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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 ]

Kindergarten Readiness Tutoring: Is My Child Ready?

Several young children sitting around a table smiling and raising their hands, representing the Lil Fits school readiness curriculum available at Fit Learning

Are you concerned that your young learner may not be ready for school? Wondering if you should hold your child back from kindergarten? Have you heard about Fit Learning’s Lil Fits curriculum and unsure if your child is at the right age for enrollment? Curious about what types of skills are needed before signing up for pre-K coaching? (In other...[ read more ]

Executive Function Skills in Children: Why They Matter and How to Improve Them

girl looks interested and engaged while getting tutoring help at Fit Learning, where our method strengthens critical thinking skills

Have you noticed that your learner seems particularly disorganized? … rarely plans ahead and has a hard time staying on track? … has trouble getting started with (and completing) tasks or assignments … struggles with managing impulses or emotions … has difficulty recalling what was covered in class … often misplaces or loses assignments or schoolwork? Defining Executive Functioning If...[ 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 ]

Is Kindergarten Too Early to Start Tutoring?

A 5-year-old girl who worked with a Fit Learning tutor to improve her academics. Our kindergarten tutors help young learners at our Creve Coeur tutoring office improve their writing, reading, basic math and overall core learning skills.

You’ve heard about parents getting tutoring to help young children through school. But how young is too young? Is kindergarten too early to start tutoring? It’s a great question, and the short answer is “no.” In fact, kindergarten tutoring helps establish a firm foundation for later grades. The benefit of kindergarten tutoring isn't only in academics. Rather, providing that extra...[ read more ]

Helping Learners With Slow Processing Speed

Child leaning over looking at a computer representing a student with slow processing speed from Illinois participating in Fit Math instead of tutoring to help them catch up in school

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 ]

Fit Learning St. Louis is an Alternative to Private School

Boy wearing glasses and looking up from a blue book. He's all ready for private school after receiving fun and personalized tutoring at Fit Learning in Creve Coeur, MO.

Are your child’s unique learning needs not being met in their current school? Are you considering a move to an expensive private school, hoping to see better results? Worried that a change of school placement will disrupt your child's friendships? Not ready to spring for St. Louis’s Most Expensive Private School? Looking for a program with proven success for learners...[ read more ]

How to Find the Best ADHD Tutoring Program for Your Child

Close-up of thoughtful schoolboy leaning on desk and looking away in classroom of elementary school; he could benefit from ADHD instruction at Fit Learning.

My child is bright, but his inattention in the classroom is holding him back. I’ve tried traditional tutors, but they haven’t been the right match for my child’s unique learning needs. I need a private tutor that is going to motivate my child and teach her that learning can be fun again. My student has been diagnosed with ADHD and...[ read more ]