Curriculum design and program structure
Academic roadmap and college readiness planning
ZH
Zak Hamdani
Co-Founder & Director of Admissions Strategy

Zak Hamdani brings a college admissions background to Prep House — he has worked in college admissions and understands how enrollment decisions are made from the inside. At Prep House, he leads community partnerships, marketing, enrollment operations, and parent outreach, with a focus on connecting the program to Bay Area families who need it most.

Helps families with
Community outreach and enrollment guidance
Program access and scheduling
Community partner and preferred pricing inquiries
Operations and parent communications
Sam Emara
Sam Emara
Academic Counselor & Advisor

Sam Emara is an academic counselor and advisor who has guided students at a prestigious New York City high school through every stage of the college process — from course selection and standardized testing to application strategy and essay development. His students have gone on to attend Ivy League universities and top colleges across the country. He brings that same precision and care to his work with Prep House families.

Helps families with
Academic and extracurricular planning
College list development and positioning
Essay narrative and application strategy
Coaching and student accountability

Find the right program
for your student.

Enrollment is open across all listed cities. Tell us about your student and we'll build the right plan.

Coaching & Strategy

Academic coaching for students
who need structure, not just answers.

Prep House coaching helps students build better study systems, make smarter academic decisions, and stay accountable — with parent updates built in.

Monthly or weekly
30 min per session
1-on-1
Grades 7–12
Middle school (Gr. 7–8)
  • Study habits and organization systems
  • Confidence building and academic mindset
  • Time management and homework routines
  • Responsible AI use for learning
9th–10th grade
  • Course planning and GPA strategy
  • Study systems and executive function
  • Extracurricular direction and positioning
  • SAT/ACT timeline planning
11th–12th grade
  • SAT/ACT planning and score targeting
  • College list development and fit analysis
  • Essay narrative planning
  • Application timeline and accountability
Coaching plans
From $350
per month
Personal Mentorship$350/mo
Pass (courses + mentorship)$500/mo
Session length30 minutes
Format1-on-1
Parent updatesIncluded

The right structure changes everything.

Start with a free parent roadmap call.

All Courses

Courses for every term.
A studio for every student.

Summer 2026 cohorts now enrolling. Fall 2026 enrollment opening soon. Math Studio and Coaching available year-round. One Pass covers everything.

Small groups · 6–12 students
In-Person & Online · Multiple cities
Year-round academic calendar
Now Enrolling
Summer 2026
Session 1: Jun 29 – Jul 24 · Session 2: Jul 27 – Aug 21
Test Prep
SAT, ACT, and AP exam preparation.
Each test gets its own complete course — strategy, timing, content, and practice. No splitting the SAT into math-only or verbal-only sections.
6 weeks · 12 sessions
90 min each · Small group
Student studying for a standardized test with notes and a laptop
Focused student · laptop · practice material · clean desk
High Demand highest student demand
Instructor Recommended instructor pick
Fall 2026 enrolling fall 2026
New first term offering
High Demand
Digital SAT Prep

Complete Digital SAT preparation — math, reading, writing, pacing, full practice tests, and targeted error analysis. One course for the whole exam.

Fall 2026
ACT Prep

Full ACT preparation covering English, Math, Reading, and Science — with strategy, timing drills, and scored practice tests across all four sections.

Fall 2026
AP Exam Readiness

Targeted subject-specific review for students enrolled in AP courses — reinforcing core concepts, working through released exams, and building confidence before May.

Coding & AI
Programming, AI fluency, and building real things.
Practical skills students can demonstrate. Every session ends with something built — not just concepts explained.
6 weeks · 12 sessions
90 min each · Grades 7–12
Students collaborating on coding and AI projects with laptops
Students on laptops · code visible · collaborative project work
Instructor Recommended
Python Fundamentals

Variables, logic, functions, loops, and a real final project. Students build something they can actually show — a game, a tool, a script. Not just syntax drills.

Instructor Recommended
AI Literacy + ChatGPT

How AI works, how to prompt it effectively, how to use it ethically, and how to think critically about what it gets wrong. Practical fluency for school and life.

New for 2026Fall 2026
Web Dev: Build Your First Website

HTML, CSS, and basic JavaScript. Students design and publish a real personal website or project page by the end of the course. No prior experience needed.

Writing & Communication
Essays, voice, argumentation, and presentation.
Workshop-style instruction with real drafts, real feedback, and genuine improvement — not just theory.
6 weeks · 12 sessions
Workshop format
Student revising an essay with notes and a laptop
Student revising essay · annotated draft · laptop or notebook
High Demand
College Essay Workshop

Find your story, draft your main essay, write supplementals, and get real instructor feedback over six weeks. For rising seniors who need honest revision — not just praise.

Fall 2026
Academic Writing Lab

Analytical essays, argument structure, thesis development, and academic voice — for students writing for school, standardized tests, and selective applications.

Fall 2026
Public Speaking & Debate

Structured argumentation, clear delivery, and in-the-room presence. Students give presentations, run structured debates, and learn to be heard with authority.

Student presenting to a small group during a public speaking session
Student presenting to small group · standing · peers listening
Fall 2026
Fall Term
Sep 8 – Nov 20 · Enrollment opening soon
Leadership & Enrichment
Direction, skills, and ambition beyond the classroom.
Courses that build the habits, frameworks, and mindset high-achieving students need to navigate high school, college, and beyond.
Varies by course
Grades 7–12
Students in a small-group leadership and enrichment discussion
Small group discussion · whiteboard · collaborative · engaged students
Fall 2026
Leadership Lab

Decision-making, team dynamics, responsibility, and what it actually means to lead — through case studies, workshops, and live challenges.

Fall 2026
Entrepreneurship Bootcamp

Problem framing, idea validation, pitching, and building something from scratch. Students leave with a real concept, a pitch deck, and sharper thinking.

Instructor Recommended
Study Skills & Exec. Function

Planning systems, calendaring, note-taking strategies, deep work habits, and accountability structures — for students who are smart but disorganized.

New for 2026
College Strategy Seminar

A structured seminar for 10th and 11th graders on school selection, course planning, extracurricular positioning, and building a narrative that stands out.

New for 2026Fall 2026
Research & Presentation Skills

Finding credible sources, building arguments from evidence, and presenting findings clearly — essential for AP classes, IB, and selective college work.

New for 2026In Development
Financial Literacy & Life Skills

Budgeting, saving, investing basics, credit, and financial decision-making for teens entering adulthood. Practical, concrete, and non-theoretical.

Sample Schedule
A week at Prep House.

This is a representative schedule showing how courses are distributed across the day. Not every course runs at every time — sections are confirmed based on demand and instructor availability. Monday/Thursday format shown; Tuesday/Thursday also available.

Time
Monday / Thursday
Tuesday / Friday
Saturday
10:00
– 11:30am
Digital SAT Prep
Python Fundamentals
College Essay Workshop
AI Literacy + ChatGPT
Math Studio (open lab)
Digital SAT Prep
ACT Prep
12:00
– 1:30pm
ACT Prep
Academic Writing Lab
Math Studio (open lab)
Python Fundamentals
Public Speaking & Debate
College Essay Workshop
Math Studio (drop-in)
2:00
– 3:30pm
Web Development
Study Skills & Exec. Function
Math Studio (open lab)
AP Exam Readiness
AI Literacy + ChatGPT
Leadership Lab
Entrepreneurship Bootcamp
4:00
– 5:30pm
Digital SAT Prep
Leadership Lab
College Strategy Seminar
Academic Writing Lab
Research & Presentation Skills
Math Studio (open lab)
6:00
– 7:30pm
College Essay Workshop
Entrepreneurship Bootcamp
Public Speaking & Debate
College Strategy Seminar
Coaching / Parent Strategy

Final placement depends on student level, location, and cohort availability. Additional sections may open based on demand. Math Studio runs on a flexible recurring schedule and is not tied to the cohort timetable above.

Year-Round
Math Studio & Coaching
Available every term · No cohort start required

Strategic, one-on-one academic guidance.

Coaching is for students who need more than instruction. They need a plan, a system, and someone who holds them to it. Academic coaching sessions are 1-on-1, focused on long-term trajectory, and include parent strategy updates after every session.

Student and parents reviewing an academic plan with an advisor
Parent + student + advisor · reviewing plan · warm professional setting
Academic roadmap
Course selection, GPA planning, and goal-setting by grade level.
Study systems
Calendars, planning habits, deep work frameworks, and accountability.
College readiness
Timeline, positioning, extracurricular fit, and admissions strategy.
Parent updates
Written summary after every session. No guessing at progress.
Personal Mentorship
$350
per month · four 30-min sessions
  • Academic planning and roadmap session
  • Study system build-out
  • College readiness strategy
  • Parent summary notes after each session
  • Included in Prep House Pass

Everything families ask before enrolling.

General
What exactly is Prep House?
Prep House is a premium academic development studio for middle and high school students. We offer small-group cohort courses in SAT prep, coding, AI literacy, writing, and college essays; a year-round math support program called Math Studio; and one-on-one academic coaching. We're not a tutoring center — we build skills, structure, and confidence.
Who teaches the courses?
Courses are led by Adam Taufeek, a test prep and academic coaching specialist with over 20 years of experience across San Francisco, San Diego, and New York City. College counseling and strategy sessions involve Sam Emara, who has guided students at a prestigious New York City high school through the full admissions process, including placements at Ivy League universities.
How is this different from Mathnasium, RSM, or a private tutor?
Private tutors offer one-on-one instruction with no curriculum structure and no peer environment. Mathnasium and RSM focus on math only. Prep House combines multiple disciplines — test prep, math, coding, AI, writing, coaching — under one structured studio model with small-group cohorts, a visible curriculum, and parent progress updates built in. You're investing in an academic environment, not an hourly service.
Enrollment
Is enrollment currently open?
Yes. Summer 2026 enrollment is open now. First sessions begin June 29, 2026. Enrollment closes June 16, 2026, or when seats fill, whichever comes first.
What is the minimum enrollment per course?
Cohort courses run with a minimum of 5 enrolled students. We notify families one week before the start date if a course does not reach minimum enrollment. If a course is canceled, you receive a full refund or the option to transfer to another course.
Can my student try a session before committing?
Book a free Parent Strategy Call first. We'll talk through your student's goals, academic situation, and the right starting point. If you'd like to observe a session before enrolling, ask us — we may be able to arrange that depending on timing and cohort availability.
Pricing & Passes
What is the Prep House Pass early enrollment rate?
The Prep House Pass early enrollment rate is $500/month — a time-limited rate available to families who enroll before the deadline. It includes unlimited eligible cohort courses, Math Studio, and Personal Mentorship (four 30-min sessions per month). The standard rate is $950/month. Limited seats available through [ENROLLMENT DEADLINE].
Why is the early enrollment rate lower than the standard Pass rate?
The early enrollment rate is available to families who commit before the enrollment deadline. The quality of instruction is identical — the difference is the timing. Families who enroll early lock in a lower rate while seats and the enrollment window remain open.
Can I enroll in a single course instead of the Pass?
Yes. Single courses are available for families who want one focused outcome. Prices range from $895 to $1,195 per 6-week course. If your student wants a second course later, we can discuss a credit toward the Pass at that point.
Is there a deposit required?
A 50% deposit is required to reserve a seat. The deposit is non-refundable after 7 days before the course start date. This policy is clearly stated in your enrollment confirmation.
Are scholarships or reduced-price seats available?
Yes. We reserve a portion of seats for families who need financial support. Preferred pricing is also available through select community partnerships. Ask us directly — we'll have a straightforward conversation about what's available.
Schedule & Logistics
What days and times do classes meet?
Summer 2026 cohorts meet on Mondays and Thursdays. Sessions are 90 minutes each, staggered through the day so students can attend multiple courses without conflicts. Specific times per course are listed on each course page.
Where are classes held?
In-person classes are held at confirmed locations in each city. The venue address is shared with enrolled families upon reservation. Online and hybrid options are available in all listed markets.
What if my student can't make a session?
We don't offer makeup sessions within cohort courses, but students who miss a session receive materials and can catch up. Consistent attendance is strongly encouraged — the small-group format means every session builds on the previous one.
Is there homework?
Yes — light structured practice, approximately 30 minutes per session. The purpose is reinforcement, not overload. Students who complete the practice outside class make significantly faster progress.

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Locations

Enrollment open across cities.
In-person, online, and hybrid by market.

Prep House serves ambitious students through in-person, hybrid, and live online academic programs. In-person and online cohorts are available across all listed cities. Reserve a seat and we will confirm your format and schedule options.

In-Person Programs Available
Online & hybrid · all markets
Summer 2026 · Fall 2026
Enrolling Now — Summer 2026
San Jose / South Bay
San Jose · Cupertino · Saratoga · Los Gatos · Fremont
Digital SAT Prep Math Studio Python Fundamentals AI Literacy College Essay Coaching
Enrollment Open
San Francisco / Peninsula
San Francisco · Daly City · San Mateo · Palo Alto
Digital SAT Prep Math Studio Coding & AI College Essay Coaching
Enrollment Open
Los Angeles
West LA · Pasadena · Irvine / Orange County
SAT Prep Coding & AI Coaching
Enrollment Open
New York
Manhattan · Brooklyn · Queens · Long Island
SAT Prep Coding & AI Coaching
Enrollment Open
DFW / Texas
Dallas · Plano · Frisco · Irving · Fort Worth
SAT Prep Coding & AI Coaching
Available Now
Online / Hybrid
Live online small groups, coaching, and hybrid support for students in any location or families who prefer remote access.
All cohort courses Math Studio (hybrid) Coaching All markets

Enrollment open across cities.

In-person cohorts are confirmed in select markets. Online and hybrid options are available for families in all listed cities. Tell us about your student and we'll build the right plan.

Math Studio

Year-round mastery-based math support.
Placement by level. Progress by design.

Math Studio is an ongoing academic lab for middle and high school students — not a fixed course with a start and end date. Students are placed by level, supported in small groups, and move forward when they've truly mastered the material.

Year-round enrollment
In-person · South Bay
Small group · placement-based
Grades 6–12
What Math Studio is

Math Studio is a small-group academic lab where students receive targeted, mastery-based math instruction at their actual level — not their grade level. It's inspired by the best elements of Mathnasium, the Russian School of Mathematics, and Singapore Math, but built for the rigor of high school coursework and beyond, with a premium environment and genuinely adaptive instruction.

Unlike a fixed-cohort course, there is no set start date. Families enroll, complete a brief placement, and begin within days. Students attend on a flexible recurring schedule and are supported as long as they need — week after week, semester after semester.

Who it's for
  • Students who are falling behind in school math and need to close real gaps
  • Students who are keeping up but not truly understanding — passing but not confident
  • Strong math students who want to stay ahead or accelerate their track
  • Students preparing for the SAT/ACT math sections with structured support
  • Students in AP Calculus who need reinforcement alongside their class
Supported levels

Students are placed by level after a brief intake conversation — not by grade or school year.

Pre-Algebra
Algebra 1
Geometry
Algebra 2
Pre-Calculus
Calculus
AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BC
SAT Math Intensive
ACT Math Intensive
How the instruction works
Placement first
Every student starts with a placement conversation. We find the exact level where they're solid — not where their grade says they should be.
Mastery before advancement
We don't move on until the student genuinely understands. Fluency is built before complexity is added.
Explanations adapt
If an explanation isn't working, we change the explanation — not the student. Different students need different entry points into the same concept.
Strong students are extended
Students who master material quickly aren't left idle. They get challenge problems, harder applications, and opportunities to deepen understanding.
Math Studio
From $295
per month · flexible monthly plans
EnrollmentYear-round · open now
FormatSmall group · in-person
PlacementIntake call required
LocationSouth Bay · hybrid option
Grades6–12
Parent updatesIncluded monthly
Community partner pricing available for eligible families. Ask us →

Strong math opens every door.
Start with a placement call.

Tell us your student's level and current course. We'll confirm placement and have them enrolled within days.

Coding & AI Literacy

Python, AI literacy, and skills students can actually show people.

Python Fundamentals and AI Literacy + ChatGPT for Students — two hands-on courses for students who want to build things and understand the tools shaping their world.

6 weeks · 12 sessions
90 min each
Small group
Grades 7–12
Python Fundamentals — $995
Students learn core programming concepts through hands-on projects. Every session ends with something they built.
01What is code & why it matters
02Variables, types & I/O
03Conditionals & logic
04Loops & iteration
05Functions & reusable code
06Lists & data structures
07Mini-project: text game
08Files, APIs & real data
09Intro to libraries
10Final project planning
11Build & debug
12Project showcase
AI Literacy + ChatGPT for Students — $995
Students learn how AI works, how to use it strategically, and how to think critically about its limitations and ethics.
01How AI actually works
02Prompting strategies
03AI for research & learning
04AI for writing — ethics
05AI for creativity & projects
06Bias, hallucination & thinking
07AI & the future of work
08Building with AI tools
09Privacy, ethics & policy
10AI in your field of interest
11Your personal AI strategy
12Final presentations
Summer 2026
$995
per course · Bay Area
Two courses availablePython & AI
Sessions each12 sessions
Grades7–12

The world runs on code and AI.
Your student should too.

Tell us about your student and we'll recommend the right course.

Writing & Communication

College essays, clear writing,
and a voice worth listening to.

A workshop-driven course that helps rising seniors find their authentic voice, draft real essays, and communicate with clarity and confidence.

6 weeks · 12 sessions
90 min each
Small group workshop
Grades 11–12
Who this is for
  • Rising seniors who need to write college essays this summer
  • Students who have strong ideas but struggle to put them on paper
  • Students applying to selective schools who need a compelling main essay
12-session curriculum
01What admissions readers want
02Finding your real story
03Common App prompts — strategy
04First drafts — write freely
05Peer review workshop
06Revision — voice & specificity
07Revision — structure & flow
08Supplemental essay strategy
09Why school & short answers
10Final polish workshop
11Peer read of near-final drafts
12Review & submission planning
Summer 2026
$1,195
College Essay Workshop · Bay Area
Sessions12 sessions
FormatWorkshop · Small group
Grades11–12
DatesJun 29 – Aug 21
Seats fill faster than other courses.

The essay is the first impression.
Make it worth reading.

Reserve your seat and we'll reach out with scheduling details and next steps.