For students in Grades 6–12, English and Language Arts can become increasingly complex. Students are expected to move beyond understanding what they read and begin analyzing, interpreting, evaluating, and communicating sophisticated ideas.
Elevate provides individualized English instruction across a range of curricula, including IB, GCSE, A-Level, and American programs.
Support can include:
Reading comprehension
Literary analysis
Analytical writing
Argumentative writing
Research writing
Essay structure
Grammar and vocabulary
Revision and editing
Exam preparation
Developing a stronger academic voice
Rather than simply correcting a student's work, Elevate focuses on helping students understand how to become better readers, writers, and communicators.
English Language Arts Tutoring
Sometimes the biggest challenge isn't understanding the material it's knowing how to manage the work.
Students may struggle with organization, planning, time management, task initiation, prioritization, studying effectively, or keeping track of multiple academic responsibilities.
Elevate provides practical coaching to help students develop these essential skills.
Together, we work on:
Organization and planning
Time management
Task initiation and completion
Prioritizing responsibilities
Study strategies
Managing larger assignments and projects
Creating sustainable academic routines
Building independence and self-advocacy
The goal isn't to organize a student's life for them.The goal is to teach students how to organize themselves.
Executive Functioning Support
For Dutch families looking to provide their children with an enriched English experience, Elevate offers advanced instruction designed to extend students beyond the expectations of the standard Dutch curriculum.
Students can develop:
Advanced reading skills
Academic vocabulary
Sophisticated writing
Conversation and communication
Critical thinking
Academic English
Confidence using English in challenging environments
This pillar is particularly valuable for students who may already have strong English skills but want to develop the level of language, confidence, and communication ability needed for international education and future academic opportunities.
The goal is not simply to learn English. It's to learn how to use English with confidence, precision, and purpose.
Elevated English Learning for Dutch Families
Applying to university, particularly in the United States, can feel overwhelming. Students and families are navigating university research, application requirements, essays, activities, deadlines, interviews, and countless decisions.
Elevate provides personalized guidance throughout the process, helping students approach applications strategically while maintaining their authentic voice.
Support can include:
University research and planning
Application strategy
Personal statement development
Supplemental essay coaching
Finding and developing a student's authentic voice
Essay structure and revision
Activities and experiences
Interview preparation
Application organization and planning
Elevate does not write applications for students.
Instead, students receive coaching that helps them identify their own stories, communicate their experiences effectively, and produce thoughtful, authentic work they can be proud of.
College Preparation and Application Essays
Single Session
A single session is a focused, individualized opportunity to address your student’s most immediate academic needs. We’ll begin by identifying what they’re working on, where they’re getting stuck, and what they need to feel more confident. These sessions are need based and directly to the point of the academic struggle rather than building on the learning of the student. These sessions are ideal for extra help and support with studying for exams, planning and writing essays, or working through a specific challenging academic assignment.
Our Bundles
4 Sessions per Month
The consistency students need to make lasting progress. Meeting once a week gives students the opportunity to build skills over time rather than simply getting help when they’re stuck. Each session builds on the last, allowing us to identify patterns, reinforce new skills, track progress, and adjust instruction as your student grows. A weekly rhythm also creates accountability and gives students a reliable space to ask questions, work through challenges, and build confidence. For many students, this is the ideal balance of individualized support and independence.
6 Sessions per Month
For students who benefit from more consistent, hands-on support. Six sessions per month provide the time and flexibility to work on multiple academic goals while maintaining steady momentum. In addition to addressing immediate assignments and upcoming assessments, we can dedicate time to strengthening underlying skills such as writing, reading comprehension, academic English, organization, and study strategies. More frequent sessions allow us to catch challenges early, provide ongoing feedback, and make meaningful adjustments as your student progresses.