Strong literacy skills for confident learners
Orton-Gillingham based literacy tutoring for children who struggle with reading, spelling and writing. Providing multisensory lessons in East Toronto, Durham Region and online across Canada.
Is your child struggling in school?
My child is falling behind in reading, and nothing seems to work.
You've tried extra practice, a tutor and help at school. Reading still isn't clicking.
Homework has become a nightly battle.
Most nights end in tears or a meltdown, and the whole family feels it.
My child is bright, but their grades don't show it.
They understand far more than they can get down on paper. Reading, spelling or writing keeps getting in the way.
The school says my child needs support, but I don't know where to start.
Between assessments, IEPs and advice that doesn't agree, it's hard to know what to do first.
I'm watching my child lose confidence.
They've started saying "I'm stupid" or "I hate reading." You want them to believe in themselves again.
With the right support, reading starts to click.Your child doesn't need to struggle alone.
If any of this sounds like your child, we can help. We teach reading with the Orton-Gillingham approach, one to one and at your child's pace. The first step is a free call to talk it through.
Explore how we support your child
Orton-Gillingham Tutoring
One-to-one lessons in reading, spelling and writing, planned around how your child learns.
Student Assessments
A clear picture of your child's strengths and needs, with practical next steps.
Educational Consulting
Guidance on IEPs, school placement and advocacy, so you know your options.
Workshops & Training
Family advocacy, neurodiversity training and scholarship program support for families and organizations.
We identify literacy gaps and teach the skills learners need to grow.
15+
Years of teaching experience
One-to-one support for families across East Toronto, Durham Region and online, since 2015.
We don't just help students complete their homework. We identify literacy gaps and teach the foundational reading, spelling and writing skills students need to become more confident learners.
At our core, we foster confident learners by sparking curiosity and celebrating growth. Through personalized support and hands-on challenges, we empower every student to find their voice and thrive.
Our lessons are Orton-Gillingham based, structured, explicit and multisensory. We plan each lesson around your child's skills, track progress closely and keep you updated along the way.
Tutoring that meets your child where they are
Our one-to-one Orton-Gillingham tutoring starts with the skills your child needs most, and the plan changes as they grow. Lessons can focus on:
- 01
Dyslexia support
For children with dyslexia, or signs of it, who find reading slow, tiring or confusing.
- 02
Phonics and decoding
Sounding out new words with confidence instead of guessing.
- 03
Spelling and writing
Spelling patterns, sentence building and organizing ideas on the page.
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Fluency and comprehension
Smoother, more accurate reading, so your child can focus on what the words mean.
Dyslexia tutoring that builds strong literacy skills
Does your child need extra help with reading, writing or spelling? Whether they are catching up or getting ahead of their grade level, we can help.
We use the Orton-Gillingham approach, which teaches how words are built before moving on to meaning. Our teaching professionals each bring more than a decade of experience, and we specialize in supporting students with dyslexia and other reading and writing challenges.
- Ontario Certified Teachers
- Lessons planned around your child's skills
- In person in East Toronto and Durham Region, or online
Why families choose Class In Session
Specialized literacy tutoring for children who struggle with reading, spelling and writing, since 2015.
Ontario Certified Teachers
Every educator is certified by the Ontario College of Teachers, with extra training in reading and literacy.
Orton-Gillingham trained
Structured, multisensory lessons that teach reading and spelling step by step, building on what your child already knows.
Built around your child
Every lesson plan starts from your child's skills and changes as they grow, in person or online.
You stay in the loop
Regular updates on your child's progress, and answers when you need them.
Not sure where to start? Begin with an assessment
Our student assessments give you a clear picture of how your child learns, where the gaps are and what will help most. You leave with practical recommendations, whether that means one-to-one tutoring, supports at school or a plan for home.
From there, our private tutors in Toronto and Durham Region work one-to-one with your child, in person or online, and keep you updated as they progress.
- Learning profile, strengths and challenges
- Executive functioning and school readiness
- Clear next steps and recommendations
What families and partners say about their Experience
" Her skill in identifying individual learning needs and creating tailored solutions has helped many students and tutors reach their full potential. "
" Moreover, this has allowed his PSAT scores to jump 50 points and now he is a more confident learner. "
" What truly sets Tinnelle apart is the measurable impact they have on student outcomes. "
" This week has been incredible. After a week of coaching it’s given me a plan and given me hope that he will return to school. He felt comfortable to open up and talk to you. I love that you are a teacher and you understand the school system and you’ve given strategies that are relevant! "
Helpful reading and learning tips
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Start your child's reading journey
Reach out to talk about your child's needs. We will listen, answer your questions and help you find the right next step.