Callie S. (Student)
Everyone here is so nice. It’s better than regular school, because with one-on-one you get a lot more attention. My grades are good and I find it more challenging than regular school.
Jim Tyre
My daughter and I were very satisfied with the level of instruction provided by the tutor. It says a lot that my daughter was able to turn an “F” into an “A.” I think the combination of one on one instruction and the tutor’s knowledge of the subject matter made all...
Alisa Morkides
My experience with Back to Basics has been wonderful. We contracted with a math and an English tutor for my daughter and both were excellent – kind, supportive, and most important, helped her effectively prepare for the ISEE high school entrance exam. The support...
Chrystynn Bowles
“We reached out to Back to Basics for our son (6) when we thought he could use some extra help. I appreciate how they keep the lines of communication open so everyone stays on the same page. BTB worked with us to find the perfect tutor with a schedule that meets our...
Preparation is key for parent-teacher conference success
Planning ahead for the parent-teacher conference can help you to make the most of the experience.
Part-Time Opportunities for Tutors, Teachers and Educators!
A variety of positions are available for educators in several subjects. All tutors work 1-on-1 with students. Hours are flexible, depending on need. And, tutors work at one of our two Education Centers in either Wilmington or Newark, Nationwide, or travel to a...
Nationwide College Application Month helps time-crunched high school seniors
High schools across Nationwide will provide seniors with time during the school day to apply for college as part of the state’s College Application Month. Nationwide’s College Application Month will take place throughout the state in all district and charter high...
October is National Dyslexia Awareness Month
David Rockefeller, Thomas Edison, Keira Knightly, Albert Einstein, Leonardo da Vinci, Winston Churchill… What do all of these famous names have in common? Dyslexia! Dyslexia is a language-based learning difference. It affects the part of the brain that controls the...
Be the Change! It’s National Bullying Prevention Month
Every day thousands of young people experience bullying from their peers while at school, after school in their neighborhoods, and even when they are at home, through social media and texts. It's time for change. October is National Bullying Prevention Month. It’s a...
How school anxiety impacts teens (and how parents can help)
The school year is well underway. And, with mid-terms looming, that means plenty of frenzied studying, late nights writing endless essays, and double shot Starbucks espressos. If your student is a high school senior applying to college, you can also add college...