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Closure in accordance with government decision

As a consequence of the Corona Virus epidemic, please note the Hampshire Academy centre will stay closed until the government gives permission for educational institutes to reopen. For any enquiries please call us on 71793757 – we are always ready to help you. Stay safe – keep washing your hands.

Schedule Update

This summer we shall not be holding classes in our center in Horsh Tabet since we cannot ensure safe social distancing in the center. We have therefore scheduled two classes in Deir Al Kalaa Country Club, Beit Mery, where social distancing is possible: IELTS and SAT. Maximum class size is 12 students. We anticipate there […]

TOEFL Changes

Good news for English-Language test candidates! Starting from August 1, 2019, all TOEFL iBT test takers will benefit from changes to the test format and score reporting, as well as easier registration. In brief, these changes are as follows: Superscoring has been introduced! As ETS explains: “The new MyBest™ scores feature will combine test takers’ best […]

Back to School

So you’ve packed away your beach bag, dusted down your school bag and you’re waiting outside on the street for the school bus to pick you up. It’s back to school time … A few thoughts though – work very hard in class, keep up your school average, find time for SAT practice, read Scientific […]

Undergraduate applications: The Common App and AUB

AUB has announced you can apply for admission on the Common App. What does this mean for you? If you’re applying to mainland USA universities, but think there is a possibility you might go to AUB, use the common app. If you’re sure you’re going to AUB, you can apply directly with the AUB online […]

The SAT and Your Mind-set

You all know by now that the SAT is a stressful test – you’re under pressure to complete questions within the time allowed and without making any mistakes. The single most important thing during the test is to stay positive – don’t allow yourself to become tired or fed up. Stop thinking you want to […]

Don’t Waste Your Time: SAT words

We’re here to make your life easier… If you want to make the best use of travel time in the car, refresh your memory with words that will help you on the SAT. For example, do you know what these words mean? Obsolescence; Convey; Curtail; Dismal; Widespread; Entrench; Burrow; Gloomy; Facetious; Feign. They’re all words that […]

Our Summer SAT Courses

We’re very proud to share our exciting news! Hampshire Academy will be giving SAT courses in the following schools over the summer: Brummana High School, College Notre Dame de Jamhour, College Notre Dame de Nazareth Beirut, St. Joseph School Cornet Chahwan, and Wellspring Learning Community. We believe this is recognition of the strength and integrity […]