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How Fit Learning Stands Out from Other Tutors

Young girl smiles and raises her hand enthusiastically during a 1:1 tutoring session at Fit Learning, where she has fun and gets more confident as she learns new skills.

Are you considering getting tutoring for your learner? Have you heard about programs such as Brain Balance and wondered if their services would be beneficial? If so, you aren’t alone. Many parents are realizing the benefits of tutoring outside of school as a great way to boost their child’s academic and executive functioning skills. However, there are some significant differences...[ read more ]

The Link Between Learning and Self-Confidence

Two eager students raising their hands in class, representing the improved self-esteem that St. Louis area students get from tutoring at Fit Learning, St. Louis's only precision teaching lab.

Are you concerned that your child isn't confident in their academic abilities? Or that their learning challenges are causing them to lose confidence in themselves? Do you fear that low self-esteem will negatively impact them academically and/or socially? If so, you are not alone. In working with families, we commonly hear from parents that their child isn’t confident in their...[ read more ]

Should I Invest in Tutoring for My Young Learner?

Two boys smile while sitting at a desk, symbolizing how tutoring at Fit Learning builds confidence in young children and fosters a love of learning.

Does it seem to you like everything is more costly these days? If so, you're not alone. With the financial challenges of the past few years (COVID, inflation, general economic uncertainty, etc.), money is tight for many families. Given that, private tutoring for your learner may seem like a "nice to have" that can wait. However there are significant benefits...[ read more ]

Helping Your Learner Retain What They’ve Learned

young girl looks up from her school book, struggling to retain what she's learned and a child who could benefit from 1:1 tutoring at Fit Learning St. Louis

Does your learner struggle with retaining information? Do you find that they initially grasp the concepts and complete the homework, but then can’t recall or apply that information for a test or later in the school year? Does your student often get frustrated or anxious when unable to remember what they’ve already “learned”? If so, you aren’t alone. We hear...[ read more ]

Preparing for Private School Entrance Exams

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Is the plan for your learner to attend a private school? Is your student preparing to take the ISEE, SSAT, or another entrance exam? Are you wondering whether they are truly ready for an admission test?  If so, Fit Learning’s science-based method is an excellent resource for private school exam prep. Not only is Fit's approach effective and fun, but...[ read more ]

Phonics: Not Just For Little Kids

High school student looks confused and overwhelmed while reading a school textbook, something Fit Learning can help with. Because learning how to read (or improve existing reading skills) using phonics works for all ages, not just for young kids.

Do you have an older learner struggling to learn how to read? Or a learner who can read but not smoothly or confidently — or who dreads every second of it? Perhaps you’ve heard about the effectiveness of Science of Reading methods (such as phonics) but figured they were just for young kids just starting to read. You may have...[ read more ]

How Fit Learning Can Support Homeschooling Families

Middle-school girl at a laptop who is struggling with traditional school and is a good candidate for the low-stress homeschool program at Fit Learning St. Louis in Creve Coeur

Is your learner struggling at school? Does it seem like they’ve fallen through the cracks and perhaps could use a more personalized approach to instruction? Are you concerned that their anxiety or stress is preventing them from achieving their potential in school? Have you considered homeschooling as an option? If so, know that you’re not in this alone; Fit Learning...[ read more ]

Helping Learners With Slow Processing Speed

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Are you concerned that your child struggles to learn, or takes much longer than expected to complete basic homework? Do they have difficulty remembering new information? Have you been told they have slow processing speed or a processing disorder? Are these challenges holding them back at school or contributing to low self-esteem?  Fit Learning may be your answer. Key aspects...[ read more ]

Is Your Learner Struggling in School This Year?

Student sitting on a pile of school books, representing how children overcome learning struggles after tutoring at Fit Learning in St. Louis, MO.

Is your learner struggling in school this year? Having difficulty grasping or retaining the material covered in class? Falling behind compared to peers? If so, you may be considering tutoring for your child. It’s critical to note that teaching and learning approaches vary quite a bit. Fit Learning stands out from all the rest. It uses an alternative teaching method that...[ read more ]

Is Your Child Benefitting From Instruction Based on the Science of Reading?

A young child reads a book, having benefitted from 1:1 reading comprehension tutoring at Fit Learning in St. Louis. At Fit, the Science of Reading is the basis of our literacy curriculum.

Do you find yourself wondering whether the Science of Reading works for your learner? Not sure what all it entails? Wondering how phonics fits into the mix? At Fit Learning, we look to the science to ensure our instructional techniques are as effective and efficient as possible. We combine that with a fun and fast-paced approach to engage and motivate...[ read more ]