Andrea (she/her) is a certified teacher with over a decade of classroom experience. She holds a Master of Teaching from the University of Toronto and a Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Care from the University of Victoria. She spent many years teaching internationally in Georgia, South Korea, Spain, China, and Qatar. She has taught various age groups and subjects and gained extensive experience working with English language learners. Her approach to teaching is to recognize and support each learner’s unique capacity, and she truly loves watching students of all ages meet their learning goals and surprise themselves along the way.
Lightwell Learning
A new name from the same trusted people.
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Early Years Programs
For children ages 3–6 with suspected or diagnosed developmental, learning, or communication differences.
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For K–12 learners with suspected or diagnosed learning or brain-based differences.
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For youth ages 15–21 with suspected or diagnosed learning and brain-based differences.
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For adults (18+) with suspected or diagnosed learning differences who are seeking individualized support to strengthen their literacy, numeracy, executive functioning, or workplace success, including those preparing for trades pathways.
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Offered by qualified, credentialed professionals who can provide information and resources for further testing or support as needed.
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Get practical knowledge and strategies to understand neurodivergence and learning differences and to confidently support and advocate in educational, social, work, and community settings.
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What We Do
Through our one-to-one specialized learning support, we empower unique learners to recognize their own strengths, gain confidence, and achieve lifelong confidence and success inside and outside the classroom. In “Josh’s story” Jennifer and Donna share their son’s story, and how working with Lightwell Learning helped him realize his potential and discover his strengths.
Why Lightwell Learning?
Transformational Learning Support, for Every Learner
We deliver transformational learning support programs that meet learners where they are and help them move forward with confidence. Our programs span the full developmental cycle, targeting each learner’s unique strengths, needs, and goals.
Our one-to-one support is progress-monitored, aligned with BC’s Core Competencies, and grounded in research-based curricula, ensuring meaningful growth both academically and personally. We provide holistic, individualized, inclusive, and technology-enhanced learning support.
Experienced, Specialized Instructors
Our learners are supported by a highly qualified, multidisciplinary team that includes:
- BC-Certified Teachers
- Special Education Assistants
- Orton-Gillingham–certified instructors
- Speech-Language Pathologists
- Inclusive Education Instructors
- Occupational Therapists
- Certified Early Childhood Educators
…and other specialists as needed. This depth of expertise allows us to design responsive programs that truly work.
Technology-Enhanced Learning
We thoughtfully integrate leading assistive technologies into every customized program. These tools are used in innovative, purposeful ways to personalize instruction, reduce barriers, and help learners build independence and confidence.
Accessible and Inclusive by Design
Inclusivity is not an add-on; it’s built into everything we do. Our physical and virtual learning spaces are intentionally designed to support diverse learners, and our sliding fee scale ensures students of all ages and backgrounds can access high-quality learning support.
Individualized, Resource-Intensive Support
Each learner benefits from a dedicated Case Manager and Instructor who work together to design and implement a customized learning plan. This team-based, resource-intensive approach ensures consistent support, clear communication, and measurable progress.
Proven Results, Backed by Research
Our impact is evidence-based. Multi-year studies conducted in partnership with the University of British Columbia show that our students progress, on average, up to 1.5 grade levels per year, while also reporting significant increases in confidence and self-esteem.
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Learn. Develop. Succeed. Becomes Lightwell Learning on September 2, 2026
Our name has changed, but the people, expertise, programs, and commitment behind our work are not. Lightwell Learning reflects more than five decades of expertise and a growing commitment to making exceptional, personalized learning support accessible to more learners.
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We Are Now Lightwell Learning
Our name is changing. The people, expertise, programs, and commitment behind our work are not.
On September 2, 2026, Learn. Develop. Succeed. becomes Lightwell Learning.

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Compare ADHD coaching, tutoring, and adult learning support to understand which option best fits your academic goals, executive functioning needs, and learning style.
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