A tutoring resource for families and schools

The Academic Advantage was founded in 2000 Name changed from The Tutors Club in 2005 Services schools and families in California, Florida, Illinois and New York

Schools work closely with the Academic Advantage to provide free tutoring services to qualified students. Students have the option to take individual tutoring sessions or groups sessions. The tutoring programs comply with individual state education requirements.

Subjects available are Math and Language Arts

Children are grouped according to skill level and educational goals Each child takes a pre-assessment and receives an individually tailored program Students are not given additional homework Tutoring sessions are based around current class material

There are less than 10 students per group Tutoring sessions take place at the childrens school Tutoring sessions can take place any time a child isnt in school Students are provided with a snack

Students receive regular progress reports

Government sponsored tutoring sessions are available for grades kindergarten through twelve.

Free of charge to qualifying students Take place in students home or another location, such as a public library

Subjects include Math and Language Arts

Students take a preassessment test One-on-one help Work correlates with classroom material

MATH Arithmetic Pre-Algebra Algebra 1&2 Pre-calculus Trigonometry Calculus (Thru A.P.) Geometry Integrated Math Math Analysis Statistics (Thru A.P.) SCIENCE Chemistry (Thru A.P.) Biology (Thru A.P.) Physics (Thru A.P.) General Science Physical Science Computer Science (Thru

A.P.) Physiology Earth Science Life Science Environmental Science (Thru A.P.) Anatomy

Language (ESL) Latin Japanese Hebrew

LANGUANGE ARTS English (Thru A.P.) Phonics SOCIAL SCIENCES Writing (Thru A.P.) Social Studies Reading Comprehension European History Grammar US History (Thru A.P.) Handwriting World History (Thru A.P.) ESL Art History (Thru A.P.) Reading Punctuation FOREIGN LANGUAGE Vocabulary Spanish (Thru A.P.) Literature (Thru A.P.) French (Thru A.P.) Spelling English as a Second

The Academic Advantage is affiliated with Laurel Springs Distance Education. Laurel Springs is accredited through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Students who participate in this program can take full-credit courses. The distance education program provides a traditional schooling experience with tests, grades and diplomas in a oneon-one setting. The schedule, including start and end dates, are flexible. The tutors work around students schedules and parents can cancel sessions by 7 p.m. the night before an appointment. Since Laurel Springs is fully-accredited, a childs current school will accept credits taken through the program. This works well for students who are interested in taking additional courses or making up a class. At the present time no A.P. courses are offered.

Teachers are from top universities across the country Educators all received high scores on the tests they teach Courses offered in both group and individual settings Courses available through parent-funded and government-funded programs

SAT PSAT ISEE SAT II HSPT GED GRE STANFORD 9

CAHSEE Regents SSAT ERB/CTP 4 CHSPE ACT

"The Academic Advantage has a program that is outstanding. I have yet to come across an after-school educational program that is more effective at equipping children with the tools they need to succeed in their schooling and beyond. It's no wonder The Academic Advantage has risen to become one of the nation's leading tutoring programs."
Former head of the largest two school districts in the nation, New York City and Los Angeles; Chancellor of New York City Department of Education; Superintendent of Los Angeles Unified School District

Ramon C. Cortines

"By offering specialized instruction, The Academic Advantage's highly educated tutors help students gain the tools they need to excel academically and build confidence... Arnold Schwarzenegger
Governor of California (2003-2011

While my friends' children were enrolled in test preparation courses made up of big groups, my kids were taking a one-on-one course in my own home. My son was taking the ISEE course, while my daughter took the SAT course. The sessions were very informative and completely individualized! My kids learned test taking strategies and concepts that were essential to their success. That probably explains why my son got into the private school of his choice, and my daughter's SAT score increased 230 points. Thanks Academic Advantage!
Linda Gross, Pasadena

After consecutive report cards where he received C's, my son lost hope. If it wasn't for his upbeat and experienced tutor who changed his entire perspective on school, he would still be receiving C's instead of A's and B's!
Craig Wernerberg, Encinitas

Parents are guaranteed that their child will improve at least one grade level, for academic courses, over the course of the tutoring sessions.

If parents arent satisfied for any reason they receive the first hour free.
Parents are required to sign a form acknowledging company policies but there are no long-term commitments.