Standardized Testing at LCS: SAT & PSAT Updates
Is your teenager considering U.S. universities? Standardized testing (the SAT and PSAT) is an important step for students exploring post-secondary options in the United States. Below are the key dates, registration instructions, and preparation resources for the upcoming academic year.
PSAT (Practice SAT)
The PSAT is a practice test typically taken by Grade 10 and Grade 11 students. It provides valuable exposure to standardized testing in a lower-stakes environment.
- Test Date at LCS: Saturday October 24, 2026
- Internal Registration Deadline: Monday, October 18, 2026
- How to Register: Complete our Internal PSAT Registration Form
- Fee: $18 USD (charged directly to your student's account)
SAT Test Dates & Registration
LCS will serve as an official host site for the SAT on the following dates:
- Saturday, November 7, 2026 (registration deadline October 23)
- Saturday, December 5, 2026
- Saturday, March 6, 2027
- Saturday, May 1, 2027
How to Register:
Parents and students must register directly through the College Board Website. Please register early, as test center seats at LCS are limited and fill up quickly.
Test Preparation & Resources
- Self-Paced / Free Options: Preparation for the PSAT is completely optional. Free, high-quality practice modules and full-length practice tests are available on Khan Academy or via the College Board's official Bluebook app. Prep books are also widely available online and in bookstores.
- Tutoring & Test Prep Courses: For structured SAT/ACT guidance, some families choose to work with an external tutor. Colin McMahon at The Learning Curve Tutoring offers specialized online courses and 1-on-1 private tutoring. Colin can be reached by email: thelearningcurve.colin@sympatico.ca
Questions?
If you have questions about whether your teen should write the SAT/PSAT or how these tests fit into their U.S. university plan, please reach out to your student's LCS Guidance Counsellor.