Our coaches don’t just help kids get through homework — they produce measurable transformations. Students gain an average of 1-2 grade levels in just 50 hours. We track progress with precision, so you’ll see concrete evidence of your child’s growth. For more information about Fit’s unparalleled learning outcomes, check out our Results page.

Skilled at Building Confidence, Not Just Skills

Academic progress matters, but so does how your child feels about learning. Our coaches are specially trained to celebrate personal bests, encourage persistence, and help struggling students rediscover that they can succeed. What’s more, Fit’s fluency-based approach naturally strengthens executive function skills — such as planning, problem-solving, and working memory — that help students succeed not just in academics, but in life. Curious if Fit Learning is right for your child? Schedule a free consultation to discuss your child’s specific needs.

Grounded in Science, Not Guesswork

Many of our learning coaches bring backgrounds in behavioral science and psychology. We regularly host interns from Washington University’s highly regarded Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences. Your child benefits from the latest research in learning science, applied by coaches who offer praise and feedback to keep kids motivated and confident as their skills improve.

Built on 50+ Years of Research

Fit Learning didn’t just appear overnight. Our 1:1 method is built on decades of scientific research. For example, Fit’s reading instruction is rooted in a neuroscientific understanding of the elements of reading.

As you can see here, Fit’s approach isn’t experimental — it’s proven. Provided here is an overview of the published research that has helped shape Fit into the program it is today.

Our Expert Team Brings Rigorous Training and Proven Expertise

Lab Director Janice Smith

As lab director and owner of Fit Learning St. Louis, Janice Smith brings over 20 years of experience in behavioral science and education. After working as an administrator for the Special School District of St. Louis County and providing services across mid-Missouri, she discovered precision teaching — and everything changed.

In Her Words: “My favorite part has always been the teaching part. When I learned about precision teaching and the transformative outcomes possible with Fit Learning, I immediately knew: this is what I’m meant to do. Nine months later, Missouri’s first Fit Learning lab opened in St. Louis.”

Credentials:

• Master’s degree in Behavioral Science, University of Nevada-Reno
• 20+ years in behavior analysis and education
• Former administrator, Special School District of St. Louis County
• Certified in Fit Learning’s precision teaching methodology

Read Janice’s full story here.

Our Learning Coaches

Every Fit Learning coach is thoroughly trained and certified in our curriculum subject areas — reading, math, critical thinking, kindergarten readiness, and more. They must demonstrate mastery of our methods by passing five audits in each curriculum area. Therefter, they undergo quarterly audits to ensure they continue meeting our high standards. And, they are trained in structured literacy, research-based instruction, and the Science of Reading.

Because learning doesn’t follow a script, our coaches are trained to read your child’s needs in real-time and adjust on the fly. Having a tough day? The coach adapts. Suddenly clicking with a concept? The coach accelerates. This responsiveness comes from deep training and genuine investment in your child’s success.

Beyond the credentials and training, here’s what matters most: Fit Learning coaches care. They celebrate personal bests. They make learning fun and engaging. They ensure your child leaves each session feeling capable and confident. Because when kids experience success — real, measurable success — everything changes.

The Fit Learning Difference

Our mission is simple: transform the learning abilities of every child who walks through our doors. We pursue this through nurturing environments, genuine partnership with families, full responsibility for outcomes, joyful learning experiences, and unwavering integrity. When you walk into our Creve Coeur learning lab, you’ll experience these values in action from day one.

You Don’t Have to Take Our Word for It; See What Other Parents Have Said

To learn why families across the St. Louis area have trusted us with their children’s learning, check our Google reviews and results data. Or, better yet, schedule an observation session and see for yourself. Your child deserves expert instruction delivered with genuine care, and at Fit Learning, that’s exactly what they’ll get. Here is what some Fit parents have said.