K–12 academic English
Close alignment to whatever curriculum the student is in, with visible weekly progress. We annotate readings, build argument skills, and track growth in short writing samples.
Typical work
Reading notes, paragraph structure, short responses
Outcome
Clearer class writing and weekly visible progress
Good for
Curriculum gaps, confidence in class discussion, stronger written responses.
English language learners
Foundations in vocabulary, grammar, and everyday English, alongside confidence in speaking. For new arrivals and multilingual students who already know one or more languages and are building English as the next.
Typical work
Speaking practice, vocabulary systems, sentence control
Outcome
More confidence joining class and writing in English
Good for
Settling into a new school, speaking up in class, writing in a second language.
English for exams
Preparation for SAT, IELTS, TOEFL, CELPIP, TOEIC, the BC Graduation Literacy Assessment, and the Duolingo English Test. We start with a diagnostic, then train with timed practice, error logs, and full-length mocks.
Typical work
Diagnostics, timed sets, error logs, mock exams
Outcome
A study plan tied to a specific score and date
Good for
Students with a specific test and a specific timeline.
University application coaching
Support for building a strong, honest application from shortlist to submission. We map requirements, brainstorm and revise personal statements without ghostwriting, and walk through portal submissions with care.
Typical work
Shortlists, essay planning, revision, portal checks
Outcome
A complete application that still sounds like the student
Good for
Grade 11 and 12 students applying to Canada, the U.S., or abroad.