Empowering students to design their future

At Forward Thinking, we offer a unique and straightforward approach to university mentoring—one built on purpose, clarity, and growth.

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of the students were accepted into their early round applications

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of the students were accepted to all Canadian universities they applied to

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of the students applying last academic year were accepted into their top two university choices

What Sets Our Team Apart

Expertise | Collaboration | Care

What makes our team different is our

Collaborative

Team-based Approach

Seasoned Educators

Experienced College Counselors

Dedicated Student Support Specialists

Our team includes former admissions officers, academic advisors, subject experts, and mentoring professionals who work together to provide personalized, 360° support for each student.

Prioritizing Student Wellbeing

Student success is closely tied to emotional and mental wellbeing. We build strong, trusting relationships with students, providing mentorship that supports not only academic progress but also personal growth, resilience, and balance.

Student wellbeing

Our methodology revolves around two fundamental concepts:

We Prioritize Student Well Being

Throughout your journey, our dedicated team at Forward Thinking places a strong emphasis on your well-being. We prioritize your mental health by regularly checking in with you. Through our collaborative approach, we will work together to alleviate any anxiety and provide a meticulously planned and nurturing experience throughout the entire journey to university.

How can we make your life easier?

We aim to alleviate the stress associated with the university application process by providing unwavering support. As you navigate the highs and lows of your high school years, you remain our top priority. Our counselling team will be your constant source of inspiration and encouragement, always offering guidance and support.

Our Programs Encompass Several Components

Developing Confidence

Students build lifelong skills that guide them in making informed decisions about their future.

Goal Setting

Identifying short-term and long-term goals towards academic and personal progress.

Academic Support

Creating study schedules & homework support, along with tutor recommendations & guidance for subject selections.

Global Awareness

Introducing students to diverse opportunities, industries and career pathways.

Exploring Interests

Recommendations for extracurricular activities that align with the student’s strengths and interests.

Providing a Supportive Network

Mentoring with us means students and families are never navigating this journey alone.

Application Support

At Forward Thinking, we offer a unique and straightforward approach to mentoring high school students.

United States

Determining an early strategy best suited to the student, navigating the Common App application, and providing essay support.

United Kingdom

Guiding students through the UCAS application and providing support in their personal statement.

Canada

Advising and overseeing the application process for a student’s selected universities.

Europe

Helping students understand country-specific requirements across Europe, select suitable universities, and craft compelling motivation letters.

What do our students say?

At Forward Thinking, we offer a unique and straightforward approach to mentoring high school students.

I attribute my admission to the University of Pennsylvania to Navin’s counseling services. After identifying a class of schools I wanted to attend (top tier…

University of Pennsylvania

As I neared the end of high school in Dubai five years ago, I brimmed with ambition for college but found myself hopelessly lost and…

Georgetown University

Navin Valrani was amazing at helping me with my application, he was realistic about where I could get into but also had optimism and was…

Tufts University

Navin Valrani has been a lifeline for me. His unrelenting support during the application process was instrumental in mitigating my anxieties and allowing me to…

University of Pennsylvania Jerome Fisher Program

Navin helped me through the college application process. He helped me to construct an aggressive and balanced college list, giving me valuable suggestions on which…

UC Berkeley

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