ASC A+ Program

SERVING BOSTON SINCE 1994

Main Office 617-730-3706
Downtown  617-451-8988

Best Summer Enrichment Programs in Boston

Get a head start for the coming school year by attending the A+ Summer Program!

Summer isn’t just a time to relax and have fun.  It’s also the ideal season to get a jumpstart on the academic challenges all students will face as they move to the next grade level. During the months of July and August, the A+ Program offers two intensive sessions in which students study materials and concepts that are taught in their upcoming grade level.

Summer sessions are run with the same rigor and intensity as the regular school year.  Our curriculum is carefully designed by accredited teaching professionals to exceed state standards for students of all grades.  By going above and beyond regular curriculum, the A+ Summer Program is perfect for gifted learners and talented students eager to accelerate their academics and develop the skills they’ll need in college.

English Reading and Writing Enhancement

The A+ English Program features a comprehensive mix of literature and composition that will enable our students to excel in writing and test-taking.

We focus on:

  • Engaging with advanced-level texts to prepare students for the upcoming school year.
  • Nurturing critical thinking skills through interactive discussions and challenging writing assignments.
  • Active reading and notetaking to improve overall reading comprehension.
  • Brainstorming ideas and creating detailed outlines for all essay writing tasks.
  • Effectively structuring, organizing and developing ideas to produce polished and sophisticated essays.

Enrichment in Mathematics

The A+ Math Program employs a challenging new mathematics curriculum that helps students excel in mathematics at any level. Our comprehensive Math Program addresses basic skills to advanced mathematical concepts. We provide the fundamentals for success both in the classroom and on standardized tests.

Students will:

  • Work with challenging course materials that encourage advanced thinking.
  • Learn to interpret and solve word problems.
  • Boost study skills and practice test-taking strategies.
  • Refine math skills through homework, quizzes and a final exam.

Full Day Summer Program

Benefits:
  • Gain experience and hone skills from different types of classes
  • Combine both academic study and soft skill development
  • Improve their leadership, creative thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Spend summers meaningfully
  • The best part of our unique program? Parents don’t have to pick students up in the middle of the day

A+ Full-Day Summer Program gives students the opportunity to take a class in the morning and participate in fun, educational activities in the afternoon.

Our afternoon program activities include creative writing workshops, public speaking training, STEM, test-taking skills, arts and crafts, and organizing and performing in a talent show. We take advantage of Boston’s many educational and historical sites to encourage learning outside of the classroom. In the A+ Full-Day Program, students might visit:

  • The Boston Public Library
  • The Museum of Fine Arts
  • The Massachusetts State House
  • The Isabella Stuart Gardner Museum
  • The Institute of Contemporary Art
  • The Museum of Science
  • The USS Constitution
  • And many more…

Schedules and Fees

Classes are held Monday to Friday in two 3-week sessions.
Session 1
 July 2 – July 23, 2018, no class on July 4
Session 2
 July 30 – August 17, 2018
Class times
Morning class 9am-12pm
Afternoon class 2-5pm
Full Day Program 9am-5pm (Drop off starts at 8:30 am and pick up by 5:30 pm)
A+ English & Math (Grades 1-8) $510/session
ISEE Prep (Middle: Grades 5-6, Upper: Grades 7-8) $560/session
SSAT Prep (Upper: Grades 7-8) $560/session
PSAT Prep (Grades 9-10) $740/session
SAT Prep  (Grades 9-12) $740/session
Middle School Writing Workshop (Grades 5-8) $540/session
High School Writing Workshop (Grades 8-11) $570/session
Middle School Public Speaking and Presentation (Grades 5-8) $540/session
High School Public Speaking and Presentation (Grades 8-11) $570/session
High School Math (Grades 8-11) $570/session
College Boot Camp (Grades 10-11) $1600/session
AP Calculus (Grades 10-11) $620/session
AP Physics (Grades 10-11) $620/session
AP Chemistry (Grades 10-11) $620/session
World/American History [Honor] (Grades 10-11) $620/session
A+ TOEFL Test Preparation $1100/session

The A+ Full Day Summer Program is an additional $500 to the morning class tuition. This additional fee includes afternoon activity materials, transportation to afternoon activities and admission fees. Lunch is not included.

Summer Session locations
Brookline: 50 Sewall Ave., Brookline, MA 02446
Brookline: 1187 Beacon St., Brookline, MA 02446
Chinatown: 65 Harrison Ave., FL 6. Boston, MA 02111
Commonwealth: 1106 Commonwealth Ave., Boston, MA 02215

Download Application Form

Complete the application form and email it to us (aplusinfo@ascenglish.com). We will get in touch with you within one business day.

Questions? Call 617-730-3706, 617-451-8988 or e-mail aplusinfo@ascenglish.com

Testimonials

Tancrede R

“I love writing so much, and I don’t want to miss a class at A+!”
Tancrede R., 4th Grade
2016-06-15T09:41:22+00:00
“I love writing so much, and I don’t want to miss a class at A+!” Tancrede R., 4th Grade

Elan’s mother

“My husband showed me Elan’s works and we were so happily surprised that Elan is able to write with such vivid vocabulary and in really clear organization!”
Elan’s mother
2016-06-15T09:42:05+00:00
“My husband showed me Elan’s works and we were so happily surprised that Elan is able to write with such vivid vocabulary and in really clear organization!” Elan’s mother

Brandon Lum

“This program isn’t just based on academics. When you come to ASC, you start building friendships and life skills. I improve each year with my Math and English skills, and coming here gives me a head start for the next school year. I have enjoyed coming back each year, and will continue to come back as long as I can.”
Brandon Lum (Natick High School, Grade 10) – A+ Scholar for 10 years
2016-06-15T10:02:47+00:00
“This program isn’t just based on academics. When you come to ASC, you start building friendships and life skills. I improve each year with my Math and English skills, and coming here gives me a head start for the next school year. I have enjoyed coming back each year, and will continue to come back View Full →

Corey Wong

“For several years, I have come to ASC each summer, and it has helped me gain an edge over my classmates for the upcoming school year. ASC is more than a place to grow academically-it is a fun, rewarding environment that helps you grow as a person.”
Corey Wong (Newton North High School, Grade 11) – A+ Scholar for 6 years
2016-06-15T10:03:37+00:00
“For several years, I have come to ASC each summer, and it has helped me gain an edge over my classmates for the upcoming school year. ASC is more than a place to grow academically-it is a fun, rewarding environment that helps you grow as a person.” Corey Wong (Newton North High School, Grade 11) View Full →

Damini Gopal

“A+ has helped me learn new strategies that I can use to tackle the old and new SAT. My teachers are very nice and helpful, and they are always sharing knowledge of tips, books, apps, and strategies that may help me. I have been in this program for five years, and I always find the experience helpful, fun, and fast-paced.”
Damini Gopal (Brookline High School, Grade 10)- A+ Scholar for 5 years
2016-06-15T10:04:20+00:00
“A+ has helped me learn new strategies that I can use to tackle the old and new SAT. My teachers are very nice and helpful, and they are always sharing knowledge of tips, books, apps, and strategies that may help me. I have been in this program for five years, and I always find the View Full →

Cindy Zhang

“What I like most about A+ is being taught concepts instead of just reading them from a textbook. For the SAT, I am learning more than what I could from reading a test prep book on my own. With the strategies I have learned, I feel that a 2400 is achievable!”
Cindy Zhang (Belmont High School, Grade 11)
2016-06-15T10:06:47+00:00
“What I like most about A+ is being taught concepts instead of just reading them from a textbook. For the SAT, I am learning more than what I could from reading a test prep book on my own. With the strategies I have learned, I feel that a 2400 is achievable!” Cindy Zhang (Belmont High View Full →

Jessie Yang

“Before A+, I was awful at English and standardized tests, but the lessons and extra practice have helped a lot. I’ve improved in grammar, vocabulary, and reading comprehension. The teachers are encouraging, and have taught me about life after high school and how I can start to prepare for college early in high school.”
Jessie Yang (Newton North, Grade 9)
2016-06-15T10:07:34+00:00
“Before A+, I was awful at English and standardized tests, but the lessons and extra practice have helped a lot. I’ve improved in grammar, vocabulary, and reading comprehension. The teachers are encouraging, and have taught me about life after high school and how I can start to prepare for college early in high school.” Jessie View Full →

Leona Lo

“I like that the classes are relatively small, so teachers can help people individually more easily. I’ve been able to fortify my Algebra 2 essential skills, specifically those relevant for Pre-Calc next year.”
Leona Lo (Westwood High School, Grade 11)
2016-06-15T10:08:39+00:00
“I like that the classes are relatively small, so teachers can help people individually more easily. I’ve been able to fortify my Algebra 2 essential skills, specifically those relevant for Pre-Calc next year.” Leona Lo (Westwood High School, Grade 11)

Francesca Mei

“The classes really forced me to do a lot of SAT practice problems that allowed me to become familiar with the actual questions on the exam. The teachers are really approachable and not intimidating, and they shared their own experiences with the SAT as well. It’s nice to have a different outlook on the test and hear about what to expect after we complete it!”
Francesca Mei (Belmont High School, Grade 11)
2016-06-15T10:10:03+00:00
“The classes really forced me to do a lot of SAT practice problems that allowed me to become familiar with the actual questions on the exam. The teachers are really approachable and not intimidating, and they shared their own experiences with the SAT as well. It’s nice to have a different outlook on the test View Full →

Serena Cai

“A+ has taught me many new things that will prepare me for a better future. It prepared me for the ISEE by teaching me about the format and by giving me test-taking skills and strategies to face the exam with confidence.”
Serena Cai (Woodward School, Grade 8)
2016-06-15T10:10:55+00:00
“A+ has taught me many new things that will prepare me for a better future. It prepared me for the ISEE by teaching me about the format and by giving me test-taking skills and strategies to face the exam with confidence.” Serena Cai (Woodward School, Grade 8)

Vincent Liu’s mother

Vincent shared that his writing teacher has a great sense of humor and creates a lighthearted but rigorous environment where he can truly learn. The teacher also often encourages students to actively participate in class and express themselves... Vincent also learned how to express himself verbally from his peers during break times, sharing experiences and making lasting friendships.
Vincent Liu’s mother
2016-06-15T10:11:49+00:00
Vincent shared that his writing teacher has a great sense of humor and creates a lighthearted but rigorous environment where he can truly learn. The teacher also often encourages students to actively participate in class and express themselves… Vincent also learned how to express himself verbally from his peers during break times, sharing experiences and View Full →

Mother of Peter Zhu

My two children started at A+ in February, 2015. Within less than 8 months, their academic English has greatly improved! My 11th grader, Peter, has improved more than 300 points on his SAT after three sessions of study. He has also accumulated very valuable leadership experience through his time volunteering at A+ during this summer.
Mother of Peter Zhu
2016-06-15T10:12:43+00:00
My two children started at A+ in February, 2015. Within less than 8 months, their academic English has greatly improved! My 11th grader, Peter, has improved more than 300 points on his SAT after three sessions of study. He has also accumulated very valuable leadership experience through his time volunteering at A+ during this summer. View Full →

Mother of Angel

"My 10 year-old daughter Angel was not able to understand the teachers in school when she first started her study in the U.S. early this year, however, through this past half year of study at A+, Angel has caught up with her academic study and she has no problem participating in school now. Angel was shy to speak when she started school, but she is confident now to communicate with her teachers and peers."
Mother of Angel
2016-06-15T10:13:33+00:00
“My 10 year-old daughter Angel was not able to understand the teachers in school when she first started her study in the U.S. early this year, however, through this past half year of study at A+, Angel has caught up with her academic study and she has no problem participating in school now. Angel was View Full →

Jianping

"I am a parent of two high school students. Both of children come to A+ Summer Programs for many years. The reason they want to come back again and again is because the teachers here are very knowledgeable in their subject areas and also they know how to communicate with kids in a way so that the kids can understand new materials very quickly and effectively. Usually, my son will fight with us for any extra courses outside of classroom. But A+ Program is the one he is always looking forward to be in. I highly recommend A+ Program to any parents, who want their children to get either extra challenges or extra help besides school works."
Mother of Hope and Abraham
2017-04-05T14:59:10+00:00
“I am a parent of two high school students. Both of children come to A+ Summer Programs for many years. The reason they want to come back again and again is because the teachers here are very knowledgeable in their subject areas and also they know how to communicate with kids in a way so View Full →
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Boston, MA 02215

TEL: 617.730.3706

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Boston, MA 02111

TEL: 617.451.8988