At school
Off-campus tutoring
Similar to an after-school homework club. A group of tutors partners virtually with elementary schools to help students with their work.
- Where
- Online, over Zoom or Microsoft Teams
- How often
- Once a week, for one hour
Free tutoring in London, Ontario · Since 2003
Western students tutoring our London community.
Hope for Relief is a team of Western University volunteers offering free tutoring to local students from kindergarten to grade 12. We believe good tutoring should be accessible to everyone.
A federally and provincially recognized non-profit.
About us
Started by students who wanted to give back.
In 2003, a small group of Western students asked a simple question: how could university students help younger kids with school? Their answer was free tutoring.
We believe every child should have the same chance to do well in school, whatever their family's financial situation. Our tutors come from every faculty at Western. They bring patience, flexibility and a personal approach to each student.
Students leave sessions with a better handle on their coursework and study habits they can carry through the rest of their education.
2003
Year we were founded at Western
170+
Tutor sign-ups since 2024
250+
Student sign-ups since 2024
Programs
Two ways to get tutoring
Both programs are free. Tutors follow each student's needs, so sessions feel relaxed and less stressful than a classroom.
At Western
On-campus tutoring
One-on-one sessions on Western's campus, with a tutor who works at your child's pace.
- Where
- D.B. Weldon Library or the Allyn and Betty Taylor Library
- Format
- One student, one tutor
- Schedule
- Arranged around the student's needs
Get involved
Where do you fit in?
Parents and guardians
If your child is anywhere from kindergarten to grade 12 and could use extra help, our tutoring is free.
Schools
We run weekly online tutoring sessions with partner schools. Demand is high and spots depend on how many tutors we have, so reach out early.
Western students
Any faculty, any year. If you can help a student work through their homework, you can tutor with us.
Our team
Led by Western students
Hope for Relief is run entirely by student volunteers. This year's presidents:
- Remy CaplanCo-PresidentLinkedIn ↗
- Roni MelamedCo-PresidentLinkedIn ↗
- Talia RubenCo-PresidentLinkedIn ↗
Volunteer
Tutor with Hope for Relief
You don't need to be an expert. You need patience, flexibility and a couple of hours a week. Many tutors say it became a big part of their time at Western, and a good way to make close friends.
Reach out
Contact us or watch our Instagram for when applications open.
Choose a program
Join a weekly school group, or tutor one student on campus. No car needed for the on-campus program.
Start tutoring
Work with your students on what they need, from homework to study habits.
Contact
Get in touch
Parents, schools and future tutors are all welcome to reach out.