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The Institute of Reading Development is a nationwide leader in reading skills instruction. Since 1970, the Institute has taught more than two million students in partnership with colleges and universities across the United States. The Institute’s inspired instruction encourages a lifelong love of reading in every student.
Institute of Reading Development (readingprograms.org) has 639 customer reviews on The Fair Hearing, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5.
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Based on this family I believe the program is excellent and is helping the kids achieve the knowledge they deserve for a better future.
By Matilde J.
Response from Institute of Reading Development· May 2, 2025
Thank you for making us part of your kids' education, Matilde! We hope to have them in future programs. - Casey, Customer Care Specialist
This year is the first time we signed up for the summer reading program, and I am glad that we did! From the moment I called for questions, the lady that I spoke to was so patient with me as I had a lot of questions, to the teacher Collen, who is great and knows how to engage young readers, and to the fun homework that helps to enforce the knowledge, my daughter really enjoyed the class. The only regret we have is that we didn't sign her up sooner.
By Janet
Response from Institute of Reading Development· Aug 28, 2024
Thanks for giving the program a try this summer, Janet! We're pleased that you and your daughter felt supported and happy throughout the experience. We hope to see you again next year. - Kate, Customer Care Specialist
Although my child enjoyed the books, the classroom and personal experience with the other students and the teacher was the most important.
By Van
Response from Institute of Reading Development· Aug 28, 2024
Thank you, Van! We believe that these great experiences are key for establishing a love of books and reading. Glad that you agree - Casey, Customer Care Specialist
Best experience with small classroom size and the program truly works and helped improve my child reading fluency and confidence!!
By Arianne S.
Response from Institute of Reading Development· Aug 28, 2024
We're thrilled that our summer instruction worked for your child. Thanks for your review, Arianne. - Casey, Customer Care Specialist
Great teachers that really kept the kids interested and focused!
By Kaylee L.
Response from Institute of Reading Development· Aug 28, 2024
We agree, Kaylee, and we're delighted that you had a positive summer experience. - Kate, Customer Care Specialist
Overall, the program is worth attending because my granddaughter is now able to read sight words and develop more confidence as a beginning first grade reader.
By Olivia F.
Response from Institute of Reading Development· Aug 28, 2024
We're glad to hear about your granddaughter's progress as a reader, Olivia! Thank you for the kind review. - Tracy, Customer Care Specialist
My experience in the class was great. Everyone was so polite. (From Bonnie)
By Zheng V.
Response from Institute of Reading Development· Sep 13, 2024
Thank you for your review, Zheng (and Bonnie)! We hope to have you back in another program. - Casey, Customer Care Specialist
We enjoyed meeting with other students who enjoyed reading during the summertime. Our teacher was very knowledgeable and provided positive encouragement to each student. We gained skills that will help in Grade 4. We highly recommend this program!
By Kathy
Response from Institute of Reading Development· Sep 13, 2024
We're glad that we helped your child get ready for 4th grade, Kathy! We hope that the school year is amazing. - Casey, Customer Care Specialist
