Homeschool, Kindergarten to Grade 12 · Ages 5-18
Homeschool Reading Program With a Live Tutor
One-to-one reading, literature and writing lessons that follow your homeschool plan, with notes for your records.
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How it works, in short
The TaleemSquare homeschool reading program gives your child live, one-to-one reading and English lessons that follow your homeschool approach. Tutors can teach from your chosen curriculum or reading list, or suggest a sequence, covering phonics, fluency, literature, vocabulary and writing.
You stay in charge of what is taught and receive a summary after each lesson for your records. Daytime slots are available. Plans start at $85 a month.
- Format
- Live, one-to-one, online
- Lesson length
- 45 minutes
- Level
- Ages 5-18
- Price
- From $85 a month
What changes after a term of lessons
A reading plan that works
Your child progresses through a clear sequence matched to their real reading level.
Richer literature study
Discussion and writing about books deepen understanding beyond simply reading them.
Records you can keep
Lesson summaries give you a log of books read, skills covered and progress.
What we cover
Lessons follow your child's own school or homeschool curriculum. These are the areas we work on most at this level.
Your curriculum or reading list
Lessons follow the program or books you choose.
Phonics and early reading
Systematic phonics for younger homeschoolers.
Literature discussion
Talking about books, characters and themes.
Writing about reading
Narrations, summaries, book reports and essays.
Vocabulary and grammar
Taught through the books your child reads.
Lesson records
Notes on books read and skills covered, ready for your portfolio.
Signs your child could use help
- Reading has stalled despite your efforts
- You want an outside view of your child's reading
- Older children need literature and essay teaching
- Reading lessons cause friction at home
- You need records for an annual review
- Your child would benefit from another voice
One of these on its own is normal. Two or three together usually point to a specific gap, and finding it is what the free assessment is for.
Taught to your curriculum, wherever you live
Homeschool curricula and state standards
Homeschool rules vary by state, and we don't give legal advice. Tutors can follow any reading curriculum or align with Common Core ELA if you plan a return to school.
Home education and the National Curriculum
Home-educating families are free to choose their approach. Tutors can follow the National Curriculum, your own plan, or work toward GCSE English as a private candidate.
Level: Home education, any year
Provincial home education
Rules differ by province. Tutors can follow your chosen program or your province's Language curriculum.
Home education in Australian states
Registration rules differ by state. Tutors can follow the Australian Curriculum: English or your program and provide lesson records.
Level: Home education, F-12
Inside a 45-minute homeschool reading lesson
One 45-minute session. Tutors adjust the timings to your child.
6 min
Review
Recap of last lesson's reading or skill.
9 min
Skill
Phonics, vocabulary or a reading strategy.
15 min
Read and discuss
Reading from your chosen book with discussion.
10 min
Respond
Narration, summary or written response.
5 min
Record
Lesson summary sent for your records.
Who teaches your child
Every TaleemSquare reading and English tutor passes the same five checks before their first class. Your child keeps the same tutor each week, and if the fit is not right we switch tutor at no cost. Tutors are based in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Pakistan and India, and all of them teach in English.
Identity and references checked
Every tutor is identity-verified and reference-checked before teaching a student.
Subject test
Tutors pass a subject test before they are matched with a child.
Spoken-English assessment
Lessons are taught in English, so every tutor passes a spoken-English assessment.
Live sample lesson
Tutors teach a live sample lesson before they are hired, to show they can explain clearly.
Open to parents
Classes are one-to-one in a password-protected room. Sit in on any class or ask for a recording.
How the homeschool reading program works
You lead, we teach
You decide the approach and books; the tutor teaches them and keeps you informed.
Real reading level
The assessment finds your child's actual level, which may differ from their age.
Living books welcome
Tutors are happy to teach from real books and literature-based programs.
Daytime flexibility
Lessons can run during the school day, which suits most homeschool schedules.
After each class you get a WhatsApp note: what was read, what clicked, and one thing to practise at home.
Simple monthly plans
$85a month for 2 one-to-one reading and English lessons a week
- Free 45-minute assessment first
- No contract, cancel any month
- No registration fee
- 4-class money-back promise
- Switch tutor at no cost
- WhatsApp update after every class
Starter
2 lessons a week, best for keeping up with school
$85/mo
GrowthMost chosen
3 lessons a week, best for catching up + building confidence
$119/mo
Intensive
4 lessons a week, best for exam prep & fast improvement
$149/mo
Common worries, honest answers
“Will the tutor follow our values and book choices?”
Yes. You choose the books and approach. Tutors teach within your plan.
“We use a literature-based approach, not textbooks.”
That works well. Tutors can teach skills through the books you are reading.
“Can you provide grades?”
You get lesson notes and progress updates you can keep, but we don't issue official grades or transcripts.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best homeschool reading curriculum?
Can a tutor follow my homeschool reading list?
Do you teach phonics to homeschoolers?
How much does the homeschool reading program cost?
Can lessons happen during the day?
Do you also offer homeschool math?
Book a free 45-minute assessment
Your child meets a tutor for a real one-to-one session. You get an honest read on where they are and what would help, even if the answer is that they don't need tutoring right now.
- 1
We reply on WhatsApp
Usually within 10 minutes, to find a time that suits your family.
- 2
Your child meets the tutor
A relaxed 45-minute session to see their level and how they learn.
- 3
You decide
You get a recommendation and a plan. No card details, no pressure.