“ I hear and I forget.
I see and I remember.
I do and I understand.”
Modern education prioritizes passing and credentials over true understanding. Deep learning is being lost as systems and technology evolve. Active Learning exists to bring it back.
Active Learning began with Amanda Sayers, a first-generation Canadian student navigating the school system. She has over 20 years of experience mentoring 350+ students.
We’re an academic performance service focused on mastery, excellence and long-term growth. We support students academically, cognitively, and emotionally through focus, planning, time management, emotional regulation, and perseverance.
Our services are intended for extraordinary students who want extraordinary results. As a result, our client list is application-based allowing us to choose for high-quality students and parents who prefer discreet, personal, and selective services. Our approach is for parents who expect excellence from their children but may not have time to assist them.
Our Approach
Our work is inspired by principles from active learning methodology. Rather than memorization or passive review, we emphasize understanding, independent problem-solving, and the development of lifelong learning skills. We put this into practice with:
Structured Sessions
Personalized systems for planning & prioritizing
Accountability and motivational frameworks
Skill development for independent learning
Tools for tackling academic and personal routines