At Educational Connections, we’re more than just a tutoring company.

We provide individualized virtual support to students from elementary school through college. We believe that every student, even the most accomplished ones, can use a little help with optimizing their study habits. For that reason, we incorporate skills like staying organized, planning ahead to reduce procrastination, and study techniques into most everything we do. We offer four services: Subject Tutoring, Executive Function Coaching, Test Prep, and College Consulting.

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We meet students where they are. At Educational Connections, we have an outstanding tutoring program proven to fill in your child's learning gaps, keep them on track, improve executive function skills, and make parenthood a lot less stressful.

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Solid test scores can make a big difference in whether students are admitted to the college or private school of their choice, even when tests are optional. Our tutors will help your child earn a higher score on high-stakes standardized tests such as the SAT, ACT, and SSAT.

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Our Executive Function Coaching is a unique, research-based program to help your child master the skills they need to succeed in school and life. In this program, your child will learn how to get organized, manage their time well, study effectively, and stay motivated.

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Our College Consultants will create a custom roadmap to college for your teen. Your student will learn how to position their unique interests, goals, and accomplishments to stand out in the competitive college admissions process.

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What Families Say...

I am very happy a friend recommended Educational Connections. This was money well spent. In retrospect I think SAT prep we have done with another company was a waste of money. Best to invest into Educational Connections colleges applications counsellor. This will make a bigger difference than SAT score in my mind, especially because most schools don't require it. We worked with Kristin Landis and she is great. My daughter applied to 10 colleges in early October and by mid-October she already was already admitted into one of them. I am sure more to come.
Response from the owner: We're so glad to hear that Kristin and our team at Educational Connections have been a great help! It’s awesome to see your daughter already getting acceptances. We're excited to see where she decides to go! Thanks for taking the time to share about your experience with our college consulting program!
My daughter has a math tutor and executive functions coach. She loves both if these tutors and her grades and outlook on school has greatly improved.
Response from the owner: Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that your daughter loves working with her math tutor and EF coach. It’s wonderful to know that our team has made such a positive impact. Supporting students in building skills and confidence is what we’re all about, and we’re so glad we could be a part of her journey. If there’s ever anything else we can do, please don’t hesitate to reach out!
A can honestly recommend educational connections. They have connected my family with multiple tutors that have been a huge influence on my kids academic success
Response from the owner: We are so pleased to read your feedback, Beth! Thank you for taking the time to let us know how helpful your daughter's tutor is to your family.
My son's Executive Function coach/tutor from Educational Connections has been tremendously helpful to my son this year as he begins high school. Dalanda has been very patient, effective and versatile. I would highly recommend Educational Connections.
Response from the owner: Thank you, Charles! We're so glad to hear that Dalanda has been a positive influence on your son's transition to high school. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to continuing to support your family.
Love the personalized care and attention and solid experience.
Response from the owner: Thank you, Tammy! We're so glad you've had a positive experience. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to continuing to support your family.
My son's Executive Function coach is incredible. My son is now working independently, keeping track of due dates, and working ahead. He is more diligent, more conscientious, and more motivated. His grades have improved across the board. No more scrambling and stress at the end of an academic quarter. He requires zero nagging about school work and as a result, our mother/son relationship has improved. It is a transformation and we are SO thankful. Worth every penny!!
Response from the owner: We're overjoyed to hear about the incredible transformation your son has undergone, Colleen! It's truly inspiring to see the positive impact of our coaching. We're so grateful for your kind words and for entrusting us with your son's EF skills development. We look forward to continuing to support him on his academic journey.
My boys have loved working with Educational Connections, especially with Mrs. M for the past year plus. She has really helped my boys focus and learn strategies on how to approach questions. They love sharing their daily activities and progress reports with her.
Response from the owner: Hi Reena,We're so happy to hear that Mrs. M has been a great help to your boys! It’s rewarding to see how much kids can enjoy learning when their tutor is a great match. Thank you for choosing Educational Connections and for taking the time to write this review!
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