Private English Tutoring for Los Altos Students
Precision writing instruction, analytical reading, and AP English mastery. We help Los Altos students develop the clarity and rigor their English coursework demands.
English Skills We Teach in Los Altos
For families who value precision and want their student's writing to match their intellect. Every plan is built around what the student actually needs, aligned with Los Altos coursework.
Essay Writing & Composition Where Most Families Start
Thesis development, paragraph structure, evidence integration, and revision. Los Altos students face rigorous writing expectations across every subject. We teach them to organize complex ideas and write with the clarity and precision that high-level coursework rewards.
Reading Comprehension & Analysis
Active reading strategies, close analysis, inference, and vocabulary in context. We build the habits that turn passive readers into careful, confident ones who engage deeply with complex texts and draw out nuanced meaning.
AP Language & Composition
Rhetorical analysis, argument essays, synthesis writing, and exam strategy. Los Altos students often enter AP Lang with strong reading skills but find analytical writing a different challenge entirely. We close that gap with focused, targeted practice.
AP Literature & Composition
Poetry analysis, prose fiction, literary argumentation, and the open-ended essay. Deep engagement with texts that builds the interpretive skill Los Altos students need to earn top scores and thrive in college-level humanities.
Grammar & Mechanics
Sentence structure, punctuation, usage, and style. The foundational skills that elevate every piece of writing. Even high-achieving Los Altos students often have subtle grammar habits that keep their essays from reaching their full potential.
Creative Writing & Voice Development
Narrative voice, storytelling, journaling, and personal essays. For Los Altos students who want to develop a distinctive writing voice, whether for college applications, creative projects, or simply the satisfaction of writing well.
Aidan has been an incredible tutor for my son, providing support in math, science, ELA, and even interview preparation. He is highly professional, reliable, and has a remarkable ability to connect with my son, making each session engaging and productive.
Common Questions from Los Altos Families
Do you tutor in-home in Los Altos?
Yes. We tutor in-home throughout Los Altos and Los Altos Hills. We also offer online and hybrid sessions for families who want scheduling flexibility.
Can you help with AP English courses?
Yes. We tutor both AP Language and AP Literature. Los Altos students often have high expectations for themselves in these courses, and we help them develop the analytical writing and close reading skills that earn top scores.
My student is a strong reader but struggles with writing. Can you help?
This is one of the most common patterns we see in Los Altos. A student who reads voraciously and understands the material deeply, but whose written work doesn't reflect what they know. We focus on translating strong thinking into clear, well-structured writing through targeted practice and revision.
My student already gets good grades. Is tutoring still worthwhile?
Absolutely. Many Los Altos families come to us not because their student is struggling, but because they want writing that is truly polished and precise. There is a meaningful difference between a B+ essay and one that demonstrates genuine mastery. We help students close that gap.
What does English tutoring cost?
Engagements typically start at $100/hour. We discuss fit, goals, and a realistic plan during the free consultation before making any recommendations. No packages, no pressure.
Strong students deserve writing that matches their thinking
A 20-minute conversation about where your student's English skills actually stand, what could be sharper, and what a focused plan forward looks like. No package pitch. Just a straight answer.