Grades 1–5
SuperKids
Afterschool Club- Homework done before you pick up
- Arts, STEM, French and Brain Power games
- Free pickup from West Bedford School
From $19/daypickup, homework help and activities includedDetails
After-school care · Tutoring · Brain Power
Build Now
Build Now
Shine Tomorrow
For children from 6 months to grade 12, in Bedford, NS. Your first visit is on us.Ages 6 months to grade 12 · Bedford, NS
Our programs
Something for every age, one building.
Prices include tax. Book more, save more: ask our team. Pay in instalments · debit recommended (no card fees).
Grades 1–12 & adults
Tutoring
Group & one-on-one- Understand the idea, not just the steps
- Math from homework to IB, AP and Waterloo
- French, English, Chemistry, Physics
From $35/hsmall group, grades 1–2 · free trial classDetails
Ages 6 months to 17
Brain Power
Training program- Focus, memory and logic, trained like muscles
- Screen-free and hands-on, one level at a time
- 45 years of the TCSM method
From $35per sessionDetails
Special needs support
StarKid
Every child can shine- Led by Mrs. B, M.Ed., ~20 years' experience
- Training in autism, ADHD and behaviour support
- Academic help plus cognitive strategies
Free callwe listen first, then suggest a planDetails
Our teachers
The people who teach the method.
Ask any of our teachers a question before you book. They read every email.
EnglishSuperKidsBrain Power
Rebecca
English tutor & SuperKids lead
- Education
- TESOL/TEFL certified; studying health sciences.
- Experience
- Extensive experience supporting neurodiverse children, including children with autism. Strong academic writer: research papers and essays.
- Approach
- Interactive and multimodal: written, spoken and demonstrated instructions, tailored to each child.
IB & AP MathSATWaterloo Math
Samuel
Advanced Math tutor
- Education
- Doctor of Letters in Business Administration; Postgraduate Diploma of Education.
- Experience
- 25+ years teaching across 6 universities and 3 colleges.
- Approach
- Combines Asian teaching materials with the Nova Scotia curriculum.
“Education for all, without discrimination.”Talk to Samuel
IB MathComputer ScienceEconomics
Jack
Advanced Math tutor
- Background
- Applied math, computer engineering and economics.
- Experience
- 15+ years teaching 200+ international students; 85%+ scored 7 in IB Math, Computer Science and Economics HL.
- Approach
- Understanding ideas, not memorizing steps. Python and Java projects for CS; real news and data for IB Economics.
MathPhysicsBrain Power
Julia
Math tutor & Brain Power trainer
- Education
- Bachelor of Engineering student, Dalhousie University.
- Expertise
- High school Math, Physics and Chemistry.
- Achievement
- High school salutatorian, Principal’s List.
MathPhysics
Salma
Math & Physics tutor
- Education
- Doctor of Dental Surgery student, Dalhousie University.
- Expertise
- High school and first-year university Math and Physics.
- Achievements
- Jeff Dahn Bursary in Physics; Dalhousie Leadership awards.
Chemistry
Berna
Chemistry tutor
- Education
- MSc in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology (Dalhousie); BSc Chemistry (Honours).
- Experience
- Senior Teaching Assistant at Dalhousie University; research scientist in chemistry.
- Achievements
- Harvey W. Wiley Scholarship for analytical method development (AOAC International).
FrenchEnglishAdults
Abraham
French tutor
- Education
- Master’s in Translation-Interpretation, French–English.
- Experience
- 10+ years teaching French and English, grades 1–12 and adults.
“Children should be at the centre of learning, with teachers and parents guiding their path.”Talk to Abraham
StarKidSpecial needs
Mrs. B
StarKid program lead educator
- Credentials
- M.Ed. in Curriculum Studies; advanced training in autism, ADHD and behavioural interventions.
- Experience
- Nearly 20 years of evidence-based, relationship-centred teaching.
- Approach
- Academic support combined with evidence-based cognitive strategies.
Our philosophy
“Every brain can be reignited, and no talent should ever be buried under the weight of modern challenges.”
Dr. Bella Tan · Founder, CSL Academic Centre
Dr. Bella Tan founded CSL Academic Centre as a sanctuary of strength and calm, a place that goes beyond tutoring to walk alongside each child through their whole developmental journey.
Every lesson trainsLogical thinkingFocusLove of learning
Visit us
Smart learning, close to home.
Five minutes from most of Bedford.
Proudly Canadian · Locally ownedCanadian-owned and operated right here in Bedford, NS.
- Hours Mon–Fri 10 am – 7 pm · Sat 9:30 am – 6:30 pm
- Call902-492-8888
Serving families in West Bedford and nearby
- West Bedford
- Larry Uteck
- Bedford South
- Kearney Lake
- Paper Mill Lake
- Bedford
- Hammonds Plains
- Kingswood
- Clayton Park West
Minutes from West Bedford School, West Bedford High School, Bedford South School, Basinview Drive Community School, Kingswood Elementary, Hammonds Plains Consolidated, Madeline Symonds Middle School, Rocky Lake Junior High, Charles P. Allen High School.
The CSL newsletter
Grow with us. Hear about it first.
- PA Day & camp alerts
- Contest deadlines
- Free family events
- Tips for their age
Only when something’s coming up. No weekly blasts.
- Age 3
Held the teacher’s hand at the door.
- Age 6
“Can I stay a little longer?”
- Age 9
Showed a new friend around.
- Age 12
Taller than the bookshelf!
FAQ
Questions parents ask.
Can’t find your answer? We reply within one business day.
Do prices include tax?
Yes. All listed prices include tax.
What happens at the free assessment?
A relaxed chat with a teacher and a short, friendly check-in. You leave with a plan and a program recommendation. No cost, no obligation.
Is there a free trial for tutoring?
Yes, tutoring comes with a free trial class.
Where are you located?
660 Brookline Drive, Unit 104–105, Bedford, NS. Free after-school pickup from West Bedford School.
Do you offer discounts?
Book more, save more. Ask our team about packages.
How can I pay? Can I pay in instalments?
We recommend paying by debit: it avoids card processing fees and helps us keep prices low. Instalment plans are also available, so you don’t have to pay everything up front. Ask our team to set one up.