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Writing Tutoring
If your child struggles with writing assignments, our personalized writing program will not only improve their writing skills but will also build confidence communicating in all subject areas. Watch your child be better prepared for schoolwork, standardized tests, college application essays and future jobs!
Sylvan makes learning to write fun
Our tutoring makes writing easier and more fun — never overwhelming! By breaking the writing process into small, manageable pieces, our tutors help students think strategically and become more effective writers.
Through our writing tutoring, your child will discover how to apply the six traits of good writing (including correct writing mechanics and grammar). The skills they learn will go far beyond English class! Your child will learn how to analyze writing prompts on tests and follow a clear writing process — even for science, social studies and math assignments! From short answer to more in-depth questions, your child will learn how to master answering questions for all subject areas more clearly.
Whether your child needs help with handwriting or research skills, we'll tailor our writing program to make sure they succeed in the classroom. We use a mix of traditional "pencil and paper" activities and learning technology so your child can build the digital writing skills they need now and for their future.
K through 12
Writing programs by grade level
We offer writing programs from 2nd through 12th grade to help students improve their writing in elementary, middle and high school.
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Hear it from Sylvan families
What parents are saying
“While it is hard to get our son out the door to go to tutoring at Sylvan he always has a good experience there. His writing has consistently improved. The tutors make the time there fun and engaging.”
“Our daughter really made progress and came out with more confidence which will definitely help her this school year.”
“My daughter and son both love going, my son uses your homework help. And my daughter is in the full program. She began there in May 2026 and was a level 3 in reading and writing. We have done 2 hours a week since then and I am overjoyed by the results. Sylvan has her reading and writing at her grade level by middle of September 2026. The results were fast and I could see improvement almost immediately. I have told many people about sylvan and will continue too”
Get help with writing today!
Give us a call at (888) 338-2283 or fill out the form to discuss your child’s learning goals and schedule our Insight™ Assessment to accurately determine where your child stands academically.