Naitik’s 1560 SAT Journey: SAT coaching That Built His Confidence
Some students improve score by score. Some progress in jumps. Naitik Chheda, a former student of Oberoi International School, Mumbai, grew through steady steps, guided planning and consistent SAT coaching at Quest for Success (QFS), Bangalore. He balanced SAT preparation with AP Computer Science and AP Statistics, earning 4s in both subjects while also reaching a 1560 SAT score.
Here we show the steps that formed his growth.
Naitik began his preparation by learning how the SAT works. He wanted a clear picture of:
- Question types
- Adaptive module behaviour
- Timing patterns
- Common traps
This awareness helped him avoid confusion later.
He also took a diagnostic test at QFS, which gave him a starting point.
Building a flexible weekly plan
His QFS mentors helped him build a plan that balanced SAT and AP preparation. He studied in short sessions to avoid burnout.
Dividing tasks into small blocks
He focused on:
- Math drills
- Reading cycle practice
- Grammar checks
- AP-specific revision
This split kept his preparation organised.
Reading accuracy training
He practiced finding main ideas, linking evidence and avoiding extreme choices. These steps made long passages easier.
Writing and grammar skills
He revised transitions, punctuation and agreement errors daily. Short and steady drills helped his maintain accuracy.
Math refinement
Although he had strong AP-level math skills, he learned to read word problems faster and apply SAT-style reasoning.
This reduced his mistakes and improved his comfort level.
Balancing AP Computer Science and AP Statistics taught him time management. He used his AP concepts to improve his SAT logic, especially in math and structured reasoning.
How AP subjects strengthened his SAT skills
- AP Computer Science improved problem-solving
- AP Statistics helped with probability and data sets
- Coding practice improved focus
Once his base skills grew stronger, he moved to active practice.
Using digital SAT mocks
He took adaptive digital tests, which helped him:
- Build timing awareness
- Stay calm under pressure
- Refine question-selection judgment
Reviewing each mock with purpose
He reviewed every mistake and created short notes. These notes helped him fix patterns quickly.
This stage helped him reach the 1500+ range.
Techniques he used
- Eliminating answers quickly
- Checking tricky wording in math
- Tracking repeated errors
- Practicing transitions daily
- Reading short articles for tone clarity
Each technique added a layer of improvement.
In the last month, he focused on:
- Faster reasoning
- Confidence-building drills
- Additional timed sections
- AP revision in short bursts
His QFS tutors ensured every session stayed simple and targeted.
On test day, he stayed composed. He followed his pacing plan and used his reasoning habits to move through both modules effectively.
His 1560 SAT score and AP Computer Science (4) + AP Statistics (4) show his balanced preparation and discipline.
- A structured plan reduces pressure
- Small sessions give strong progress
- AP subjects can support SAT learning
- Reviewing errors creates big changes
- Consistency is more important than long hours
QFS gave him:
- Personalised guidance
- Digital SAT-style practice
- Clear weekly checkpoints
- Quick doubt-solving support
- Balanced plans for school + APs + SAT
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Final Thoughts
Naitik’s journey shows that SAT preparation does not have to be overwhelming. With structured SAT coaching and thoughtful study habits, he built a path that led to his 1560 score and strong AP results.
His story inspires students who want a balanced, realistic and effective preparation method.