Private Vocabulary Tutoring for International ESL Students

With 1-on-1 personalized vocabulary tutoring, students learn effectively with minimal distractions. Our tutors adjust each lesson to the student’s pace and ensure steady progress.

And get another week FREE when you sign up!

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Verbal Communication

Daily communication with vocabulary experts to help your child gain confidence and fluency in English.

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Test Taking

Surpass your peers in the same grade and beyond!

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English Language Skills

Earn higher scores on the SSAT, MAP, TOEFL, SAT, & other standardized tests!

Self-Study (books, apps, flashcards)

Hard to build a consistent habit, many students stop after a few weeks
Lessons aren’t adjusted to interests and weaknesses
Students study inconsistently
Students often lose motivation or get bored

With a Vocabulary Tutor

Students form a study routine and study for years
A real tutor personalizes each lesson on the spot
Students study regularly
Lessons stay fun, interactive, and engaging

Hear our students’ achievements

Find out why students and families come to Tokyo Academics for all their educational needs.

Select Your Subscription Plan

Basic

Ideal for busy students who want to build vocabulary at a steady, flexible pace.

  • Up to 60 minutes / week
  • Learn an average of 30 words / month
  • ¥17,500 / month

Standard (Best Value)

Perfect for students who want consistent vocabulary practice alongside their 1-on-1 English lessons.

  • Up to 100 minutes / week
  • Learn an average of 50 words / month
  • ¥25,000 / month

Premium

Grow your vocabulary at a faster pace and reach your goal faster.

  • Up to 150 minutes / week
  • Learn an average of 75 words / month
  • ¥35,000 / month

Why focus on English vocabulary?

Language Development

Classroom vocabulary is the most challenging aspect of communication and is labelled the most problematic area by teachers (Celik & Toptas, 2010)

 

Vocabulary Support for:

Students’ ability to understand and use vocabulary in context can improve both listening and speaking skills significantly. (Webb and Rodgers, 2021)

What tutoring methods does Vocabulary Tutoring use?

Easy elaborative explanations of vocabulary: definition, pronunciation, and spelling.

Real world application and Sentence creation: students to practice using each word and learn nuances

Fun and engaging Vocabulary games and exercises.

Personalized Spaced repetition (proven to be the best method to recollect and retain the English vocabulary)

Daily quizzes and frequent tests to upgrade students to higher levels of vocabulary

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What grade levels is Vocabulary Tutoring best for?

Our team designed a scaled vocabulary curriculum ideal for ESL students grades 2-9.

We provide a diagnostic for all students at all levels to optimize their learning journey.

What your child will learn

For each of over 1000 high frequency words, your child will learn how to:

Define the word
Recognize the word in context
Select synonyms/antonyms of the word
Pronounce the word
Spell the word

Test Your Vocabulary

Hear from our students

Find out why students and families trust Tokyo Academics to help them reach their goals!

We just received our daughter’s scores on the SSATs. She did wonderfully – 92% overall. Thank you for all of your work with her. She knows that it has made a big difference in her scores, and we believe that to be true as well.

by L.H.

Wow! 11 point increase in MAP math when starting at 99%! That is fabulous. I am so thrilled with how you worked and taught Ella this year. We can’t thank you enough. You helped Ella to get a high enough score on her ACT to make it into the CTY advanced math program too. It’s been the easiest year for us family having you as her math tutor.

by Parents of A.M.

From English papers to college applications and even occasional STEM help, I can’t thank my counselor at Tokyo Academics enough. I’ve encountered my fair share of teachers—the good, the bad, and the okay—but he truly made the greatest impact on me. He inspired not only me but also many of my friends, even when we didn’t make it easy. He was tough on me at times, and I’m so grateful for it now because he pushed me to become a much better writer. I owe so much of my self-confidence and accomplishments to him. I don’t know where I’d be without his guidance. He was more than just a tutor, and I’ll carry his lessons with me wherever I go. I’m truly thankful for his unwavering belief in me and for showing me what I’m capable of.

by I.H.

Tokyo Academics has been a small miracle in our lives and I am truly grateful. Our tutor made a real connection with our son, who responded very well to the tutor’s easy going personality. Our son made excellent progress in all subjects. I highly recommend Tokyo Academics to any family looking for an incredible reliable, diligent, and qualified tutor.

by H.W.

Our tutor was great at teaching because my daughter said that his method was very efficient for her. She used to take SSAT course at Kaplan Tokyo, but nothing can be compared to his method. That was her honest comment. Personally, I was very impressed by Tokyo Academics’ staff’s punctuality and serious attitude and also the teaching technique. I wish you all the best for your future success in this field.

by A.M.

Start Your 1-Week Free Trial

Trial flow

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Begin the Conversation

  • Complete our contact form and our team will reach out by email within 48 hours to schedule your first week of free lessons
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Take Your Lessons

  • Discuss student background and goals with a community manager to match with the tutor best fit to your goals, schedule, and personality
  • Have 1 week of free trial lessons with your tutor to see how we work
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Start Your Subscription

  • Receive a level check report
  • Pick your schedule and subscription plan
    • Basic - 60 minutes / week
    • Standard - 100 minutes / week
    • Premium - 150 minutes / week
  • Start your online lessons (including an additional FREE week!)
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