A math exam rewards more than knowing the material; it rewards knowing it under time pressure, in the format the test uses. That is why a focused prep session can lift a mark even when a student already understands most of the content. The goal is not to relearn everything, it is to spend your last hours on what actually moves the score. This guide covers when to book, how a session works, what we cover, and the tips that genuinely make a difference.
When to book exam prep
The honest answer: earlier is better, but later still helps. A week or two out, we have time to build timed practice and shore up weak topics in order of importance. The night before, a single session can still steady nerves and make sure the last hours go to the right places rather than the easy, comforting ones. Whichever it is, message us as soon as you know the date, since more notice means more options.
How a prep session works
We start by pinning down exactly what the exam covers, using the course outline, past tests and any review package. Then we work under realistic conditions: timed questions, worked examples, and a quick diagnostic to find where marks are leaking. The student does the doing while the tutor coaches, because active practice, not passive watching, is what sticks. You leave with a short, prioritised list of what to review in the time you have left.
What we cover
We prep for the full range of math assessments: course finals and unit tests across Grades 1 to 12, the Grade 9 EQAO math assessment, and AP and IB exams such as AP Calculus AB and BC and IB Math AA and AI. We also help university students before first-year midterms and finals. In every case we match the practice to the format of the specific exam, because a calculus final, an EQAO assessment and an AP paper each reward slightly different habits.
Tips that actually move marks
- Do questions, do not just read. Solving problems under time beats re-reading notes every time.
- Triage the paper. Bank the questions you know first, then spend leftover time on the hard ones.
- Show your steps. Method marks add up, even when a final answer slips.
- Practise to the clock. Pacing is a skill; rehearse it before exam day, not on it.
- Target the shaky topics. Comfortable material feels productive but rarely adds new marks.
How Winny Math helps
We turn the time you have, however much that is, into the most marks possible. A quick diagnostic finds the gaps, custom practice targets them, and a tutor who recently sat these exams keeps the session focused on what counts. For ongoing support across a course, see our high school math tutoring page. Sessions are 1-on-1 at $40 per hour, or $25 per student in a small group, and you start with a free 30-minute trial.
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Book a free trialFrequently asked questions
How last-minute can you book an exam prep session?
Often the same day, subject to a tutor being free. Even a single focused session the night before can help you prioritise the right topics and steady your nerves. The earlier you reach out, the more options we have, so message us as soon as you know the date.
Is it one session or several?
Either. Some students book a single cram session before a test, others want a short series across exam season. We will suggest what fits your timeline and how much ground there is to cover, with no pressure to book more than you need.
What should the student bring to a session?
Whatever you have: the course outline or unit list, past tests, the teacher's review package, and a sense of which topics feel shakiest. The more we know about what the exam covers, the more targeted the session is.
Do you cover EQAO and AP/IB exams?
Yes. We prep students for the Grade 9 EQAO math assessment, AP exams such as Calculus AB and BC, IB Math exams, and ordinary school finals and unit tests. We tailor the practice to the format of whichever exam you are facing.
How much does math exam prep cost?
Solo lessons are $40 per hour and small-group classes are $25 per student per hour, with custom practice material included. You start with a free 30-minute trial.