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School Readiness Tutoring

Pre-Kindy & Pre-Prep · Early Literacy & Numeracy

Gentle, structured one-on-one support that builds early literacy, numeracy, attention and confidence in the year before school, online or in person.

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Young child building school readiness skills with a KeirEd tutor
  • Same matched tutor weekly
  • Progress report after every session
  • No lock-in contracts
Book Your Free Call

Pay a term upfront and get 1 lesson free.

Founded & Led by a TeacherA qualified teacher behind every match
1-on-1, Same Tutor WeeklyA real relationship, never a rotation
Progress ReportsA written update after every session
Flexible SchedulingMon–Sun, 6am–9pm AEST

Why Families Choose KeirEd for School Readiness

Starting school is a big step, and confidence is most of the battle. Tutors build early skills through guided practice and encouragement that feels like play, never pressure, so children walk in feeling prepared and capable.

Our school readiness tutors are chosen for strong early-years literacy and numeracy knowledge and the ability to connect calmly with young children, with sessions kept short, positive and age-appropriate. Every tutor is screened through interviews and reference checks, and holds a valid Working With Children Check.

300+families helped
Same tutorevery week
Early yearsspecialists
P–12every year level
Leah and Jake, the founders of KeirEd Tutoring

Jake and Leah started KeirEd

We help parents work out what their child is missing, and then we fix it.

We have three kids of our own, so the homework battles and confidence wobbles in your house happen in ours too. When you enquire, you talk to one of us.

Two Ways to Learn. Clear Pricing.

Private online tutoring Australia-wide, or in-home in selected cities. GST inclusive, no hidden fees.

ONLINE · AUSTRALIA-WIDE

We go through pricing on your free call

  • 1-on-1 with the same matched tutor weekly
  • Early literacy, numeracy & readiness skills
  • Progress report after every session
  • No lock-in contract
  • First-session money-back guarantee
Book Your Free Call
IN-HOME · WE COME TO YOU

Tutoring at your kitchen table

Brisbane · Sydney · Melbourne · Perth · Gold Coast

  • The same 1-on-1, teacher-led approach in person
  • No travel or crowded centres for your family
  • First-session money-back guarantee
Enquire About In-Home

Pricing depends on location and tutor availability.

Pay the Term Upfront, Get 1 Lesson Free

Book a full school term of 1-on-1 sessions upfront and we add one extra lesson at no cost.

Ready for School, Step by Step

Short, engaging sessions matched to your child’s age, stage and attention span.

Early Literacy

The building blocks of reading and writing, made fun.

  • Phonics and letter sounds
  • Letter recognition
  • Listening and following instructions
  • Early writing readiness

Early Numeracy

Number sense before number facts.

  • Counting and number sense
  • Shapes and patterns
  • Sorting and comparing
  • Everyday maths play

Learning Behaviours

The habits that make the first year of school feel good.

  • Attention and focus
  • Fine motor skills
  • Confidence with tasks
  • Readiness assessment familiarity

Explore related preparation: the Test Preparation hub, NAPLAN or OC test.

Tutoring That Fits Your Week

Sessions work around school, sport and family schedules, after school or on weekends where availability allows.

Online, Australia-Wide

Live one-on-one sessions through Lessonspace, with video and a shared interactive whiteboard where tutor and student work through problems and drafts together in real time.

  • Live video and shared whiteboards
  • Available in regional and remote areas
  • Flexible lesson times, Mon–Sun

In-Person, Selected Cities

The same structured one-on-one approach at your own kitchen table, matched around your family’s week with no travel or crowded centres.

  • Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and the Gold Coast
  • Matched by year level and skill focus
  • After-school and weekend times where available

From First Call to Better Grades

Most families are matched with a tutor within 48 hours.

01

Tell us about your child

Pick a time that suits you. A friendly chat where we learn about your child and recommend the right plan, with zero pressure.

30-minute call
02

Get matched with your tutor

We hand-pick an expert school readiness tutor based on your child’s year level, state curriculum and personality. Same tutor every week.

Within 48 hours
03

Watch confidence soar

Weekly sessions with progress reports after every lesson. Most families see a noticeable lift within one semester.

Reports every session

School Readiness Tutoring FAQs

Who is school readiness tutoring suitable for?

Children preparing to start school, typically in the year before Kindergarten or Pre-Primary: children building confidence with early literacy, numeracy and language, and those preparing for readiness assessments or interviews.

How much does tutoring cost?

We go through pricing on your free call. GST inclusive, no hidden fees and no lock-in contract. In-home pricing depends on your location and tutor availability. Pay a full school term upfront and we add one extra lesson free.

What skills are covered?

Key readiness areas: early reading and phonics, letter and sound recognition, basic numeracy and number sense, listening and following instructions, fine motor skills and confidence with learning tasks.

Is it only for children who are behind?

No. Many families use it proactively to give their child a confident start: extra help for some children, structured preparation and familiarity for others.

Is online tutoring effective for such young children?

Yes, when sessions are short, interactive and designed for young learners. Tutors use engaging activities and simple tools to keep children focused and comfortable.

How is it different from test drilling?

KeirEd focuses on developmentally appropriate learning: guided practice, encouragement and repetition that feels natural, never pressure or rote instruction.

How often should sessions run?

Weekly for most families, building familiarity and steady progress, adjusted to your child’s attention span and how close school entry is.

School Readiness Tutoring Across Australia

Online tutoring Australia-wide, plus in-home tutoring in selected cities. See all assessment pathways in the Test Preparation hub.

Ready to See Your Child Thrive?

Pick a time that suits you. We chat through the plan, with zero pressure.

Prefer to talk? 0421 479 920

Matched within 48 hours No lock-in contracts First-session money-back guarantee