Empowering Alabama Families Through School Choice
Now Accepting CHOOSE Act ESA Funds
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Alabama CHOOSE Act Tutoring Services in Montgomery & Online

The Alabama CHOOSE Act (Creating Hope & Opportunity for Our Students’ Education) opens the door for families across the state to take charge of their children’s learning. Whether you’re looking for private school tuition support, access to curriculum materials, or personalized academic growth plans, the CHOOSE Act makes it possible through an Education Savings Account (ESA).

At Better Than Average Tutoring, we’re proud to be an approved Education Service Provider under the Alabama CHOOSE Act. That means eligible families can now use their ESA funds to access our personalized, data-driven tutoring programs—both online and at our Montgomery, AL learning center.

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How the Alabama CHOOSE Act Helps Families

The CHOOSE Act provides financial assistance to families who want more flexibility in how and where their children learn.

A state-funded program that gives eligible families access to an Education Savings Account (ESA) for educational empowerment.
Families can apply their funds toward private school tuition, academic growth services, curriculum materials, and more.
Qualifying families may receive up to $7,000 per year, depending on their child’s academic needs.
Families must meet state eligibility criteria, which may include income level, current school enrollment, or educational needs.
Approved families typically receive notifications in early May and can begin allocating funds shortly afterward.
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Benefits of Choosing Tutoring Services

Tutoring isn’t just for students who are struggling—every child can benefit from strategic academic support. At BTA, we believe each session is an academic growth opportunity. It’s not just about better grades. It’s about building confidence, nurturing a love of learning, and creating long-term success.

Some of the key benefits of tutoring include:

  • Personalized attention: Our one-on-one and small group formats help students get the individual support they need.
  • Skill building: We strengthen core academic areas and foundational study habits to boost long-term performance.
  • Test preparation: Our targeted strategies for tests like the ACT help students feel confident and prepared.
  • Increased motivation: Positive reinforcement and engaging lessons help students take ownership of their progress.
  • Improved learning environment: We create a supportive space where students feel safe asking questions and exploring new ideas.

Whether your child needs to catch up or get ahead, our growth mentors meet them where they are and help them thrive!

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Why Choose BTA for Your CHOOSE Act Growth Plan?

At Better Than Average Tutoring, we help students reach their full academic potential through data-driven academic growth blocks tailored to their individual needs. 

Our offerings include:

Whether you’re homeschooling, supplementing a private school education, or simply looking to close learning gaps, your ESA funds can fuel real academic transformation with us.

Results That Matter

Ask About Our Academic Guarantee

At Better Than Average Tutoring, we stand behind every growth plan. If your student doesn’t show measurable progress after three months of consistent participation in their academic growth blocks, we’ll refund your tuition for that period.

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Hear From BTA Families in Montgomery & Beyond!

“We’ve been with BTA for just over a year, and we’re so glad we made the decision to start when we did. Our twins were about to face the ACAP test, which required a passing score to move on to 4th grade. With just over a month before the test, we knew there was a lot of work to be done. Thankfully, we joined BTA right in time to participate in their ACAP workshops. The results speak for themselves—our twins passed the ACAP with flying colors! Not only that, but they’ve been A-B Honor Roll students throughout the year. LJ and the entire BTA team are incredibly knowledgeable, approachable, and dedicated to student success. They personalize each session to align with what the twins are working on in class, and it’s made all the difference. We couldn’t be more pleased with the progress and results we’ve seen at BTA.“

Rose Jordan

“BTA has been heaven sent for my family My daughter reading and math skills has drastically changed in the few months we have been connected to this tutoring program she loves all her tutors , they are informative, patient, and kind to my daughter. She is gaining confidence in her education and looks forward to her tutoring sessions each week ! Highly recommend!!!!!!“

Labre Davis

“The tutors there does a great job with my kids. I can see the improvement and confidence their reading abilities. I love that the program gives you updates of kids improvement status. I would highly recommend BTA tutoring to everyone.“

M. Smith
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Flexible Learning Options With BTA

Whether your child learns best in-person or online, Better Than Average Tutoring provides the flexibility to match your family’s schedule and preferred learning environment. Our Montgomery-based tutoring center offers a warm, engaging space for focused study, while our online platform allows students across the state to log in from home and receive the same high-quality instruction.

Both options are CHOOSE Act eligible and come with the same personalized attention, Learning Launch Diagnostics, and personalized success blueprints to guide progress.

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School Districts We Serve

Better Than Average Tutoring is proud to support families across several communities in and around Montgomery. While our tutoring center is based in Montgomery, our reach extends across central Alabama. We actively work with families and students in the following school districts:

Whether your child attends a public school, private school, or is homeschooled within these districts, they may be eligible to use CHOOSE Act funds toward tutoring services at BTA. Our local expertise and familiarity with these school systems help us design effective programs that complement the curriculum your student is already working with.

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FAQs About the Alabama CHOOSE Act & Tutoring Services

Not sure how the CHOOSE Act works or if BTA is the right fit? We’re here to answer all of your questions!

Yes! You don’t have to enroll your child in a private school to benefit. You can use ESA funds specifically for tutoring services, making it a valuable option for homeschoolers, students enrolled in public schools seeking extra support, or those transitioning between schools. 

BTA offers academic growth blocks that supplement your child’s education, reinforce core skills, and build confidence—all of which are eligible uses of CHOOSE Act funds.

Absolutely. Better Than Average Tutoring is a state-approved Education Service Provider under the CHOOSE Act. This designation means we meet all necessary qualifications and standards to receive ESA funds, whether you’re looking for academic support during the school year, summer enrichment, or test prep. 

We’re ready to help families make the most of this opportunity.

We offer a wide range of growth plans for math, English, reading, ACT prep, and support across K-12 grade levels. Our sessions are tailored to your child’s unique needs and goals, using diagnostic assessments to build customized study plans. 

Whether your student needs foundational support or advanced enrichment, we provide the tools and guidance to succeed.

The CHOOSE Act application process is managed by the state of Alabama. Families typically begin receiving notifications of their eligibility in May. 

To apply, you’ll need to submit an application through the official state portal, including information about your income, school enrollment, and educational goals. Once approved, you can direct your ESA funds to qualified providers like BTA Tutoring. 

We’re happy to answer questions along the way!

Yes! Better Than Average Tutoring offers flexible options to meet your needs. Whether you prefer in-person support at our Montgomery, AL, center or virtual academic growth blocks from anywhere in the state, we can help. Online tutoring allows students across Alabama to receive high-quality instruction, all while making full use of their benefits.
Yes. In addition to K–12 support, CHOOSE Act funds may be used for some higher education preparation services, including ACT prep, college entrance support, and dual enrollment guidance. BTA can help students prepare for higher education both academically and strategically.
CHOOSE Act funds cover many qualified education expenses, but if your family needs additional hours or services not fully covered, we offer convenient payment plan options for tuition costs. Our team will work with you to find a plan that fits your budget, so your child gets the academic support they need without financial stress.
BTA offers more than tutoring—we provide mentorship. Our Growth Mentors build trust, motivate, and guide each student toward real academic breakthroughs.

Our focus goes beyond short-term test scores. We help students build the confidence, organization, and critical thinking skills they need to thrive long after a tutoring session ends. We also offer flexible scheduling, both in-person and online, and a tutoring guarantee that reflects our commitment to real results.

See if BTA Is Right for Your Family

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Let’s find out where your child excels and where they need support. Then, we’ll design a Success Blueprint to guide their growth plan. This first step is CHOOSE Act eligible!

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What Counts as Qualified Education Expenses?

Under the Alabama CHOOSE Act, families can use ESA funds for a wide range of qualified education expenses. These include not only traditional costs like private school tuition, but also:

  • Tutoring services from approved providers
  • Special education services for children with disabilities
  • Curriculum materials and digital learning tools
  • Fees associated with standardized testing or college entrance exams
  • Enrollment costs at accredited institutions of higher education
  • Transportation or technology needed to access educational services

The Alabama Department of Education oversees funding to make sure families spend funds on approved uses. Thankfully, BTA is an approved provider. You can be sure that your child’s enrichment will qualify when you choose us!

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Understanding the Purpose of the CHOOSE Act

The Alabama Department of Education plays an important role in making sure the CHOOSE Act runs smoothly and stays on track. They’re the ones who maintain the list of approved providers, offer clear guidance on how families can use their funds, and manage the secure system that distributes ESA funds.

Even though the CHOOSE Act is unique to Alabama, it’s part of a bigger trend happening across the United States. More and more states are embracing school choice, and Alabama families are right at the center of this exciting shift toward more educational flexibility.

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At Better Than Average Tutoring, our mission is to support lifelong learners at every level. Let’s build your child’s personalized Success Plan. Whether you’re seeking academic acceleration, skill reinforcement, or confidence-building support, BTA is here to help.

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