SAT/ACT Test Anxiety Is Real—Here’s How to Help Your Student

If your student dreads the idea of a high-stakes test, they’re not alone.

What Causes Test Anxiety?

• Fear of failure or perfectionism
• Lack of familiarity with test structure
• Past negative testing experiences
  
  

What Can You Do?

• Practice early and often under real conditions
• Use guided prep with a trusted instructor
• Explore testing accommodations (like extended time or breaks)

Frontier Tutoring’s instructors are trained to support students who need a calmer, more supportive path through test prep.


👉 Help your student take a low-pressure practice test  
👉 Learn about our supportive prep options

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