Indianapolis Tutors and Tutoring Programs
Although tutoring is important, many parents don't get it for their children because they are unaware of the options available. If you've been struggling to find tutoring programs, keep reading to learn about some services offered in Indianapolis.
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Tutoring in Indianapolis
Supplemental Educational Services Tutoring
When looking into tutoring options, the first place you'll want to check is with your children's school becuase supplemental educational services (SES) may be offered. The SES program is a tutoring-based service that gives extra help to students in science, math and language arts, and provides the service for free. To qualify, students must attend a Title 1 school that has not achieved academic success over several years. A majority of the time, the tutoring sessions take place on campus. However, you may be able to select an SES-approved tutoring program to receive private one-on-one help for your child at home.
Good Friends Tutoring Program
The Good Friends tutoring program is a community outreach initiative sponsored by Indiana University. Founded in 1992, the program pairs volunteers with students of all ages to serve as mentors and tutors. The volunteers commit to meeting with the child they're assigned to for at least one hour every week. The students in the program receive homework help as well as tutoring in core subjects, like math and reading.
Brightwood Community Center
For a free after-school option, the Brightwood Community Center offers a kid's club on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. From 4:00pm to 7:00pm, students receive homework and tutoring help. In addition, students also get dinner and participate in recreational activities.
M.G. Dad's Club Youth Football League
More than just an athletic football league, the M.G Dad's Club also offers tutoring at Butler University's Irwin Library. The program is also sponsored by Martin University. The tutoring sessions are held on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:00pm to 7:30pm.
OASIS Intergenerational Tutoring
OASIS Intergenerational Tutoring is a tutoring service that focuses on reading and improving students' test scores. Primarily working with students in grades K-4, older volunteers work with individual students on a weekly basis at no charge to the students or school districts. Each volunteer in the program receives specialized training and works with students using a curriculum specifically designed to help struggling elementary-aged readers.
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Huntington Learning
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- What Huntington Learning offers:
- Online and in-center tutoring
- One on one tutoring
- Every Huntington tutor is certified and trained extensively on the most effective teaching methods
K12
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- What K12 offers:
- Online tutoring
- Has a strong and effective partnership with public and private schools
- AdvancED-accredited corporation meeting the highest standards of educational management
Kaplan Kids
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- What Kaplan Kids offers:
- Online tutoring
- Customized learning plans
- Real-Time Progress Reports track your child's progress
Kumon
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- What Kumon offers:
- In-center tutoring
- Individualized programs for your child
- Helps your child develop the skills and study habits needed to improve their academic performance
Sylvan Learning
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- What Sylvan Learning offers:
- Online and in-center tutoring
- Sylvan tutors are certified teachers who provide personalized instruction
- Regular assessment and progress reports
Tutor Doctor
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- What Tutor Doctor offers:
- In-Home tutoring
- One on one attention by the tutor
- Develops personlized programs by working with your child's existing homework
TutorVista
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- What TutorVista offers:
- Online tutoring
- Student works one-on-one with a professional tutor
- Using the virtual whiteboard workspace to share problems, solutions and explanations