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 Five Star Index, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5.
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Dilene C.
The program is very good and all the books 📚 are interesting! Teacher is very gentle and working on the doubts of the classes to make sure they improve the learning and reading 📚 process.
Response from Institute of Reading DevelopmentMay 2, 2025
We're pleased to hear that your teacher has taken the time to really build students' confidence! Thanks for your review, Dilene. - Kate, Customer Care Specialist
Dalya W.
What makes this experince great, I like how attentiveness the instuctor gives each child. I also appreciate how each child is given a chance to express and participate in each session.
Response from Institute of Reading DevelopmentMay 2, 2025
Thank you for your kind review, Dayla. We strive to help each and every child in our programs succeed. - Casey, Customer Care Specialist
Celieboo
This program is a little on the pricey side; however, it has been worth every penny for our family. My son is in 4th grade. He was already a strong reader but struggled with attention and fluency. HE LOVES THESE READING CLASSES! They choose fun books for the kids. My son looks forward to class each week and loves to read independently. I don't have to force him to do anything. As a parent, I was hesitant to try the online forum when they didn't have any in-person classes during the school year. My son likes the online sessions as much as he does the in-person sessions. The teachers still find ways to make the online session an engaging experience for all of the kids. I like the vocabulary lessons and the other lessons that the kids do between classes. I also like they give you a discount if you book an additional session. We have been very pleased. This will probably be a part of our routine through education.
Response from Institute of Reading DevelopmentMay 2, 2025
We are floored by how much your son enjoys our program, Celieboo! We hope that it is boosting his confidence at school and look forward to reading more great books with him in future sessions. - Kate, Customer Care Specialist
Matilde J.
Based on this family I believe the program is excellent and is helping the kids achieve the knowledge they deserve for a better future.
Response from Institute of Reading DevelopmentMay 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
Janet
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.
Response from Institute of Reading DevelopmentAug 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
Van
Although my child enjoyed the books, the classroom and personal experience with the other students and the teacher was the most important.
Response from Institute of Reading DevelopmentAug 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
Arianne S.
Best experience with small classroom size and the program truly works and helped improve my child reading fluency and confidence!!
Response from Institute of Reading DevelopmentAug 28, 2024
We're thrilled that our summer instruction worked for your child. Thanks for your review, Arianne. - Casey, Customer Care Specialist
Kaylee L.
Great teachers that really kept the kids interested and focused!
Response from Institute of Reading DevelopmentAug 28, 2024
We agree, Kaylee, and we're delighted that you had a positive summer experience. - Kate, Customer Care Specialist