For children struggling with reading, writing or math, our team of experienced tutors and educators works with elementary-age students to provide remediation, grade-level support or acceleration in all content areas. From using manipulatives for fraction problems to creating graphic organizers for expository writing, we provide the content knowledge and support that students need to gain skills and confidence. We can also implement literacy support with a developmental approach to phonics and spelling.
Whether your child needs intensive support to master foundational skills or expert guidance to achieve proficiency, HLS provides outstanding tutoring for your elementary school student.
One-on-one support is the most effective way to improve student learning and performance. Let us help you and your child get on the right track.
Together, we’ll assess your student’s strengths and challenges to develop a personalized plan
We’ll review course materials and communicate with teachers to set your student on the right path
Content-area elementary experts will support your child with personalized attention to meet his or her academic needs
Weekly email updates will provide you with reports on your student’s progress and include next steps
The first step is to register with us. HLS co-founder Emma Hawthorne will review all pertinent educational history—from report cards and progress reports to psychoeducational testing. At the end of this, we’ll create a plan of study and pair your child with a tutor who is a good fit.
For elementary students, we usually meet for one-hour sessions, either once or twice a week. During these sessions, we’ll use school work or supplemental materials to practice the skills your student needs to develop. Whether it’s skip counting, adding mixed numbers, writing narratives or meeting reading goals, one-to-one, individualized support is the best way to improve student performance.
At the end of each session, you’ll receive an update of what your child focused on, what they can do it at home and, if needed, supplemental worksheets and materials. We also work with students over the summer so they keep current or catch up on grade-level skills!
We know it’s stressful when your child is struggling at school or has fallen behind, so we provide the support you and your child need. With flexible scheduling, individualized sessions, and tutors who are committed, professional, and experienced, your work with HLS will be easy to arrange and productive.
Regular communication with your child’s teachers will ensure that our work supports and blends with what’s going on in the classroom. You’ll see your child’s confidence, happiness and self-esteem rise as they start to feel successful! Our tutors know how to work with children so they feel good about themselves and are excited to learn.
Frequency and length of tutoring sessions vary but range between 1-2 times per week for 55 to 85 minutes per session.
Parents drop off children and we’ll greet you at the door.
We strive to pair students with the same tutor; however, schedules sometimes change and so do tutors. Our goal is a consistent match.
We value feedback and know that a good fit is key to successful learning. If it isn’t a good fit, please let us know and we will pair your student with a different tutor.
Tutoring sessions are at our learning center at 2110 Iron Street in Bellingham’s Sunnyland neighborhood. We also offer zoom and online sessions.
All of our time is important—we value your time and ours. We request notice of change of availability or cancellations by Thursday at noon of the week prior. Cancellations and changes made after this will be charged in full. This is to avoid changes that cause work on our end and impact other families as we request time/day changes. If you are late, we will text and call you after 5 minutes. After 15 minutes, the meeting will be closed and there will be a cancellation charge.
Contact Emma today so we can set your child up with the learning supports he or she needs to thrive.
Since founding Hawthorne Learning Solutions in 2012, we’ve helped thousands of students in Bellingham and beyond achieve their goals. We’ve taken our passion for learning and genuine interest in students, to help families thrive. We listen, provide honest feedback, and form a plan of how to best educate your child.
(360) 599-5033 | mattandemma@hawthornelearning.net
2110 Iron Street | Bellingham, WA 98225
