Real Cleveland K-8 Families

K-8 Success Stories from Across Greater Cleveland

From kindergarten through 8th grade, discover how local Cleveland families transformed their children's academic confidence with caring tutors who understand elementary and middle school learning.

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Emma R.

Westlake Elementary • 3rd Grade

Reading Level Up 2 Grades 3 Months Loves Books Now
"Emma was struggling with reading and felt embarrassed in class. Her ThriveEd tutor came to our Westlake home twice a week and made reading fun with games and stories. Now she reads ahead of her class and asks for chapter books! The confidence boost changed everything." — Lisa R., Westlake parent
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Marcus J.

Shaker Heights Middle • 6th Grade

Math Confidence Soared 4 Months C+ to A- Average
"Marcus was really anxious about middle school math. His tutor met us at the Shaker Library and broke down problems in a way that just clicked. He went from avoiding math homework to asking for extra practice problems. Amazing transformation!" — Jennifer J., Shaker Heights parent
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Sofia M.

Lakewood Elementary • 5th Grade

Writing Skills Improved 5 Months Creative Expression
"Sofia could barely write a paragraph without getting frustrated. Her tutor introduced creative writing techniques and helped her find her voice. Now she writes stories for fun and her teachers notice the improvement in all subjects!" — Maria M., Lakewood parent
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Jake T.

Rocky River Middle • 7th Grade

Pre-Algebra Mastery 6 Months Advanced Math Ready
"Jake was worried about keeping up with pre-algebra. His tutor made math concepts clear and built his problem-solving confidence. Now he's excited about taking Algebra 1 in 8th grade and feels prepared for advanced math!" — Tom T., Rocky River parent
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Aiden K.

Cleveland Heights Elementary • 2nd Grade

Phonics Breakthrough 2 Months Reading Confidence
"Aiden was behind in phonics and I was so worried. His ThriveEd tutor used fun games and activities that made learning letters and sounds exciting. Now he sounds out words on his own and loves reading time!" — Sarah K., Cleveland Heights parent
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Luna P.

Beachwood Middle • 8th Grade

Science Fair Winner 8 Months STEM Confidence
"Luna loved science but struggled to organize her thoughts for projects. Her tutor helped her develop research and presentation skills. She won first place at the school science fair and now wants to pursue engineering!" — David P., Beachwood parent

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