You are welcome here

Many people are made to feel embarrassed because they have low literacy. We understand what it feels like. Partners is a one-to-one tutoring program for adults who struggle with reading, writing or math. Partners is a safe, welcoming program where you can improve your literacy skills without fear or shame.

Learner and tutor in session

Who Can Join the Partners Program?

You must be

  • an adult
  • living or working in Surrey or White Rock
  • reading/writing/math skills at grade 8 or less
  • fluent in English (this is not an English language learning program)

Some of our learners did not finish high school. Some of our learners did. We are a great option if you cannot or do not want to go to formal classes.

learner with his tutor

Who Are the Tutors?

Tutors are volunteers who have been screened and trained. Some have a teaching background, and some do not. All our tutors are patient and friendly.

How Does It Work?

1. Call or email us

We will talk to you about whether this program is right for you. If it is not a good fit, we will refer you to other programs.

Call us at 1-778-242-7323

Or email us at hello@readsurreywhiterock.com

2. Intake
When you join our program, we will do an intake with you. We will ask you questions about your learning. We will do an assessment.
3. Then we match you with a volunteer tutor.
We match people who we think will get along. You and the tutor create a learning plan based on your needs and interests.
4. We work on what you want to work on.

We do not have a curriculum. We work on what you want to work on. Some of the things we can help with:

  • spelling
  • grammar
  • sentence & paragraph structure
  • writing process
  • how to read
  • reading comprehension
  • adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing
  • fractions, decimals
  • word problems
  • study skills
  • organization skills
5. Extras

We also have extra workshops and celebrations so you can meet other learners and tutors. They’re casual and fun!

Other Frequently Asked Questions

How Can the Partners Program Help Me?

Our program can help you:

  • increase your confidence
  • be a better reader
  • improve your writing
  • learn math
  • gain literacy skills so you can find a job, get ready for training, or go back to school
  • manage your daily reading/writing/math tasks
  • get certifications or licenses (eg., driver’s knowledge test, FoodSafe)
How Often Do We Meet?
Matched pairs meet once a week for 1 to 2 hours. We work around your schedule. Learners are expected to practice on their own between meetings.
Where Do We Meet?
Tutors and learners meet in a public space, such as a library. During COVID-19, tutoring is done remotely.
How Long is the Program?

You can stay with a tutor until you meet your goal. Some learners stay with us for a few months. Some stay with us for a few years - with breaks of course!

When Can I Join the Partners Program?

We have continuous intakes. You can start working with a tutor as soon as we find a good match for you.

How Much Does It Cost?

Nothing. The Partners program is free.

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