Unlock your child’s full potential
with personalized Test Prep

Test Prep Tailored to Your Child’s Needs

At Illuminos, we understand the importance of individualized education. That’s why we’ve partnered with Top Score Education, a trusted leader in test preparation for students with learning differences. Like Illuminos, Top Score emphasizes personalized learning strategies and building meaningful relationships, ensuring students receive the best possible preparation.

Why choose Illuminos
 for Test Prep?

Exclusive Parent Discount

As an Illuminos family, you’ll receive an exclusive discount on Top Score Education’s test prep services, making premier test preparation more accessible for your child.

Customized Learning Plans

Every student is unique, and so is our approach. Our one-on-one test prep programs—in-home or virtually—are tailored to your child’s specific learning style and goals, maximizing the impact of every session.

Experienced, Passionate Educators

Top Score tutors are more than just instructors—they’re mentors dedicated to your child’s success. With backgrounds from top universities and extensive experience supporting students with ADHD and other learning challenges, they provide the expertise your child needs to excel.

Proven Success

With over 20 years of experience, Top Score has helped countless students achieve significant score improvements and gain admission to prestigious universities. Founder Alexander Chip explains, “Our track record speaks for itself—many of our former students return to join our team as educators, a true testament to the effectiveness of our methods.”

Let’s Get Started

Begin your child’s personalized test prep journey today with Illuminos and Top Score Education. Together, we’ll help your child achieve their academic goals and gain the confidence to succeed.

How it works 

  • Personalized Planning

    We start by determining the best preparation timeline based on your child’s schedule and maturity level. This ensures they have the time and focus needed to excel.

  • Tailored Test Selection

    Through a combination of baseline testing and your child’s preferences, we help choose the right test — SAT or ACT — that best aligns with their strengths.

  • Expert Tutor Matching

    We carefully match your child with a tutor who fits their academic needs and personality. This personalized approach helps build a strong, trusting relationship that’s key to successful learning.

  • Focused Test Prep Program

    Our 12-session program is designed to prepare your child for two test attempts. With lessons spaced over 4 to 5 months, your child will build familiarity and confidence, leading to better performance.

  • Continuous Feedback and Improvement

    Our tutors provide regular feedback and adjust the program as needed to ensure continuous progress, helping your child stay on track and achieve their goals.

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Real results - parent feedback

  • Top Score Education not only supported my child in raising his ACT score in some areas by 10 points but also coached him to have greater confidence in his own ability.

    We are very grateful for Top Score's patience, knowledge, and positive advice throughout the testing process. As many know, it’s a stressful time for kids, and my son was no exception. He benefited immensely from the consistent tutoring and Top Score’s kind and gentle approach to mastering the ACT. They also knew how to motivate my son and make him feel proud of his steady improvement. We couldn’t have asked for better support and feel very lucky to have worked with such talented professionals.

  • Top Score tailored the teaching to meet his specific needs, particularly because he has ADHD, focusing not only on mastering the content but also on developing strong test-taking strategies that boosted both his confidence and performance.

    We had an excellent experience working with Top Score Education as our son prepared for the ACT. They were incredibly patient, encouraging, and effective in helping our son improve his scores significantly. They were extremely responsive to our questions, explaining in detail their plans for our son and consistently keeping us updated on his progress. What truly set Top Score apart was their ability to connect with our son and create a positive, stress-free learning environment. Their expertise, responsiveness, and dedication to helping students reach their full potential were apparent throughout the process. We highly recommend Top Score Education to anyone looking for ACT prep.

  • One thing I really appreciated about Top Score was that the test prep was tailored to my daughter’s specific needs, so we didn’t have to waste time and money on areas where she didn’t need help.

    Top Score Education helped my daughter achieve her goal score on the ACT through online test prep sessions. They were particularly effective in preparing her for the math section. Every session started on time, and they were highly responsive to emails whenever we had questions. A big thank you to Top Score Education for their excellent support!

  • After talking with friends, we chose Top Score because they delivered great results without requiring as much time as other test prep programs.

    Top Score Education worked with both of my daughters, helping one raise her ACT score from an 1110 PSAT to a 33 ACT and the other from a 1170 PSAT to a 1510 SAT! My daughters described the sessions as encouraging and said, "Top Score simplifies it and makes it less intimidating by breaking it down," and "They are well-structured and genuinely knowledgeable, explaining concepts to ensure genuine comprehension." With sports and school taking up so much time, this was a huge plus. The online format was also very convenient. My children wouldn’t be in the strong position they are now with college admissions without Top Score Education. It was worth every penny!

  • They genuinely cared about my son, and we were thrilled with the over 200-point improvement from his practice SAT.

    I highly recommend Top Score Education for SAT/ACT prep. They instantly established a strong rapport with my 17-year-old son, earning his trust and credibility. The tutor's encyclopedic knowledge of the test, good humor, and encouragement were evident throughout their sessions. The one-on-one tutoring at our kitchen table was unbeatable, and the convenience of the tutor coming to our home was remarkable, especially as they worked around unexpected events in my son’s busy schedule. Top Score was highly communicative, consistently updating me on my son’s progress. When my next child prepares for the SAT, Top Score Education will be my first call. I could not be happier that we chose them for our son’s academic preparation.

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Schedule a free consultation today to learn more about how our personalized test prep programs can make a difference. Let’s work together to unlock your child’s full potential.

Why Top Score Education?

Top Score Education’s Philosophy: Deep Learning Through Deep Relationships

Since 2004, Top Score Education has stood against superficial “band-aid tutoring.” Top Score's mission is to provide Deep Learning Through Deep Relationships. This mission represents a commitment to understanding the individual needs of each student and providing all families with a highly personalized level of support throughout their student's academic journey. Their tutors are not just instructors but mentors dedicated to inspiring change and growth in every student.

  • Experienced Educators & Lifelong Learners: Top Score’s team includes Duke alumni, PhDs, and professionals from top 25 universities who bring a wealth of test prep knowledge and a passion for teaching.

  • Customized Programs: Top Score tailors their programs to meet the unique needs of each student, whether they are preparing for college entrance exams or advanced placement tests.

  • Learning Differences: Top Score works closely with students with ADHD and other learning differences, as well as those who need extended time on tests.

  • Proven Results: Top Score has 20 years of experience helping students achieve significant score growth, earn admittance to prestigious universities, and often return to join their team, reflecting the success and impact of their methods.

Why wait? Start your child’s journey to test success today!

Click the button below to schedule your free consultation or reach out to us directly to learn more about how Illuminos and Top Score Education can help your child achieve their academic goals.

Frequently asked questions

  • Illuminos has partnered with Top Score Education to offer personalized, one-on-one test prep services tailored to your child's needs, including support for exams like the SAT, ACT, PSAT, and more.

  • Programs are tailored through baseline testing, your child’s preferences, and personalized planning to align with your child's schedule, strengths, and goals.

  • Top Score Education tutors are experienced educators from top universities with expertise in working with students, including those with ADHD and learning differences.

  • The program features 12 sessions over 4–5 months, covering two test attempts, with expert tutor matching, continuous feedback, and adjustments to ensure progress.

  • It's ideal to start test prep when your child is ready to focus on improving their test-taking skills and understanding the content. For many students, this is during their sophomore or junior year of high school, but the timeline can vary based on the specific test, your student's schedule, and their academic needs. Our personalized approach ensures we create a preparation plan that works best for your child’s age and readiness.