Saturday & Afterschool
2025-2026
Focus on Today, Prepare for Tomorrow.
专注现在, 展望未来。
Serving the community for over a decade, NYAAU’s mission is to promote, empower, and inspire youths to develop their personal and professional skills.
Our Classes by Grades
Foundations
Kindergarten to 2nd Grade
In the early grades, we focus on establishing core skills in reading, writing, and number sense. Through engaging lessons and hands-on activities, students strengthen their academic foundations and develop confidence in the classroom.
NYS ELA and Math
3rd to 7th Grade
Students receive rigorous instruction based on the NYS Next Generation Learning Standards to strengthen ELA and Math proficiency. Our program also prepares students for the NYS ELA and Math exams, with free full-length mock exams offered in March to provide practice and boost test readiness.
Mark Twain
5th Grade
Designed exclusively for 5th-grade students applying to Mark Twain I.S. 239, this specialized class focuses on preparing for the competitive admissions process. Offered only at our 25th Ave branch.
SHSAT
8th/9th Grade
This intensive program supports 8th-grade students preparing for the Specialized High Schools Admissions Test (SHSAT). It includes structured class instruction and weekly full-length practice tests to build test-taking skills and confidence.
PSAT/SAT
9th to 12th Grade
Tailored for high school students, our PSAT/SAT program provides targeted instruction and practice. Students receive guided support and practice tests to track progress and maximize scores.
College Planning
As part of our SAT Prep course, college planning is seamlessly integrated through personalized guidance on school selection, application timelines, and goal setting. Students also receive support with essay writing, financial aid, and understanding how test scores fit into the broader admissions process
Two locations in Brooklyn
Sunset-Dyker Branch
Office: 825 57th ST Suite 101B
Brooklyn, NY 11220
School: IS 187 1171 65th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11220*
718-238-8099 / 347-854-9340
8ave@nyaau.org
Bensonhurst Branch
Office: 2502 86th Street 2FL
Brooklyn, New York 11214
School: PS 101 8696 24th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11214*
718-946-8188
25ave@nyaau.org
*Disclaimer: This activity is not sponsored or endorsed by the NYC Department of Education or the City of New York.