Begins with the most basic levels of phonics and develops into the most advanced spelling rules and morphological concepts.

Direct teaching of the rules and patterns of decoding and encoding are explicitly taught.

Lessons are built on previously formed information with constant review and reinforcement.

Using a logical and well-planned sequence, students must master each skill before they move on to the next.

Links are consistently made between the visual, auditory, and kinesthetic-tactile pathways.

Concepts are taught in the exact same way with the same routine every time.

A $200 USD deposit is needed to secure a spot in the classroom before course start date, this amount will be applied towards your Week 1 tuition. Then, $200 USD is billed to you weekly for Weeks 2-6 for each term enrollment. $1,200 USD Total for Single Term (30 Classes/Six-week course curriculum) $2400 USD Total for Both Terms (60 Classes/Twelve-week course curriculum) Payments are securely processed weekly through the Reading Refined website.

Grades K-1 TBD ​ Grades 2-3 TERM ONE: Term One begins September 25th and runs Monday through Friday 5:00pm-5:45pm TERM TWO: begins November 7th and runs Monday through Friday 5:00pm-5:45pm ​ Grades 4-5 TBD ​

​One-to-One Classes for monthly plans are paid in advance for the month ahead. Refunds are not given for missed One-to-One class sessions; however, you can schedule up to 3 make-up One-to-One sessions within the one-month period. Make-up sessions for One-to-One sessions do not roll over to the following months. ​ Group classes are not eligible for make-up sessions, as the class times are fixed. Refunds are not given for missed class sessions. ​ If for any reason you must discontinue services, you will need to contact us in writing. You cannot cancel services retroactively for missed sessions. You are welcome to keep the Reading Kit provided to your child, but they will lose access to the online practice portals upon cancellation.

The small group online courses are separated by grade. Select the small group that corresponds to your child's grade. Only those who have completed Term 1, or are current Reading Refined students should sign up for for Term 2 classes. Your child's readiness to move on to a Term 2 class will be assessed at the end of Term 1.

Visit our services page and select "enroll". We look forward to working with you and your child!

Live class packages include pre and post-assessments that will be written up and delivered to parents. Live class packages include one pre, and one post-treatment meeting with parents, as well as unlimited emails. Reading Refined's assessments are non-diagnostic, and do not serve as a diagnosis of dyslexia or learning disability. We are happy to furnish neuropsychologist recommendations upon request.

Not at all. I work with any student who has reading difficulties, from mild to severe. A diagnosis is not necessary, as reading difficulties can be the result of many other factors.

Structured literacy is a science-based approach originally developed by Dr. Orton and researcher Anna Gillingham to teach reading. The last four decades of scientific brain research into how children learn to read confirm that teaching the foundations of reading in a very direct and systematic way is the best way for children to learn, especially those children who have reading difficulties. The structured literacy approach teaches students the foundational skills they need to quickly and accurately decode (sound out) words which lead to more fluent reading and improved comprehension. Regular tutoring, on the other hand, is typically based on the curriculum the school is using, and involves homework help and practicing more basic skills.

Yes! In fact, online lessons are better than in-person lessons for a variety of reasons. To read more about how online lessons are preferable to in-person lessons, read this blog post!

One of the keys to a successful reading intervention program is frequency! Seeing a specialist once a week does not provide that pace and frequency that is so important to making progress. We provide opportunities for practice between sessions to reinforce concepts, but it is important that your child work one on one with a specialist multiple times per week in order for them to learn and remember new concepts.

With structured literacy intervention, you can expect your child to make progress in the areas of phonemic awareness (the ability to distinguish and identify sounds in words), decoding (the connection between speech sounds and print letters when reading), encoding (spelling), and speed and accuracy when reading. How much progress your child will make will depend on your child's specific needs, the frequency, and duration of instruction you choose, and adherence to the program.

When your child's teacher recommends an Orton-Gillingham teacher, they mean a person who has been trained and certified in the method of reading instruction developed by Dr. Orton and scientist Anna Gillingham in the early 1900s. There is sometimes a misconception that "Orton-Gillingham" is an official title or separate certification, however, it simply refers to the teaching approach also known as "structured literacy". Any person certified in structured literacy instruction by an accredited institution such as the International Dyslexia Association (IDA), Institute for Multi-Sensory Education (IMSE), or the Academy of Orton Gillingham Practitioners (AOGP), are Orton-Gillingham teachers. Teachers who are trained in the Wilson program or Barton program are qualified to teach structured literacy, but are not considered dyslexia specialists without the additional training from one of the above accredited institutions.

Professional certification as a Structured Literacy Dyslexia Specialist (C-SLDS) is recognized within the teaching profession as a demonstration of the specialized knowledge required to treat people with dyslexia. Dyslexia specialists must also have one or more degrees in education, and, if they work within the school system, a teaching license.

We ask that you cancel sessions at least 24 hours in advance to avoid being charged for the session. The session rate applies to late cancelations and missed sessions. If you must cancel with less than 24 hours notice we will make every effort to schedule a make-up, but if none are available, you will still be charged for the session. Of, course, we understand that emergencies and illnesses happen, especially with kids, so we make an effort to be flexible when the inevitable occurs!

You will need a strong internet connection and a computer (iPads are not recommended). That's it! Any additional materials will be part of your Reading Kit that will be sent to you after you sign up.