Free first session · No commitment

Expert tutoring.
Real results.

One-on-one online sessions in music, coding, and academics for children ages 5–16, led by working professionals who care.

5–16
Ages served
14
Class offerings
1-on-1
Every session
100%
Online
A student with headphones learning at a laptop in a bright classroom

What we teach

Three subjects.
Endless possibilities.

Music
Music

Find their sound.

Voice, piano, guitar, songwriting, music technology, and therapeutic music, taught by a Berklee-trained music therapist currently practicing at Boston Children's Hospital.

  • Six disciplines from beginner to advanced
  • Therapeutic sessions available for neurodiverse learners
  • Students choose the songs they actually want to play
Explore Music
Computer Science
Computer Science

Build real things.

From Scratch animations to Python programs: five coding tracks taught by a working iOS developer and UCI Computer Science graduate.

  • Five tracks from ages 5 to 16
  • Students build and publish real projects
  • Roblox, Minecraft, Web Dev, Python, Scratch
Explore Computer Science
Academics
Academics

Master the fundamentals.

Math, English, and homework help, assessed first and always tailored. Sessions that build genuine understanding, not just test scores.

  • Covers ages 6–16 across grade levels
  • Structured with Pomodoro focus technique
  • Progress updates after every session
Explore Academics

Monthly workshops

Staying ahead.
Together.

The world is changing faster than any classroom can keep up with. These workshops are for students who want to stay ahead: to understand the tools shaping the future, think critically about them, and walk away with real skills that set them up for whatever comes next.

Format
2.5 hour workshop
Frequency
Monthly
Ages
8–16
Mid May

Safety & AI Ethics

What should AI be allowed to do, and what shouldn't it? Students explore real-world dilemmas, learn to use AI responsibly, and leave with a framework for thinking critically about the technology shaping their world.

Ages 10–16Register →
Coming up

Write Your First Song

A full session dedicated to songwriting from scratch: structure, melody, lyrics, and recording a rough version. No experience needed. Students leave with a real original song they made that day.

Coming up

Intro to AI

Where AI stands right now, what it means for the world, and how children can start working with it. Students leave with a simple introductory project of their own, built with and about AI.

How we teach

Sessions built for focus.

Whether it's a private lesson or a small group class, every session is structured to keep children engaged and learning at their best.

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45–60 min · Online

1-on-1 Private Sessions

Every session is fully private and tailored. Your child gets 100% of the tutor's attention: no sharing, no waiting. The curriculum adapts in real time to how they're doing.

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2–5 students

Small Group Classes

Small groups of two to five learners who opt in to work together. Sessions stay collaborative and high-energy, with room for discussion, peer support, and shared momentum.

25 min · 5 min break

Focus-First Academics

Academic sessions are structured around the Pomodoro technique: 25-minute focused blocks followed by 5-minute breaks. Children retain more, feel less drained, and actually finish sessions with energy to spare.

Getting started

Simple from day one.

Step 01

Tell us about your child

Fill out a quick form with your child's age, interests, and goals. We'll match them to the right tutor and subject.

Step 02

Attend a free intro session

Your child meets their tutor for a free intro session (45 min). No card required. We find where they are and what excites them most.

Step 03

Watch them come alive

Regular sessions tailored to their pace and interests. Progress updates after every session so you're always in the loop.

Your tutors

Meet the team.

Full bios →
Elise Jang
Computer Science

Elise Jang

Computer Scientist & Educator

UC Irvine CS grad, iOS Lead at UCI's Glaucoma Research Department. 8+ years teaching children to code, build, and think like engineers.

Hayley Jang
Music & Therapy

Hayley Jang

Music Therapist & Educator

Berklee College of Music graduate, Nordoff-Robbins Level 1 certified, currently practicing as a music therapist at Boston Children's Hospital.

Our belief

“We treat every child like the capable person they already are.”

A child who is genuinely excited about what they're learning absorbs more, retains longer, and keeps coming back. Excitement isn't a nice-to-have: it's the mechanism. That's what every session at Puzzle Learning is built around.

Read our full mission →

Why it works

Our principles.

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Excitement first, always

When a child is genuinely excited to learn, they absorb more and stick with it. Every session is built to spark and sustain that energy.

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Real expertise

Working professionals, not tutors reading from scripts. Elise and Hayley bring lived experience into every lesson.

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Progress you can see

Clear communication with parents after every session. No guessing about whether your child is improving.

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Built around them

No one-size-fits-all curriculum. Every session adapts to your child's pace, interests, and learning style.

Parent stories

Hear from families.

Music

Hayley has such a gift for connecting with kids. Through techniques and music theory taught in class, my daughter became so much more confident in her voice.

Rachel L.
Parent of a 9-year-old
Computer Science

Elise makes coding feel like play. My son talks about joining her class and their projects so much during dinner.

Marcus P.
Parent of a 10-year-old
Academics

Concepts that never stuck in class finally made sense once Elise walked her through them in plain language. She gets how to explain things so my daughter actually understands, not just memorizes.

Elena V.
Parent of a 12-year-old

Get started today

First session is free.

No commitment, no card required. Just 45 minutes to see if it's the right fit.