Transparent fees and thoughtful policies to support your child’s learning
Our fees and policies are designed to be fair, reasonable, and reflective of the personalized, high-quality support we provide. Rooted in a Montessori-aligned, Science of Reading-informed approach, our programs are thoughtfully designed to help children build essential early literacy skills, including phonics, blending, decoding, and reading fluency.
Our commitment to you
We aim to create a calm, supportive environment where children can grow in confidence and independence, and where families feel secure in the investment they are making in their child’s learning journey.
Tutoring options and pricing
We offer flexible options to suit your family's needs! There are great benefits to our small-group pod structure.
Payment is required prior to the first scheduled session.
Sessions are 1 hour in length.
| Session type | Description | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Literacy Assessment and Placement | One-time assessment | $75 CAD | Initial assessment to guide placement and support planning. |
| Subsequent assessment | Follow-up assesssments | $30 CAD | At parent request. Otherwise, bundles of 8 and 12, subsequent assessments are included. |
| Single session | Drop-in session | $45 CAD | Flexible support as needed. |
| 4-Session Literacy Plan | Four tutoring sessions | $170 CAD (saves 10$) | A great starting point for building consistency. |
| 8-Session Literacy Plan | Eight tutoring sessions | $320 CAD (saves $40) | Ideal for steady progress and skill development. |
| 12-Session Literacy Plan | Twelve tutoring sessions | $450 CAD (saves $90) | Best value for long-term support and growth. |
| Inidividual Literacy Support (Limited Availability) | One-to-One tutoring sessions | $55 CAD/session | Available when pod placement is unavailable or when individualized instructions is recommended. |
| Starter Support Package (4 Sessions) | Four individual sessions | $210 CAN (saves $10) | Focused individual support to address specific literacy goals. |
| Growth Support Package (8 Sessions) | Eight individual sessions | $400 CAN (saves $40) | Consistent individualized instruction for steady growth and confidence building. |
| Intensive Support Package (12 sessions | Twelve individual sessions | $570 CAN (save $90) | Comprehensive personalized support for children requiring intensive literacy intervention. |
Why tutoring pods?
At Literacy Pod Tutoring, small-group learning is at the heart of our approach. Carefully matched pods allow children to build confidence, learn alongside peers with similar skill levels, and engage in meaningful discussion while still receiving individualized support from an experienced teacher.
Individual Literacy Support is available when pod placement is unavailable or when one-to-one instruction is recommended. As enrollment grows, priority will be given to placement within a Literacy Pod whenever appropriate.
Refer a friend!
Receive 30 minutes of tutoring credit for each referred family that enrolls and books tutoring sessions (one credit per household).
Credits may be combined or put toward future sessions.
Learning Milestones
Students can earn "milestones" for completing sessions and working towards furthering their literacy growth!
4 completed sessions
Receive 15 minutes of tutoring credit
8 completed sessions
Receive 30 minutes of tutoring credit
12 completed sessions
Receive 1 full session of tutoring credit
Milestones are applied after sessions are completed and may be used toward future bookings.
Payment methods
We accept e-transfer payments at this time. Payment for all sessions, including bundles and packages, are required prior to the first scheduled session. Payments can be made to literacypodtutoring@gmail.com
Important policies
| Policy | Details |
|---|---|
| Late cancellations / no-shows | Please provide at least 24 hours’ notice for any cancellations. Sessions cancelled within 24 hours, or missed without notice, are not eligible for rescheduling or credit. |
| Illness | If your child is unwell, please notify us as soon as possible. We understand that illness happens and offer one rescheduled session per bundle with at least 4 hours’ notice. Additional flexibility may be considered when needed. |
| Bundle sessions | Bundled sessions are designed to support consistency and should be used within 12 weeks of purchase. This timeframe helps ensure steady progress and continuity in learning. |
| Refund policy | Refunds for unused sessions may be requested within 30 days of purchase, minus a 10% administrative fee. Sessions that have already been completed or have expired are not eligible for a refund. |
| Tutor cancellations | In the rare event that a session is cancelled by your tutor, it will be rescheduled at a convenient time or fully credited to your account. |
Ready to nurture a love for reading?
Join Literacy Pod Tutoring and help your child build a strong foundation in reading, supported by experienced educators in a calm, small-group environment.