Outschool review

Outschool started as a marketplace for small live classes and now has a large tutoring section, which makes it useful for parents of younger children. You search by subject and learner age, and listings show the teacher's rating, credentials and price per session, with reading, phonics, writing and math among the most popular subjects. Many teachers say they work with children with dyslexia, ADHD or autism, and Outschool highlights teachers experienced with neurodivergent learners. There are no contracts or sales calls, you pay per session, and the same account gives access to small group classes with a 4:1 average class size, clubs and enrichment. Outschool says 1.5 million families use it. Because each teacher sets a price, the cost of a session ranges widely, and qualifications differ from listing to listing, so read profiles closely. For SAT or ACT prep, specialist services are a better fit.

Who it is for

Parents of younger kids, especially readers who need patient help, and families who also want enrichment classes.

Price

See vendor pricing (USD check pending); each teacher sets a per-session price.

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Key features

• 1-on-1 tutoring in reading, writing, math, languages and more
• Small live classes with a 4:1 average class size
• Filters by learner age and subject, from phonics to essay writing
• Teachers experienced with ADHD, autism and dyslexia
• No contracts or sales calls

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Strong choice of reading and phonics tutors for young children
• Strength: Pay per session with no contract
• Strength: Also covers clubs, enrichment and full courses
• Weakness: Prices vary widely by teacher
• Weakness: Teacher qualifications vary, so check each profile
• Weakness: Less suited to high school test prep than specialist services

Key facts

• Families: 1.5M+, per Outschool
• Average class size: 4:1
• Formats: 1-on-1 tutoring, live classes, clubs
• Commitment: No contracts or sales calls
• Pricing: Set by each teacher per session

Where it ranks

Outschool is No. 8 in our Best Online Tutoring Services verdict.