Research-based foundational programs that help schools close learning gaps — without adding to teacher workload.
The student data you need,
when you need it
- Automatically identify missing skills and learning gaps
- Track progress as students work independently
- Measure growth over time with built‑in pre and post‑tests
- Share clear, actionable reports for team planning
- Access detailed reports, including student hot spots
Automatically individualize instruction for every student
With just a few clicks, teachers can assign pretests to individual students or an entire class. Based on results, Essential Skills automatically delivers targeted instruction to address each student’s learning gaps, ensuring the right practice at the right level every time.
Why do over 20,000 schools use Essential Skills?
Educators across North America choose Essential Skills for one simple reason — it works in real classrooms.
- One affordable subscription for every subject
Reading, math, ELL, science, and more. No separate licenses or add-ons. - Incredible depth of content
Thousands of structured, research-based activities with broader coverage than most alternatives. - Transparent, easy-to-understand pricing
Budget-friendly and predictable, backed by decades of classroom use.
- Simple by design
Ready to use immediately. No long trainings or steep learning curves for busy teachers. - Accessible for every learner
Auditory, visual, and tactile activities support independent learning at each student’s pace. - Built on proven instructional practices
Teacher-designed programs aligned with best practices and the Science of Reading.
“No training. No steep learning curve. Just results.”
Check out our 100% Free Phonics Program
Over 400 free phonics activities to build a solid foundation for early readers
Easy Setup. Seamless Rostering.
Getting started is stress-free. Use Clever for district rostering or our built-in dashboard tools for quick teacher setup. Either way, you’ll be teaching in minutes.
Built-in
Teacher Setup
Ready to
Teach in Minutes
Trusted by Over 50,000 Educators Across North America
Affordable & Schoolwide
One simple subscription for reading, math, ELL, science, and more, with access for every student.
Built by Teachers
Thousands of research-based activities designed by educators for real classroom use.
Proven Results
Measurable student gains without long training or steep learning curves.
Measurable student growth in 6 months or your money back
We expect Essential Skills to make a measurable difference for your students.
If you do not see clear improvement after six months of regular use,
we will refund your subscription.
To qualify for the guarantee:
- Use Essential Skills with targeted students at least
2–3 times per week - Keep sessions to about 20–30 minutes
- Monitor progress using our built-in reports or your existing assessment tools
It really is that simple.
