ESA Information
ESA funds, coding lessons,
zero friction.
Everything Arizona ESA families need to know about working with Stanley Tutoring through ClassWallet.
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ADE-registered ESA vendor
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ClassWallet direct-pay
$0
Out-of-pocket cost
30m
Free intro, no ESA used
The payment flow
Three steps to a paid session.
If you've paid any other ClassWallet vendor before, this is the same process. If it's your first time, here's exactly what happens.
I send an invoice
After a session block (usually monthly or by package), you get a PDF invoice by email that matches ClassWallet's formatting requirements. Nothing for you to format or recreate.
You upload it to ClassWallet
Log into ClassWallet via your ESA Applicant Portal. Click Pay Vendor, search for Stanley Tutoring, upload the invoice, enter the amount.
ADE approves, funds move
The Arizona Department of Education reviews the payment request. Once approved, funds transfer from your ESA balance to Stanley Tutoring automatically. No card swipe, no reimbursement paperwork, no chasing anyone down.
FAQ
Everything else you're wondering.
Is Stanley Tutoring an approved Arizona ESA vendor?
Yes. Stanley Tutoring is registered with the Arizona Department of Education as an ESA service provider and is an active vendor on ClassWallet. You can find us in the "Pay Vendor" directory.
How do I pay with my ESA funds?
Three steps. (1) I send you a PDF invoice after a session block. (2) You log into ClassWallet, go to "Pay Vendor," search for Stanley Tutoring, and upload the invoice. (3) ADE reviews and approves — funds transfer to me automatically. No out-of-pocket cost, no reimbursement paperwork.
What if my child has never coded before?
That is the most common starting point. Every family gets a free intro call first. I meet your child, see where they are, and build a plan that starts where they actually are. No prior experience required.
Do we need to own special hardware?
For most tracks: a computer is enough — Windows, Mac, or Chromebook. Young Coders can work on a tablet for Scratch. The only track that needs extra hardware is the VR/AR Lab, which requires a Meta Quest headset. Families without one can do in-person sessions in the East Valley using my equipment.
How long are sessions?
Typically 45 minutes for Young Coders (shorter attention spans benefit from a tighter session) and 60 minutes for all other tracks. We agree on session length as part of your custom plan after the intro call.
Do you do online, in-person, or both?
Both. In-person covers Gilbert, Queen Creek, San Tan Valley, and Florence. Online covers anywhere in Arizona via Zoom or Google Meet with screen sharing. Many families do a hybrid — in-person when schedules allow, online otherwise.
What happens in the free 30-minute intro?
We talk for about 10 minutes — you share goals, I answer your questions. Then I spend ~20 minutes with your child: we look at something they're curious about, gauge where they are, and see if the chemistry works. No ESA funds used, no commitment either way.
How do we know if my child is engaged and learning?
You'll get regular written updates summarizing what we worked on, what clicked, and what we're working toward next. And because this is 1-on-1, I can tell within the first two sessions whether the current approach is landing — if it isn't, we pivot.
What if it isn't a fit after a few sessions?
You're never locked in. If we agree the chemistry isn't right, we stop. I'll always try to refer you to another AZ ESA-approved option if I know a good one.
Do you offer sibling discounts or family plans?
Yes — if you're enrolling multiple children, we'll build that into the custom plan. Second-child rates are typically reduced meaningfully compared to the first.
Can you support AP Computer Science or college applications?
Yes. For high schoolers, the Dev Path track is explicitly designed around AP CS support and portfolio-building for college CS applications. I can also advise on which projects strengthen an application and which don't.
Do you share any of this with my child's school or homeschool co-op?
Only if you ask me to. Some ESA families want a written progress summary at the end of each semester for their homeschool records. Happy to provide one on request.
Still have questions?
Easiest thing is just to ask on the intro call — or email me directly. Happy to walk any AZ ESA family through the process, even ones who end up choosing someone else.