Choosing the Right Support: Academic Coaching vs. Tutoring
Not sure whether your student needs a tutor or an academic coach? You’re not alone—many families aren’t sure what the difference is. Here’s a quick comparison to help clarify how each approach supports learning:
5/8/20241 min read
Academic Coaching
Focuses on how to learn
Builds executive function skills (organization, time management)
Supports all subjects through learning strategies
Helps students become independent, self-directed learners
Long-term growth and skill-building
Personalized systems and study habits
Tutoring
Focuses on what to learn
Reinforces subject-specific content
Targets one subject at a time
Helps students catch up or keep up in a specific class
Short-term academic improvement
Homework help and test prep