Frequently Asked Questions

Seed & Sky Education Pathways is based in Boston and New York City. While we maintain strong relationships with schools and institutions in these regions, the majority of our advising, coaching, and tutoring sessions are conducted virtually, allowing us to work with families across the country and internationally.

We work with motivated, high-potential students and families from diverse backgrounds who are navigating rigorous academic pathways and value thoughtful, relationship-based guidance. Many of the families we support are exploring independent schools (middle and high school level), competitive colleges, or graduate pathways.

Starting with students as young as 10 years old, we support students across the full educational journey, including:

• Students applying to independent day and boarding middle and high schools

• High school students preparing for college admissions

• Students preparing for standardized tests such as the SSAT, ISEE, SAT, ACT, and GRE

• Students K-12 who seek academic tutoring

• College students seeking guidance on graduate school pathways

Ideally, families begin working with us one to two years before their desired entry point, particularly for high school and college placement. That said, we also support families on shorter timelines and provide targeted, a la carte support as needed.

Our work is grounded in deep admissions and placement experience, high standards of excellence, and a strong commitment to student wellbeing. We have firsthand knowledge of competitive admissions processes and long-standing relationships within rigorous independent schools and colleges. Just as importantly, we take an asset-based approach that honors each student’s journey, strengths, and growth.

Our support is highly individualized and may include school or college list development, application strategy, writing and interview coaching, test preparation coordination, admissions advocacy, and transition support. We work closely with both students and families to ensure clarity, accountability, and thoughtful pacing throughout the process.

The timeline of coaching sessions will depend on when a family has engaged Seed & Sky and their desired entry point.  While a typical coaching session lasts for 1-hour virtually, the length and frequency of coaching sessions can vary based on the student & family's need.

No ethical advising practice can guarantee admissions results. While we are proud to have a 100% placement rate in both high school and college admissions, our focus is on helping students submit strong, authentic, and competitive applications and find environments where they can thrive academically and personally.

Yes. We offer personalized test preparation and academic coaching for the SSAT, ISEE, SAT, ACT, and GRE, with a focus on skill-building, strategy, and confidence. We also support executive function development, including time management, study strategies, and organization.

Yes. We support families navigating financial aid applications and conversations about affordability and fit, and we help families understand how financial considerations intersect with admissions strategy.

In keeping with our commitment to access and equity, we maintain a sliding scale pricing philosophy and are able to adjust fees for families who demonstrate financial need.

We offer both comprehensive packages and a la carte hourly services. In keeping with our commitment to access and equity, we maintain a sliding scale pricing philosophy and are able to adjust fees for families who demonstrate financial need. Families are encouraged to reach out to discuss pricing and find an arrangement that works for their circumstances.

To get started, please schedule an introductory consultation to discuss your goals, timelines, and needs. From there, we recommend a scope of support tailored to your student and family.