Do you have a child who needs help with their school work or study skills? If so, a tutor may be the way to go. There are lots of great after-school and weekend tutoring programs and classes in Canada. This includes group tutoring classes, which we discuss and profile here. Read more
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 Brain Power Enrichment Programs Vaughan; Online
Brain Power (IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL) is an innovative leader in enrichment education for bright and gifted students. Brain Power is a transformative model for what gifted education should be about in the GTA. Read more...
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 North Toronto, Toronto; Online
Our Camps and Programs reflect Crescent School's excellence in academics, robotics, athletics, business, the arts and leadership, with highly qualified, enthusiastic instructors and staff. Read more...
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 Richmond; West Vancouver
We offer a variety of educational programs offered such as ESL, English, Math, Toefl, SAT, SSAT prep, and support for private school & college applications. Guarantee one grade level improvement after 40hrs of tutoring. Read more...
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 Bloor West Village, Toronto; Online
Oxford means a personalized learning experience for your child. Brain and Science Camps explore creative themes through engaging activities and field trips. Learning takes a fun turn. Our students are excited to learn! Read more...
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 Deer Park, Toronto; Davisville Village, Toronto; Annex, Toronto; Online
Cutting-edge Direct Instruction and academic support centre in Toronto offering 1-to-1 individual support for students K-12, innovative group classes and standardized test preparation for SSAT, SAT, and ACT. Read more...
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 Quills and Quotes: Writing and Public Speaking Program Online; Mississauga
Quills and Quotes is an after-school education program that teaches public speaking and writing skills in one class! It includes essay and creative writing, literary analysis and comprehension. Summer/online classes. Read more...
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 Oakville; Online
At Sylvan of Oakville, we have STEM Summer Camps, STEM Club, tutoring in JK-Gr. 12 math, reading, and writing, as well as SAT/ACT prep courses. Read more...
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 Richmond Hill; Markham; Online
Camps and classes for creative girls and boys who love science, technology, robotics, and design projects. Our kids learn while they experiment, invent, digitally fabricate, and build projects with their own hands! Read more...
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 Budding Genius - Central Mississauga Mississauga; Online
30+ STEAM activities, academic courses to develop each child's inner innovative thinking. Robotics, AI, Coding (Java, Arduino, HTML, Python) Math, Abacus, University prep courses, open to the world and Canada Fr/En. Read more...
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 Focus Learning Academic Centre Don Mills, Toronto; Online
An enrichment academic learning centre committed to igniting the love of learning among children and teens. A variety of subjects are on offer with both our FocusKids and FocusLeaders summer camps. Read more...
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 Don Mills, Toronto; Markham; Online
2020/2021 Writing & Public Speaking School Year Program for kids in Grades 2 to 8. Select from in-person classes (at our North York Campus) or online classes (delivered using the Zoom platform and Google Classroom. Read more...
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 Mississauga; Milton; Online
Robotics and coding after-school, weekend, competition, and summer camp classes that are virtual classes for students from Grade 2 to 12. Serious STEM learning with a unique curriculum and wholesome support system! Read more...
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 High Park, Toronto; Bloor West Village, Toronto; Online
Blend of 5 flavors in our Kids Coding & Robotics Camp in Toronto! Learn to Code, Learn to build: Robotics & Circuits, Outdoor play:Logic Games & a field trip to a tech company! Never a dull moment in our camps & programs Read more...
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 Vancouver; Online
FDT's 2020/2021 academic programs are offered online via Zoom. As leaders in Debate, Speech & Model UN training, FDT Academy is renowned for having over 20 of its students make it on the national Debate & Speech teams. Read more...
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 Don Mills, Toronto; Online
The SLI Summer Camp offers: Pre-K/K reading/numeracy program, Math/ English enrichment, Debate, Entrepreneurship, Comp Sci (HTML/CSS, Machine Learning/AI, App Development, R, Python), French, Spanish, and SSAT/ISEE prep. Read more...
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 Thornhill; Markham
Sylvan camp will spark the creativity of campers through various hands on STEM related activities, such as robot building, math/science projects and creative writing. Read more...
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 KTBYTE Computer Science Academy Massachusetts; Online
KTBYTE provides computer science education that is fun, accessible, and challenging. Our instructor-led online classes, for students ages 8-18, are taught by dedicated and experienced instructors. Read more...
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Our online programs include Enrichment Classes for Language Arts, Math or STEAM for students in Gr. 1-8 and Online Credits for students in Gr. 9-12. Our day camp for campers in Gr. 1-8 provides a fun way to spend summer. Read more...
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 Dufferin Grove, Toronto; Wallace Emerson, Toronto
Creative technology camps to engage your kids & teen. Topics include Robotics, Inventions, Minecraft & Video Game Programming. Read more...
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 Richmond Hill
Online group programs and private lessons in Music, Art, Cooking, Finance 101 and more taught by Superstar instructors from Canada's most prestigious orchestras and institutions. Perfect for kids and teens ages 10-18. Read more...
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 McMichael Children and Youth Art Camps and Programs Vaughan; Online
The McMichael provides an unmatched backdrop for children, youth and family programs. For details on Virtual Programs, Children's Camps, Art Classes, Accessible Studio Workshops and Family Days visit mcmichael.com today! Read more...
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 Prestige School Summer Programme Willowdale, Toronto; Richmond Hill; Online
A day camp with weekly themes that incorporate adventurous outings, artistic creations, scientific experiments, and much more. Read more...
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 Halifax; Online
Artech is the Ultimate Creative Technology Program Center specializing in Game Design, Animation & Coding. Our virtual programs are fully interactive for kids 7 through teens and can reach kids anywhere on this planet! Read more...
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 Mississauga
STEAM based camp and workshops •3D Design and Printing •Robotics • Mechatronics •Virtual & Augmented Reality •Internet Of Things (IoT) • Computer programming •Video Game Design Read more...
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 Vancouver; Mississauga; Brampton; Burlington; Ajax
Virtual Saturday classes, for all students who needs to excel, enhance or accelerate their academics. Our teachers will work to improve your child's grades from JK-Grade 12 for Math, English, Science, Writing and Coding. Read more...
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 Little Mountain Learning Academy Vancouver
Little Mountain Learning Academy is a well-recognized After-school Academic Enrichment facility on the UBC campus. We offer a wide range of English and Math programs from PreK to Grade 12. Read more...
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We offer one to one & group online tutoring support in all academic subjects & a variety of enrichment programs, such as learning & wellness strategies, literature, writing, math, science, coding, art, book clubs & more. Read more...
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 Online; Mississauga
Mississauga's premier kid’s coding academy offering in-person and virrtual courses, summer camps and afterschool programs. Located at Cawthra and Dundas. Read more...
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 Online; Brampton
Premier after-school online STEAM Education for children age 6 to 15 years. They also host family bonding & parent networking events. Their creative STEAM Kits/Gifts are perfect to spend quality Family Time @HOME. Read more...
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We offer a fully immersive French experience led by our expert native teachers. Camps, Interactive Classes, as well as various enriching cultural events throughout the year. Learn to Love and Speak French at LPE! Read more...
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A specialized summer camp to support English and French learning. We offer over 10 programs to support literacy and language for kids of all ages. Read more...
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 St. Michael's College School Summer Camps Forest Hill, Toronto; Online
SMCS Camps provides youth with exciting academic, athletic, and artistic outlets, as well as opportunities to learn and grow within a fun and interactive environment. Please visit: smcscamps.com Read more...
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 Downtown East, Toronto; The Beach, Toronto; Online
A technology camp that offers kids the opportunity to touch on a full range of fun and engaging technology classes and activities that encourage kids to use their creativity to be the technology makers of the future. Read more...
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 Highland Creek, Toronto; Online
Camp UTSC provides a virtual program for ages 5-12. Children's April Break Camp: Baking, Cooking, STEAM Lego, Magic Show, Magic Workshop and Robotics! Read more...
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 Richmond Hill; Online; Bayview Village, Toronto; Markham
We strive for strategic tutoring and proven methods to help students master English, Math, and Sciences. Expert tutors combine challenging lessons and personalized feedback with excellent habits and learning skills. Read more...
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 Markham
Join our FREE STEM Day on Zoom this Thursday, September 3! Our specialty STEM program is running with a focus on science experiments, Python, Scratch and more! Read more...
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 Summer Youth Programming at the Daniels Faculty at U OF T Downtown West, Toronto; Online
Does your child have an interest in architecture or design? If so, consider enrolling them in a Daniels Faculty Outreach for youth programming from primary to high school! Read more...
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 Arrowsmith School Cognitive Intensive Program South Hill, Toronto; Online
The Cognitive Intensive Program strengthens the Symbol Relations cognitive function. Strengthening this area means a more powerful and positive capacity to understand, participate in and contribute to the world. Read more...
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 Oakville; Mississauga; Online
Academic enrichment program developed by an Ontario Certified Teacher to build student confidence and engagement in Language Arts and Math. Classes are once a week for 90 minutes from September to June. Read more...
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 Ontario (7); Online (1)
Does your child love math challenges? Spirit of Math’s summer camps focus on the core topics from our curriculum with an extensive range of fun & exciting summer camps designed to challenge students from grades 2 - 9. Read more...
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 Trinity Bellwoods, Toronto; South Annex, Toronto
A day camp for high-achieving and eager student aged 11 to 18. The UTS affiliation with UofT means that campers are taught by exceptional teachers, teacher candidates, field experts and university instructors. Read more...
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 Vancouver; North Vancouver
Programs provide customized, one-to-one or small group learning support for children and youth with diagnosed or suspected learning differences. Read more...
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 Mississauga; Online
LOGIMIX offers enhanced and regular math, science, physics and chemistry programs all year long. Prepare students for SSAT, SAT tests, Pre-U and University levels. Dedicated help with IB math and science. Read more...
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 Richmond Hill
Join us for PA days, March Break, Summer Camp, & Winer Break for an exciting camp experience for children ages 4-12 years. From indoor playground, outdoor sports, crafts, science, baking, music, splash park, & much more. Read more...
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 Vancouver
During this week-long camp, campers learn techniques in design, draping, sewing, and illustration, work on a real-world fashion project, and receive the opportunity to visit the city's most exclusive showrooms. Read more...
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The art camp for teens who are serious about animation and the arts. If your kid needs to make a portfolio for art or design college this is the camp to sign up for. Our students get accepted into top ranked colleges. Read more...
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 Brampton; Vaughan; Mississauga; Online
With valuable contributions from Industry leaders, Mr. G, a STEM Instructor and former GANZ game developer passes on key techniques used by his production team! Read more...
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Group tutoring programs are offered all across the country. Whether you live in a big city or a small town, you’re sure to find one close by.
In addition to group tutoring programs, there are other ways to provide your child with academic support. A few of the main options are outlined below.
Tutoring and learning centres: offer a variety of programs that make learning engaging and fun.
Individual tutoring programs: provide one-on-one individualized support for a range of subjects.
Education programs: offer rigorous out of school learning in areas such as science, STEM, computer programming, and robotics.
Tutoring programs and classes provide academic support for kids of all ages. This includes students struggling with school work, those who simply want to improve, as well as high-achievers looking for enrichment.
These programs help students with homework, assignments, tests, and all other school work. They also help kids with their study skills, including but not limited to test-taking, note-taking, time-management, communication, concentration, organization, executive functioning, and more.
Tutoring programs offer instruction in a variety of subjects, such as English, math, science, history, and writing. They provide support in these subjects, and often, personalize instruction to the needs of individual students.
Many tutoring and learning centres offer group tutoring. Unlike individual one-on-one tutoring, group tutors work with more than one student at the same time and place. The size of the group will vary with the program, with anywhere between two and ten students.
In group tutoring, session goals are designed for the needs of the group. That said, some individualized instruction is offered.
In the group format, tutors need to be skilled at meeting the needs and expectations of a wide array of students. In addition to providing instruction, they’ll often need to lead and facilitate using various strategies, such as asking questions, initiating discussion, and working through exercises and problems.
While some students are best suited for one-on-one tutoring, group tutoring has a number of distinct benefits. Below, we discuss three of the main ones.
Many students can thrive learning in both small and large tutoring groups. There are, though, some potential advantages of smaller groups. They include (source: Scholars Canada: the benefits of small group tutoring):
Your child’s questions get answered
If your child shows a below average understanding of a subject, a small tutoring group is often preferable. The tutor will be able to answer their questions, and accommodate theirlearning style and pace better than in a large group.
It’s easier to ask for clarification
Some children may be too shy to ask their classroom teacher for clarification on the lessons. In a small group, instructors can assess your child’s learning needs, tailor a lesson plan for them, and encourage them to ask questions in a less intimidating setting.
Accommodating different learning styles
In a small group, it’s easier for the tutor to pinpoint your child’s strengths and weaknesses. By identifying areas that can be improved, the tutor can personalize lesson plans. To a great extent, they can follow your child’s lead regarding how they like to work.
When looking for the right tutoring program, you’ll need to focus on what’s important to you and your child. This may include location, cost, instructional approach, and scheduling, among other things.
We recommend meeting those who run the tutoring program. One great way to accomplish this is through the Our Kids Camp and Program expo, held each winter in Toronto. At our expo, you can speak directly with the directors and instructors of tutoring programs. If you’re interested, you can also speak with the staff of many other types of after-school programs and camps.
For further guidance on choosing the right tutoring program for your child, check out the following Our Kids resources: How to choose a camp, Tutoring program reviews, and Educational programs.
After doing some initial research, you should narrow down a list of group tutoring programs potentially suitable for your child. Having done this, you’ll want to learn more about each of these programs to help you find a good match. Make sure to ask each program some crucial questions:
To learn more about group tutoring, consult the following resources:
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