The Best Tutoring in Kansas City

We start with a free consultation to learn your child’s goals and what they are studying in their specific school and district. We serve families across Kansas City Public Schools, North Kansas City, Independence, Raytown, Lee’s Summit, Blue Springs, Park Hill, Liberty, Grandview, Belton, Platte County, Smithville, and more. Tutors review classroom materials, timelines, and state standards, then build a plan that matches what teachers expect. Reading scores have declined statewide in recent years, while math has held steady, so we adjust focus by subject and grade to meet real needs in Missouri classrooms. We also coordinate with teachers when families request it.

We help students of all ages, from elementary school to adult learners. Core subjects include: – Math, reading, writing, science, and study skills – Honors and AP classes – College and career coursework. Test preparation includes: – ACT, SAT, PSAT, and AP Exams – State assessments – Placement tests and classroom exams. Sessions focus on content mastery and test-taking strategies, including time management, active reading, and error analysis. If needed, we build executive function skills with our X-Skills program so students can plan, organize, and follow through.

Yes. We offer one-to-one tutoring in your home or online. A typical session includes a quick check-in on goals, direct instruction on the current concept, guided practice, and a short review with next steps. Online sessions are recorded so students can rewatch before quizzes and tests. Families receive a brief session report that lists what was covered, wins from the day, and the plan for next time. Most students meet one to two times per week, but frequency depends on goals and schedules.

We use a four-step process. Assess, we learn your child’s strengths, challenges, and goals. Match, we pair your student with a tutor who fits their subject needs, personality, and learning style. Tutor, the tutor builds skills and confidence with a customized plan. Support, we share updates after each session and adjust the plan as needed. Our Tutor Fit Guarantee means we will make a change if the match is not the right fit. When appropriate, we can also use a cognitive assessment to better understand how your child learns.

Yes. We work with many students who learn differently. Tutors adapt pace, materials, and strategies to fit the student. We align with IEP or 504 goals that families share. Our X-Skills program helps with organization, planning, prioritizing, and time management, which often reduces school stress. We keep communication simple and supportive so students feel safe and encouraged during each session.

You receive a short session report after every meeting that outlines what was covered, skills practiced, and next steps. We set measurable goals, such as quiz scores, reading benchmarks, or assignment completion. We check in regularly to adjust the plan. Families tell us this clarity makes the process easier. One local parent shared, ‘Our daughter went from a D to a B in math within a quarter,’ which came from consistent sessions and clear goals.

Common signs include unfinished homework, slipping grades, test anxiety, and low confidence. Reading struggles are especially important to address, since literacy scores have declined in Missouri. If your student seems frustrated with new math topics, avoids reading, or spends too long on simple assignments, a tutor can help. We recommend a free consultation to identify gaps, set priorities, and build a plan that fits your family’s schedule.

Getting started is simple. Schedule a free consultation, we listen and learn about your goals. Personalized match, we recommend a tutor who fits your student’s needs. First session, we set goals and begin targeted instruction. Ongoing support, you receive session reports and we adjust as needed. We serve the KC metro, including Kansas City proper Downtown, Midtown, South KC, North KC, Independence, Liberty, Gladstone, Lee’s Summit, Blue Springs, North Kansas City, Raytown, Grandview, Belton, Platte City, and Smithville. We work with students in Kansas City Public Schools and surrounding districts. Ready to begin, contact Tutor Doctor Saint Peters to book your consultation.