Founded by Lara Stein, M.ED, M.S., Columbia University, Teachers College Graduate
A nurturing, individualized learning experience to strengthen and enrich critical skills through engaging lessons that accommodate your child's learning style.
Diagnostic
We begin with a thorough assessment in requested subject areas to create individualized lessons to propel your child to meet his or her full academic potential.
Effective
As we scaffold new concepts toward independence, our mission is to build the foundation for students to process and apply new learning. Tutors consistently monitor progress to guide their lessons. Your child will thrive both academically and personally under the tutelage of these expert teachers.
Engaging
Students will be matched with a tutor based on expertise and personality. Developing a positive teacher-student relationship is critical for success. Lessons are customized to engage learners in fun, rigorous sessions.
Writing: Handwriting, Grammar, Spelling, Structure, Content
Elementary & Middle School Math
Reading: Phonics, Comprehension, Interpretation, Analysis
Every child can benefit from one-on-one, individualized support from experienced educators to supplement classroom instruction. Whether your child is in need of remediation or enrichment, our specialized tutors understand that building knowledge and confidence are the keys to success.
The Orton Gillingham Approach
Foreign Language: French & Spanish
Early Literacy: Letter-Sound Relationships, Phonological Awareness, Letter Formation
Science
Homework Help
Subject Tutoring
Hunter College High School
Entrance Exam (HCHS)
School and College Ability Test
for Johns Hopkins (SCAT)
Applying to schools can be stressful and demanding for both parents and children. We help families navigate every aspect of the process from test prep, application review and interview practice. Scores of our students have been accepted to the top NYC private schools with the aid of our expert test preparation for the Testing and Engagement (T & E), First Looks Insights (FLI), and ISEE among other assessments.
Thinking and Engagement (T&E)
First Look Insights (FLI)
ISEE
NYS Math Exam
NYS ELA Exam
Interview Practice
Application Review
Essay Guidance
Brearley School Collegiate School Columbia Grammar and Preparatory School Ethical Culture Fieldston School Hewitt School Horace Mann School Marymount School of New York Nightingale Bamford School Riverdale Country School Rye Country Day School St. Bernard's School St. David 's School St. Luke's School Town School Trevor Day School Trinity School
School Acceptances
Admissions & Test Prep for NYC Private Schools and Specialized Public Schools
PLEASED Learning offers a variety of specialized services including speech-language pathology, executive functioning skills, instruction utilizing the Orton Gillingham Approach, support with the IEP process, and guidance from our special education advocate.
Specialty Services
As a literacy specialist and educator for more than fifteen years, Lara Stein offers consulting services to schools and parents to impart her academic expertise. She provides both professional development for educators and speaks at parent education events.