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Why We Do What We Do
What Sets Prepped and Polished Apart
Always One-to-One
Every session is dedicated entirely to your student. One tutor, one student — never a group, never shared. Our founding promise, kept for 25+ years.
Four Convenient Locations
Offices in Newton, Lexington, Wellesley, and Weston — plus in-home tutoring throughout Greater Boston and online options for families anywhere.
Prepped and Trained℠ Tutors
Our proprietary certification program means every tutor is rigorously vetted and trained to the standards that Prepped and Polished families expect. Every Prepped and Trained℠ tutor is certified on our proprietary curriculum, including the P&P SAT Workbook Series and the Executive Function Playbook©
Prepped Progress Report℠
After every session, parents receive a Prepped Progress Report℠ — a clear, structured summary of what was covered, how the student performed, and what's coming next. It's how we keep you informed at every step of your child's journey — clear, consistent communication, so you always know exactly where things stand.
Built from Personal Experience
Alexis Avila founded Prepped and Polished in 1999 after experiencing firsthand the impact of dedicated, one-to-one mentorship during his own education. Frequently quoted by U.S. News & World Report, Alexis built P&P around a single belief: every student deserves individualized attention from an educator who is passionate about their success. That philosophy is embedded in every aspect of our work — from our proprietary in-house curriculum to the Prepped Progress Report℠ families receive after every session.
"We envisioned an independent educational service run entirely by educators whose passion for education acts as the primary driving force."
Founder & CEO Alexis Avila has been recognized among the most influential leaders of color in the Greater Boston community — a reflection of P&P's commitment to every student it serves.
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