Everyone reads aloud
In a group of 2 to 8, every child reads, answers and discusses in every class.
English & reading
Online English and reading classes for kids, K–12
Wren School runs live online English classes for kindergarten to grade 12 in groups of 2, 4 or 8. Classes meet twice a week for 50 minutes with a background-checked tutor in the US or Canada. Children move from phonics and early reading to comprehension, essays and analytical writing. Plans start at $399 a month, and the first class is free.
Your first class is free. No payment details needed.
- Live, never pre-recorded
- Groups of 2, 4 or 8
- US and Canada-based tutors
- Background-checked
- Free first class
Choose your child’s grade
Each band has its own page with topics, a typical week and answers to common questions.
Grades K–2
English classes for grades K–2
Phonics, Sound play, High-frequency words.
See grades K–2 → Grades 3–5English classes for grades 3–5
Comprehension, Vocabulary, Paragraph writing.
See grades 3–5 → Grades 6–8English classes for grades 6–8
Essay structure, Using evidence, Literary analysis.
See grades 6–8 → Grades 9–12English classes for grades 9–12
Analytical writing, Argumentative writing, Close reading.
See grades 9–12 →How we teach English
Talk before writing
Children say their ideas out loud and get feedback before they write them down.
Feedback in the moment
Tutors comment on writing during class, so children revise while the idea is fresh.
Choose a group size
Every class is live and small. Pick how much individual time your child needs.
Group of 2
Near one-on-one attention with a study partner. Best for closing gaps or moving fast.
From $949 / month · about $119 a class
CAD $1,299 / month
Group of 4
Plenty of individual time plus real discussion. Our most balanced option.
From $649 / month · about $81 a class
CAD $899 / month
Group of 8
Small, never crowded. Every child still speaks up, with more ideas in the room.
From $399 / month · about $50 a class
CAD $549 / month
Prices are per child per month for 8 live 50-minute classes (two a week). See full pricing.
Questions about online English classes
What do your online English classes cover?
Phonics and early reading in K–2, comprehension and paragraph writing in 3–5, essays and literary analysis in 6–8, and analytical writing, close reading and research in 9–12.
Are these classes for English language learners?
Our English classes are reading and writing classes for children who already speak English. Children learning English as an additional language may join if they can follow a class taught in English; the trial helps us check.
Is a group class good for a struggling reader?
A small group can work well because each child reads aloud often and gets immediate feedback. A group of 2 gives the most individual time. If you suspect a learning difference such as dyslexia, talk to your child’s school or doctor about an assessment as well.
How much do online English classes cost?
From $399 per child per month for a group of 8, $649 for a group of 4 and $949 for a group of 2, each with 8 live 50-minute classes a month (CAD $549, $899 and $1,299). The first class is free.
Who teaches the classes?
Tutors who live in the US or Canada and pass a background check before they teach. Every class is live; nothing is pre-recorded.
Meet your child’s group, free
Book a free trial class. We’ll place your child by grade and level, and you can see how a small live class feels before you commit.
Your first class is free. No payment details needed.