Meet Kate & Our Team
Helping Every Child Thrive Starts with the Right Teacher
Finding the right teacher can make all the difference. That's why Kate takes the time to get to know every child before thoughtfully matching them with the teacher who is the best fit for their unique needs.
Before tutoring begins, Kate takes the time to get to know you as the parent, learn about your child, and understand your goals. Then, if tutoring is the right fit, she'll carefully match your child with the teacher who will help them thrive.
Whether your child works with Kate or another member of our team, you can feel confident they're learning from a knowledgeable, caring teacher who shares the Thriving Readers approach to literacy instruction.
Meet Kate
Hi, I'm Kate, founder of Thriving Readers.
I've always believed that every child deserves to experience the confidence and joy that comes from learning to read.
As a classroom teacher, I saw far too many children who believed they simply "couldn’t read." They were bright, capable learners, but they hadn't been taught in a way that matched how their brains learn to read. Watching children lose confidence because reading felt so hard changed the direction of my career.
Since then, I've been on a mission to help children build strong foundational reading skills through structured literacy, an evidence-based approach grounded in the science of reading. My goal isn't simply to help children improve their reading skills. It's to help them see themselves as confident, capable readers who enjoy learning.
Just as important, I love partnering with parents. Reading research can feel overwhelming, so I enjoy translating the science into practical, realistic strategies families can use at home. When parents understand how reading develops, they become one of the most powerful supports in their child's journey.
I bring together more than 15 years of experience teaching violin lessons and music classes, private tutoring, and classroom teaching. I hold a Master of Arts in Child Study and Education, an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Childhood and Social Institutions with a Minor in Psychology, and a Certificate in Loss, Grief and Bereavement Studies. I am also a certified teacher with the Ontario College of Teachers (#690457).
When I'm not teaching, you'll usually find me reading (shocker!), listening to podcasts, enjoying nature with my husband, Eddy, or spending time with our two cats, Stella and Luna, and our two dogs, Atlas and Sirius
Finding the Right Teacher Matters
Every student's journey begins with a free consultation with Kate.
During this conversation, she'll get to know you as the parent, learn about your child's strengths, challenges, personality, and goals, and answer your questions. Together, you'll determine the best next step and, if tutoring is the right fit, Kate will carefully match your child with the right teacher.
Every child learns differently. Sometimes the best fit is Kate. Other times, it's another member of the Thriving Readers team whose personality, schedule, experience, or teaching style is the perfect match.
Because the right teacher can make all the difference.
Carefully Chosen Teachers
At Thriving Readers, we believe great teaching goes beyond qualifications.
Every teacher is carefully chosen for their knowledge, warmth, professionalism, and ability to build meaningful relationships with children. We look for teachers who make learning engaging, believe every child can succeed, and are committed to providing evidence-based reading instruction with patience, encouragement, and care.
Our team includes Ontario Certified Teachers, occasional teachers, student teachers, and retired teachers. As such, every teacher has a clean Vulnerable Sector Police Check.
Whether your child works with Kate or another member of our team, you can expect the same thoughtful, personalized approach that families know and trust from Thriving Readers.
Our teachers currently provide:
Online tutoring for students anywhere.
In-person tutoring for students in the London-Strathroy, Ontario area.
Why Parents Trust Our Team
Kate and Lauren have exceeded ALL of our expectations.
The targeted, individualized tutoring with such qualified, kind and funny teachers has given my oldest the skills to succeed academically and has given her confidence in her abilities.
Families don't just choose Thriving Readers because they're looking for a tutor.
They choose us because they're looking for a teacher who understands their child, helps them build confidence, and makes learning to read a positive experience.
Ready to Find the Right Teacher for Your Child?
Every child's reading journey is unique. During your free consultation, Kate will get to know you, answer your questions, and help determine the best next step for your child.
If tutoring is the right fit, she'll carefully match your child with the teacher who will help them thrive.
Helping kids learn to read.
Ontario, Canada
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