Tutors in Santa Monica, CA
Available Services
State-funded programs available in California
Families in this city may qualify for state-funded tutoring.
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Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Program — California
Up to $5,000/year for eligible current and former foster youth
Youth ages 14–26 with foster care history residing in California. Must be enrolled or enrolling in post-secondary education or training. GED and college prep tutoring qualifies as an education cost in most states.
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Foster Youth Services Coordinating Program (FYSCP)
Service-based — county Office of Education funds tutoring hours (e.g. up to 21 hours per review period via LACOE); no direct family disbursement
K-12 students in California with an open foster care or dependency case. Administered through each county Office of Education (58 counties). Referrals are accepted from social workers, education liaisons, and caregivers through the county program.
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Court-Ordered & Probation Tutoring (Title I, Part D — Community Programs) — California
Service-based — county probation / court / district pays via purchase order or service authorization; no direct family disbursement
Youth in California with a court order or probation condition requiring tutoring, credit recovery, or GED preparation, residing in the community (online delivery; in-facility or detention services are not available). Referrals accepted from probation officers, court case managers, and diversion programs.
Frequently asked questions — Tutors in Santa Monica
Kids on the Yard connects families in Santa Monica with certified tutors in math, reading, test prep, and more.
Tutors in Santa Monica cover math (algebra, geometry, calculus), reading and writing, SAT/ACT prep, IEP-aligned special education, homeschooling support, and more.
Kids on the Yard offers both in-person sessions in Santa Monica and secure online tutoring, based on student preference and tutor availability.
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