• Step-by-step instruction

  • Individual teacher feedback

  • Learn and practise the writing process:

    Planning, using an outline, drafting and editing

  • Up to 3 students in a pod designed for

    • higher engagement

    • audience awareness and peer perspectives

    • building critique skills

Build Essay-Writing Skills for High School and beyond

A writing pod for Grade 8 or Grade 9 students who need help turning their ideas into clear, organized essays.

Want your child to build a strong foundation in written expression?

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Designed and delivered by Academic Support Specialist and Founder

  • 11+ year empathetic, patient skilled educator

  • Expert teacher, focused on demonstrable progress

  • Highly structured Course outline, lesson plans and resource bundles

Noella Oliver
B.Sc, B.Ed, OG Certified

Cabbagetown, Toronto

After School and on Weekends
One 60-minute lesson weekly
16 lessons @ $1200 (4 monthly payments of $300)

Details

What your child will learn

  • Get started: Break down questions and plan ideas.

  • Make a clear argument: Write focused introductions and thesis statements.

  • Support ideas: Build paragraphs with evidence and explanations.

  • Make writing flow: Connect ideas with transitions.

  • Research wisely: Ask focused questions and check AI results.

  • Credit sources: Use citations correctly.

  • Finish strong: Write clear, purposeful conclusions.

  • Improve their work: Revise and edit with feedback and checklists.

  • See their progress: Use rubrics to reflect and set goals.

  • Planning Templates

  • Writing Guides (5 paragraph essay outline, transition lists and more!)

  • Checklists

  • Sample Rubrics

Student Resources

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What Parents have to say…

  • “My child has thoroughly enjoyed working with Noella, and we’ve seen incredible progress over the last year. The strong bond she formed with her tutor made all the difference to her enthusiasm and her interest in succeeding. The support and encouragement have been invaluable.”

    Parent of Grade 7 Student, Greenwood College School, Toronto ON

  • “These one-on-one sessions have been so valuable. My daughter was able to ask questions freely and get the clarification she needed, which really built her understanding. She tends to get lost in a large classroom because she’s quiet, but tutoring gave her the space to open up and feel supported.”

    Parent of Grade 8 Student, TDSB, Toronto ON

  • “It’s been wonderful to see how my son’s writing has progressed over time. With steady support, he continues to improve in his language courses and is reaching his full potential. We’re very grateful for the consistent encouragement and guidance.”

    Parent of Grade 6 Student, The Country Day school, King City ON

  • “My daughter really enjoyed working with her tutor and gained confidence and valuable skills along the way. The warmth and guidance provided made a lasting impact, and we are so appreciative of all the support over these past few years.”

    Parent of Grade 8 Student, TDSB, Toronto ON

  • “My daughter is really enjoying her lessons and feels reassured that she’ll be ready for high school. The ongoing encouragement and clear explanations have made such a difference.”

    Parent of Grade 8 Student, TDSB, Toronto ON

  • “My child often talks about the strategies being used in her lessons and how much they’ve helped her thinking. Her confidence in math has grown beautifully, and she now approaches problems with much more self-assurance.”

    Parent of Grade 5 Student, BSS, Toronto ON

  • “My son has gained so much confidence as a writer during his time in tutoring. He looks forward to lessons, and at school he’s now able to start writing tasks independently. Even when the work takes time, he feels proud of his accomplishments.”

    Parent of Grade 6 Student, TDSB, Toronto ON

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Tour Our Learning Studio

  • Entrance to TLC Education Studio

    Welcome to the Learning Studio

  • Waiting area with two chairs near the entrance

    Our waiting area with WiFi

  • A book shelf with many titles for students in grade 3-10

    Our budding library - new books added weekly

  • Room with beige walls, dark carpet, fireplace, small children’s play area with a colorful rug, ball, and basketball hoop, and a white round table with books and a ruler.

    Class room with WiFi

  • Class room with a colorful geometric rug, two red stools, a wicker ottoman, a blue exercise ball near a fireplace, and a small basketball hoop in the corner.

    A cozy place to relax, read or calm down.

  • A small round white table with two red chairs, books, a notepad, a pencil, a ruler, and a box on it, next to a window with a view of trees.

    Different seating options for learning

  • A blank whiteboard

    Whiteboard to display posters or start brainstorming

  • Indoor corner with a small portable basketball hoop, four mini basketballs, and a blue exercise ball

    Dedicated space for movement breaks

  • Collection of colorful children's fidgets including balls, animal-shaped figures, plastic snakes, stacking rings, and various textured manipulatives stored in black trays.

    Fidgets to support focus

  • Organized bookshelf with board games, toy dice, and craft supplies on white shelves and clear bins.

    Turn taking games and stationery