Where skills get built and confidence gets real.
We offer personalized tutoring from a certified educator, covering all subjects for younger learners and reading, writing, and Language Arts for older students, plus test prep. We meet in person in Houston or online, and we build every plan around your student so they walk in unsure and walk out believing they can.
Flexible tutoring, made easy
- Each session is one focused hour, in person or online.
- You can choose private tutoring or a small group of up to five students.
- Book one session or many, with no monthly commitment.
- Every student starts with a free assessment so we begin exactly where they are.
- Judah, our assistant, answers questions day or night.
Support built around your student
From kindergarten through college prep, every student learns differently. We start with a free pre-assessment, then build a plan that fits how your child actually learns.
Elementary, All Subjects
We are now certified to tutor every subject for younger learners in kindergarten through fourth grade.
Writing and Language Arts
We cover essays, grammar, organization, and clarity for grades 7 through 12, from struggling writers to students aiming higher.
Reading and Literacy
We build comprehension, vocabulary, and reading strategy for students who need to catch up or get ahead.
Test Prep and Placement
We offer targeted prep for STAAR, TSI, ACT, SAT, and ASVAB, and we use your student's real score data to guide the plan.
Small Group Tutoring
Students learn alongside a few peers, up to five per group, and get focused help at a friendly rate.
Camps and Enrichment
Our seasonal camps and enrichment programs, from writing workshops to a young actor's camp, keep students engaged and growing.
Little Learners Academy
A Saturday kindergarten readiness program for ages 3 to 6, led by a certified teacher. We build early literacy, phonics, writing, math readiness, and social skills.
Simple, honest pricing
Every student starts with a free pre-assessment. Here is what sessions run.
Free Pre-Assessment
There is no obligation, just a clear picture of where your student should start.
Private Tutoring (Virtual)
Each session is one focused hour with a single student.
Group Tutoring
This is small-group help with up to five students per session.
Virtual Half-Hour Session
This is a shorter option for quick, focused check-ins.
In-person and additional program pricing is shared at your free pre-assessment.
Book a Free Pre-AssessmentNew Program
The Writer's Block Little Learners Academy
A Saturday kindergarten readiness program for ages 3 to 6, led by a certified teacher (Charity Bennett, MBA, EC-6, ESL, ELAR 7-12, Special Education). We follow the Cypress-Fairbanks ISD holiday schedule.
Program Overview
- Saturdays 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM.
- Ages 3 to 6.
- School year August 15, 2026 to May 22, 2027.
- About 30 instructional Saturdays.
- We follow the Cypress-Fairbanks ISD holiday schedule.
Key Dates
- First day August 22, 2026.
- Winter break December 19, 2026 to January 2, 2027.
- Spring break March 13 to 20, 2027.
- Last day and graduation May 22, 2027.
Tuition and Fees
- Tuition: $150 per month, divided into 10 equal monthly payments from August through May.
- One-time registration fee: $40.
- Annual supply fee: $50.
- At sign-up: first month tuition plus registration and supply fees, for a starting total of $240. After that, families are billed $150 monthly.
What We Focus On
- Early Literacy and Phonics.
- Writing and Fine Motor Skills.
- Math Readiness.
- Social and Listening Skills.
- Creativity and Hands-On Learning.
Enrollment Policy
Registration must be completed by the 1st of the month to start that month. We do not enroll mid-month. Each month is planned in full ahead of time, so if you miss the window, you begin the following month.
2026-2027 Saturday Schedule
Class Saturdays and no-class Saturdays with reason.
August 2026
2 sessionsClass
- Aug 22
- Aug 29
September 2026
3 sessionsClass
- Sep 12
- Sep 19
- Sep 26
No Class
- Sep 5 (Labor Day Holiday)
October 2026
4 sessionsClass
- Oct 3
- Oct 17
- Oct 24
- Oct 31
No Class
- Oct 10 (District Holiday)
November 2026
3 sessionsClass
- Nov 7
- Nov 14
- Nov 21
No Class
- Nov 28 (Thanksgiving Break)
December 2026
2 sessionsClass
- Dec 5
- Dec 12
No Class
- Dec 19 (Winter Break)
- Dec 26 (Winter Break)
January 2027
3 sessionsClass
- Jan 9
- Jan 23
- Jan 30
No Class
- Jan 2 (Winter Break)
- Jan 16 (MLK Holiday)
February 2027
3 sessionsClass
- Feb 6
- Feb 20
- Feb 27
No Class
- Feb 13 (Professional Day Weekend)
March 2027
3 sessionsClass
- Mar 6
- Mar 20
- Mar 27
No Class
- Mar 13 (Spring Break)
April 2027
3 sessionsClass
- Apr 3
- Apr 10
- Apr 17
No Class
- Apr 24 (Professional Day)
May 2027
4 sessionsClass
- May 1
- May 8
- May 15
- May 22 (Last Day, End-of-Year Celebration and Graduation)
No Class
- May 29 (Memorial Day Weekend)
Registration is handled through our booking area below.
Getting started is simple
No long forms, no guesswork. Three easy steps and your student is on the schedule.
Book a free pre-assessment
Tell us the grade, subject, and what you would like help with. We will find the right fit.
We match your student
We review the assessment and any scores, then build a plan around how your child learns best.
Start seeing confidence grow
Meet in person or online, one hour at a time, and watch skills and confidence build together.
We build confidence, not just scores
- Confidence that lastsA student who believes in themselves can pass any test, so we build the belief first and let the skills follow.
- Truly personalizedWe are trained in special education, so we set the right accommodations and pace for every learner.
- Data informedWe use STAAR, MAP, and benchmark scores to target exactly what your student needs.
- Warm and welcomingOur bright, book-filled space in Houston is a place where students feel comfortable and seen.
"Tests are man-made. With real confidence, a student can pass any of them. That is what we build here."
Charity Bennett, Founder
Meet Charity
Hello, I'm Charity Bennett. I am a certified educator with seven years of experience, certified in EC-6, ESL, Special Education, and English 7 through 12. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Human Services and a Master of Business Administration with a minor in General Management, and by the end of 2026 I will complete a Master of Education with a certificate in Principal as Instructional Leader.
My experience spans elementary through high school. In elementary, I taught reading, writing, and math and provided dyslexia support. In high school, I taught Business Education, Teacher Prep, Human Growth and Development, and ACT Prep. In middle school, I taught English in both general education and special education classrooms. I am also a Graduate Fellow at Prairie View A&M University, where I help graduate students with their dissertations and theses, and I have specialized experience in curriculum development, targeted tutorials, and standardized test prep.
I grew up in the small town of Houma, Louisiana, about 40 miles south of New Orleans, and I have called Houston home for 12 years. I am married, with three children and two grandchildren, and I am also the proud mom of a three pound Yorkshire Terrier named Judah, yes, the same Judah who answers your questions on this site.
I love teaching and learning, and I would be honored to build a meaningful connection with you and your child as we build skills and make confidence real at The Writer's Block.
A bright, welcoming place to learn
A warm, book-filled studio in Houston where students feel comfortable, focused, and seen.
What parents are saying
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"My daughter actually looks forward to her sessions now. Her writing and her confidence have both grown so much."
"They met my son exactly where he was and built him up from there. The difference after a few weeks was real."
"Warm, professional, and genuinely great with kids. I recommend The Writer's Block to every parent I know."
Good questions, clear answers
Ready when you are
Book a free pre-assessment and let's build your student's confidence, one session at a time.
Book your free pre-assessment
Tell us about your student on the left, and then book your time on the right. That is all it takes.
New openings are added regularly. If you do not see a time that works, fill out the quick form on the left and we will reach out with availability.
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Houston, TX 77095
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