Tutoring service · Chicago, IL · reviewed since 2015
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%93+50.7Reliability 24%92+22.3Value 14%98+13.9Replies to reviews 7%93+6.6Experts Score= 93Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.93SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#60 of 115 tutorsiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 48%
4.9★★★★★117 Google reviews · 12 photos
97%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate Chicago Home Tutor 4.9 out of 5 based on 117 reviews, noting that the owner responds to all feedback. Customers frequently praise the in-home service for matching tutors to specific learning needs, such as dyslexia or ADHD, and highlight effective communication, schedule flexibility, and improved student confidence. However, low-star reviews indicate that some callers experienced difficulty reaching the company by phone, describing the unreturned calls as unprofessional.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 117 reviews (97% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 116 Google reviews (105 with written comments).
Owner responses: the business replied to 100% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 4, 2026.
Service: Tutor serving Chicago, Illinois.
Data from Google, last updated November 2, 2026.
Score profile vs other tutors
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and momentum; weakest: reliability.
Chicago Home TutorTutors median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Chicago Home Tutor: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.A
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ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Chicago Home Tutor: 92/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.A
92
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Chicago Home Tutor: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
100
ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Chicago Home Tutor: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.A
98
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Chicago Home Tutor: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Chicago Home Tutor: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 72.A
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Star ratings
116 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars11397%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars11%
1 star22%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 105 written reviews
97%praise
Praise13997%
Complaints43%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Would recommend3625%
Quality & results3323%
Staff & attitude3222%
Speed & response2115%
Communication118%
Honesty & trust64%
Price & value43%
What customers talk about
We read 105 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“We are very grateful for her support and highly recommend her.”
“Overall, we cannot recommend Laura and her company enough.”
“They hire top notch teachers and are very responsive.”
“He provided us updates which were very helpful to let us know about specific progress and what the lesson and next plan was.”
“He quickly identified the areas of need and understood his learning differences.”
“…l - patient and effective in sessions with our child and excellent at communicating about changes and being flexible with ever-changing schedules.…”
“When your kids genuinely look forward to seeing their tutor, you know they're doing something right.”
“Considering the tutor's experience and professionalism, the cost per hour was reasonable.”
People customers mention
Laura10 reviews
Tutors9 reviews
Mia3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
MMelissa8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 weeks ago★★★★★
Our tutor was Katie and she was absolutely wonderful with our son Max. He is asking for her to come back after the school year so we might ask for her again every summer break.
Reasonable price
LLaila8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★
Sarah has been amazing with both of my kids. She is patient, encouraging, and really understands how they learn. What means the most to me is that Sergio and Valentina are always excited when it's tutoring day. When your kids genuinely look forward to seeing their tutor, you know they're doing something right. Sarah…
DDeja10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★
Both of my boys are currently enrolled in tutoring with one of Chicago Home Tutor & we have seen such a significant shift in their grades and curiosity to learn. My oldest is now above grade level across the board!
GGreg9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★
We have had a wonderful experience with Chicago Home Tutor. Our eight-year-old son has ADHD and can be stubborn and the tutor assigned to him has been an excellent fit for him and has worked out well. She is a kind, creative, and very patient woman who is flexible with our son, but also able to keep him on track and…
AAnne1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★
Our tutor was wonderful - patient and effective in sessions with our child and excellent at communicating about changes and being flexible with ever-changing schedules.
NNatalie2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★
We have been working with our tutor for almost 2 years. He has been amazing. Our son is so motivated during his sessions and we have seen progress in his grades. We will be continuing our tutoring into next school year. Chicago home tutor has also been extremely easy to communicate with and responds quickly!!
Our tutor was Katie and she was absolutely wonderful with our son Max. He is asking for her to come back after the school year so we might ask for her again every summer break.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Response from the owner · 4 weeks ago
Thanks so much Melissa! We're delighted that the reading tutoring went well for Max over the summer, and look forward to working together again next summer! - Joe
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Kelley F3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kelley has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Kelley is amazing. My son loves working with her. She has helped him understand his math concepts and fill the gaps. He is doing really well so far. She helped him last year and again this year. Without her help he would be drowning. She understands his learning needs and adapts to teach him the way he can grasp the concepts. She also helps him stay organized and reinforce invaluable skills he will need throughout school and beyond. She has a great rapport with him and we are so grateful to her for everything she has done for him.
Jesse was our son’s tutor for ELA over the summer to help address the gaps and prepare him for his American Lit this year. He was great with our son. He quickly identified the areas of need and understood his learning differences. He was open to our concerns and open to incorporating the information his teachers shared with us. He was always positive and supportive. Our son really enjoyed working with him. He provided us updates which were very helpful to let us know about specific progress and what the lesson and next plan was. This was helpful for us to share with his teachers as well.
We have used Chicago Home Tutors several times now and have never been disappointed. They hire top notch teachers and are very responsive. Highly recommend.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you so much for such a thoughtful review! We’re so grateful you’ve trusted Chicago Home Tutor to support your son over the past couple of years. It means so much to hear how much Kelley and Jesse have helped him, both academically and with the organization and confidence he needs to be successful.
We’re especially glad they’ve been able to tailor their tutoring to his individual learning needs and build such positive relationships with him. We truly appreciate your continued trust in our team and your kind recommendation! 💙
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Laila Morales8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Laila has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Sarah has been amazing with both of my kids. She is patient, encouraging, and really understands how they learn. What means the most to me is that Sergio and Valentina are always excited when it's tutoring day. When your kids genuinely look forward to seeing their tutor, you know they're doing something right. Sarah has helped build their confidence, strengthened their study habits, and made learning a positive experience. We are very grateful for her support and highly recommend her. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that Sarah has helped Sergio and Valentina build academic confidence, stronger study habits, and a positive attitude toward learning as they go into their 7th grade year.
Our goal is always to meet students where they are and help them feel successful. Hearing that they look forward to tutoring day is the best compliment!
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Deja Blackwell10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Deja has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Both of my boys are currently enrolled in tutoring with one of Chicago Home Tutor & we have seen such a significant shift in their grades and curiosity to learn. My oldest is now above grade level across the board!
Response from the owner · 4 months ago
Hi Deja! Thank you for your kind words! We are so excited to hear about the progress both of your boys have made through our tutoring programs. Watching students grow in confidence, improve their academic performance, and develop a love of learning is what inspires our team every day.
At Chicago Home Tutor, we take pride in providing personalized tutoring that helps students reach their full potential. Whether students need support with reading and literacy, advanced academic enrichment, or specialized learning strategies, our experienced educators are committed to helping them succeed. We are also proud to offer special education support tailored to each learner’s unique needs.
Thank you for choosing Chicago Home Tutor. We look forward to continuing to support your boys' educational growth and celebrating their future achievements!
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Greg Lewis9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Greg has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We have had a wonderful experience with Chicago Home Tutor. Our eight-year-old son has ADHD and can be stubborn and the tutor assigned to him has been an excellent fit for him and has worked out well. She is a kind, creative, and very patient woman who is flexible with our son, but also able to keep him on track and focused. We would highly recommend Chicago Home Tutor.
Response from the owner · 4 months ago
Hi Greg! We are so glad that our highly trained tutor has been a great fit for your son. ADHD can be hard to handle sometimes and we have some amazing tutors that are very well trained to do so. Thank you so much for your kind words!
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Heather Chevreau4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Heather has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Our tutor was wonderful - patient and effective in sessions with our child and excellent at communicating about changes and being flexible with ever-changing schedules.
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
Hi Anne! We really appreciate your kind words about our Algebra tutor. School can sometimes be challenging but with the right teacher and support, our students can accomplish anything. Thanks again for choosing us!
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Natalie Benzon2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Natalie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We have been working with our tutor for almost 2 years. He has been amazing. Our son is so motivated during his sessions and we have seen progress in his grades. We will be continuing our tutoring into next school year. Chicago home tutor has also been extremely easy to communicate with and responds quickly!!
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
Hi Natalie! We are very proud that our tutor has been able to help your son's motivation and grades this year. We pride ourselves on great communication and connecting families with the right math tutor when they need it! Thanks again for letting us be a part of your educational journey.
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Marisol Cruz2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Marisol has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Great experience with Patrick - robust tutor. Thank you!
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
Hi Marisol! it was an absolute pleasure to help with your students' math tutoring needs and we are honored to have been a part of his journey. We are always proud of the professional educators, like Patrick, that work for us. Thanks again for your kind words!
