When Should Ivy League Prep Really Begin?

"I usually get overwhelmed with all the Ivy League talk, but this podcast broke it down in such a calm and clear way. For the first time, I felt like I actually understood the roadmap. The idea of starting early and focusing on quality over quantity really struck me."

"As a parent, I’ve always worried whether my child is doing ‘enough’ for college. This podcast reassured me that it’s not about endless activities but meaningful ones. The part about small learning gaps snowballing really hit home. I immediately signed up for the free skill gap test at 98thPercentile, and it was such an eye-opener. Highly recommend other parents to just listen once — it changes how you think."

"What I liked most was how real and practical the podcast felt. No scare tactics, no impossible promises. Just straight talk about Ivy admissions and why starting in grade 3 or 4 actually matters. My daughter is already using 98thPercentile for math, and hearing the philosophy behind it made me feel so reassured that we’re on the right path."

"The podcast explained things I wish someone had told me years ago. I didn’t know how much early skill gaps in reading or math can affect long-term learning. The part about saving 6–8 hours a week through smarter learning was such a relief to hear. As working parents, time is so important."

"I’ve listened to many talks on Ivy prep, but this was the first one that felt parent-friendly. It was detailed but not intimidating. The mention of scholarships and how early preparation makes them more realistic really opened my eyes."