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Reading for Unique Learners

We help children learn to read in a way that works for them

30+ Google reviews

What we teach is just as important as how we work with your child. Our approach connects the Science of Reading with your child’s unique learning needs and delivers consistent, measurable progress for every child.

We offer 1:1 Orton-Gillingham Based Literacy Tutoring

Our process

Intro call

We learn about your child's needs and suggest the best tutoring approach

We start with a literacy assessment and build out a prescriptive plan of action based on their needs and learning style

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Your child will work with their tutor twice a week, and soon you will start to see measurable results

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Awarded best Tutoring Service by the Toronto Star

Why it works?

Science-based

All our tutors are trained experts in the Orton-Gillingham method, a proven approach that targets visual, auditory, and kinesthetic processing and enables children to learn in a way that best suits them.

Measurable results

We work with each child to set personalized goals, monitor progress, and celebrate achievements using our proven methodology. Results are seen in the classroom and beyond.

Child-centric

Every education plan and tutor is personalized to meet your child's unique needs and learning style. Through one-on-one engagement, we build connections, create enjoyable learning experiences, and deliver exceptional results.

Why is it important?

  • The approach to teaching literacy is shifting

    Schools in the United States and Canada are beginning to realize that their current toolset of “Balanced Literacy” has not been effective in teaching reading skills. The Science of Reading recommends schools shift their approach to direct and explicit instruction in reading and writing - the way Novel Tutoring has helped hundreds of students learn how to read.

  • Most students struggle with reading

    Recent studies and news reports across the United States and Canada show that reading is a challenge for 65% of grade 4 students - and yet it is a fundamental skill required for learning and future success. While some students have a more urgent need for support, all students can benefit from our Structured Literacy methodology.

  • Novel helps to close the reading gap

    Teachers and schools are trying to adapt their approach to meet the needs of struggling readers. However, a lack of resources and limited access to appropriate training is leaving them without a way forward. We are here to support parents and teachers and provide students with the best chances to acquire critical reading and writing skills.

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Is Novel a good fit for your child?

Finding the right tutor isn’t easy and can be stressful. We’re here to simplify the process and begin supporting your child’s learning journey.

What do our families say?

  • "The OG method they use is wonderful for our daughter AND they are a kind, thoughtful, wonderful team of people committed to teaching literacy (and more) in ways that are accessible to folks with learning differences. My interaction with everyone (directors, admin, teachers) is always great. My daughter really ENJOYS her time with her amazing tutor. Love this place."

    Kelly MacCready

  • "Novel Tutoring is a ground breaking and life-changing tutoring company with the best tutors/teachers."

    Sarah A.

  • "A fantastic tutoring program with dedicated and engaging tutors. Our daughter loves her time with her tutor and has improved dramatically in her reading and spelling. Highly recommend!"

    Penny del Moral

  • "I would give 6 stars if I could! My daughter was diagnosed with Dyslexia last year and it was suggested we find a tutor who was trained in OG. I googled, and emailed, and searched for months before finally finding Novel Tutoring. I can’t believe the difference in my daughter's confidence and reading ability!

    Lisa MacSween

  • "I like that we get to spell animal names, and that I got to learn how to spell "puppy"! Tutoring with Novel has helped me to get better at reading and writing, and it makes me feel happy and good!"

    Estelle, Grade 2 Student

  • "Novel has helped me with my writing, grammar, strategies for paying attention in class. I like that that I get to do physical activities and play games, not just paper and pencil. I have learned different sounds in English and how to use them in words. Now I feel more confident."

    Hazel, Grade 3 student

Excited to help your child read freely?

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FAQ

  • We start with a brief (and free of charge) introductory call with you as a parent to understand your situation and suggest the right tutoring approach.

    If you decide to move forward with Novel tutoring, we will match your child with one of our tutors based on their individual needs and learning style.

    • Tutors start by conducting an Orton-Gillingham-based assessment to evaluate your child’s specific literacy levels and remedial needs.

    • Through the assessment, we also learn about your child’s interest and what makes them passionate about learning.

    • We then create a customized plan of action that meets the learning needs of your child.

    • Our tutors work with your child in 1:1 tutoring sessions twice a week to implement the learning plan.

  • Virtual tutoring sessions are available for students anywhere in Canada and the United States.

    Following the Orton-Gillingham Approach, Novel tutors teach your child all the important mechanics of reading, writing and spelling.

    A tutoring session is 30 minutes and takes a student through a structured basic to complex lesson plan. Students are introduced to the learning objectives and multi-sensory strategies are deployed to support effective processing and long-term retention of the concept. Our tutors build active learning components into each lesson and make sure to accommodate the different learning styles of our students.

    Novel has sourced various online tools and resources that align with the Orton-Gillingham approach and help make each lesson fun and interactive.

  • Expect a minimum of two 30-minute tutoring sessions per week. We offer sessions in the morning before school and in the afternoon after school from Monday and Friday.

    Once you have set a schedule with your tutor, you can expect for it to stay consistent over time.

  • The length of your child’s tutoring journey depends on their specific learning stage and needs.

    The Novel Curriculum covers a period of 2+ years, but we support students as long as it’s needed to feel confident in the classroom and beyond.

  • If you can’t make a session, we will need a 24 hours notice for cancellations.

  • We will schedule and invoice your tutoring sessions in advance for the upcoming month, and request payment up front.

    We accept payment via credit card.

  • We do offer in-person tutoring, however availability is geographically limited to families located in the Greater Toronto Area in Canada. Please contact us to inquire if in-person tutoring is available for you.

  • Novel’s focus is on literacy tutoring for students from JK to high-school. We also offer one-to-one Orton-Gillingham based math tutoring for students, using tools and strategies to bring math to life and help students understand how mathematical concepts can fit into both the real world and the classroom. Please schedule a free consultation to learn more about math tutoring at Novel.

  • For students who need an extra boost in their literacy journey, we offer an Intensive Reading Recovery course.

    This intensive course runs for one week and includes a literacy assessment, 25 hours of in-person one-to-one Orton-Gillingham remediation with a Novel tutor, and an additional 9 hours of follow-up time with their tutor. During this “maintenance time”, students will work with their tutor to make sure all learning objectives are solidified.

    At this time, our Intensive Reading Recovery course is only offered to students located in the Greater Toroto Area in Canada.