I appreciated all the tutors but Doug the director manager rarely responded to emails and when he…read moredid it was a few word responses. Customer service was quite poor and rates were changed without notifying us. When I inquired about it I didn't get responses.

We recently withdrew our student from the South Riding Huntington program and would not recommend…read moreas it did not meet our tutoring needs. We were impressed at first with their intensive pre-enrolment evaluation where they used their proprietary tools and methods to assess our student's learning needs. They did a decent job presenting our student's needs and recommending learning plans to achieve our stated goals. I also like that they meet with us to discuss our student's learning progress. However, their program did not meet our specific needs due the following: Beyond what we were told in the periodic meetings, we did not have visibility to our student's learning materials. By design, there are no take home exercises or learning materials to encourage continued learning and practices while not at the center. We never saw the actual learning materials! Since there are no take-home work, it was important for us to see the actual learning materials and even how our student was graded on tests/exercises so that we can procure similar materials for ongoing practicing outside of tutoring sessions. The tutoring sessions did not translate to success in the classroom or report cards. We did not really have designated teacher/tutor. There seemed to be a rotation of teachers/tutors who would attend to our student during various tutoring sessions. This would be ideal for younger students but a concern for our student and our tutoring needs. We also became aware that their recruiting requirement for tutors indicated that "teaching experience is not required." Their fees outpace that of seasoned experienced tutors with teaching experience. In addition, I agree with another review on google (which looks like it has been taken down) about their tendency to be unnecessarily rigid. They once approached us within two hours to the start of our scheduled tutoring session and begged us to accommodate their last-minute schedule challenge and asked to inconveniently change our time. We obliged. At a later time, when we gave them a 12-hour notice of absence, they were unwilling to accommodate and instead rudely pointed to their policies (which is within their rights; they have a very rigid 24-hour rule). I did not appreciate their rudeness and overall impersonal attitudes considering that their services cater to families. I will definitely not recommend this tutoring program to other families!

We used Art to tutor two of our children for both the SAT and ACT. Our kids always liked working…read morewith him as he was able to find the parts of the test where they needed help and concentrate on that. Art also taught them test taking skills that were very helpful and useful beyond the SAT. We felt his rates were very reasonable and he was always on time. We felt it was so worth it as our children's test scores improved greatly!

Here is another 5 star review. At the risk of being redundant, Art Edwards worked with our son to…read moreimprove his math SAT score through a combination of material mastery and test-taking strategies. Our son did his part, doing practice exams and going over them when they met. We had what we thought was a realistic expectation of how much the score might improve and were pleasantly surprised when he scored higher than we'd hoped and expected. Art is able to explain the material as well as how test questions are designed in ways that our son understood and was able to apply. Both not only helped this score, but certainly will contribute in the future. Highly recommended.

I had a good experience with Aloha mind math. It helped my son calculate math mentally faster. He…read morehad great speed and accuracy.

From the owner: Aloha Mind Math started in 2007 with a simple goal: to give our own children something meaningful…read moreto do—something that would challenge their minds while building confidence and focus. Today, we offer after-school enrichment programs for kids in Kindergarten through 6th grade, focusing on Mind Math and Reading/Writing. What started as a small, humble effort quickly grew into a bigger mission. We saw the need for a program that could go beyond just academics — something that could truly unlock each child’s potential. At Aloha, we believe every child has a spark of genius inside them. With the right guidance and tools, that spark can grow into something extraordinary. Our program is designed to do just that — to help children think creatively, solve problems confidently, and thrive in every area of life. From our family to yours, we invite you to discover the genius in your child — and join us in building a brighter future, one young mind at a time.

My daughters (third and fifth grade) transitioned to FCPS at the start of the 2024-25 academic…read moreyear. Due to differences from their previous school in both teaching style and curriculum, both children needed additional support in mathematics. We have had such an excellent experience with Tutoring in Fairfax we have continued sessions throughout the summer and now into this next academic year- both students are excelling in their math classes and exhibiting confidence in their skills. For anyone seeking tutoring I would highly recommend Tutoring in Fairfax- the team that runs this organization has been highly responsive and efficient and the girls think the world of their tutor Marvin. The cost of quality tutoring in NoVA is significant but, in this case, I would say you absolutely receive what is promised. They offer both group and individual tutoring and they are truly invested in your satisfaction and in your student's experience.

Our family highly recommends Tutoring in Fairfax (TIF). My 6 YO has been doing one-on-one with…read moreLaleh and her staff (rotating among Marvin, Giselle, Maryann, Jared) for a little over a year now and we've seen major, tangible results. They were able to hone his strengths and focus on areas needing improvement. They make learning fun and instill discipline at the same time. I've looked at other tutoring places but we chose TIF because aside from the amazing staff, principles, and depth of learning, the place is very conducive for individualized and focused learning --- they have separate rooms to help the students get 100% of attention. Laleh also makes time for parent interaction; you don't feel rushed when talking with her and she's a good listener and will work with the parents. It helps a lot that Zach, who manages the front office is always on top of things (scheduling changes, etc.). Plus, they offer a lot of flexibility in cancelling lessons ahead of time for any reason and will not charge you (unlike in others where you are locked in). If you are looking for quality for your kiddos, this is definitely the place to go.

At prime Academy when I first got there my score was sub 1000 now it is around 1400. There is a lot…read moreof practice material that are identical/similiar to the actual SAT

Couldn't have ever passed high school without this academy. The awesome teachers and interns help…read moreyou, not with just standardized tests, but they help you grow as a person. 100% recommend Prime Academy to anybody seeking for a reliable and friendly education.

My kid have been going to Education One for a few months now, and really like it. Their grades,…read moreespecially homework, have really gone up because they go twice per week to get help with homework.

From the owner: Education One of Herndon & Chantilly is your go-to local tutoring center. Our tutors provide a…read morepersonalized and customized academic plan for each student. We focus on test prep, ACT prep, SAT prep, subject tutoring, private school test prep, academic tutoring, homework assistance and more. Our center also offers financing options so you are able to afford the assistance you need. Contact us today to schedule your first tutoring session!

Currently, my two children are studying Math and Reading at Kumon, Centreville…read more My younger one who is 2nd grade and very active, he caught up to his grade less than 1 year from 2A to B. Since he started Kumon, he established good work habits while he is doing Math and Reading everyday. I am very pleased that he is much more confident at school. My older kid who is 7th grade, taking Algebra Honors course at school. He started Kumon at beginning of this year because he is making careless mistakes at school. Because his lack of Math drill, he started Kumon on much lower level but he is catching up fast now. I am very confident that Kumon will be beneficial for both of boys and looking forward to see my kids improvement over the summer.

Update 7/21: We received a phone call after the fact trying to rectify and reschedule, so changed…read moreto 3 stars from 1 because they explained the individual that was supposed to meet with us was in a daily conference with parents of enrolled siblings. I still feel this could have just been explained to us during the time we just stood there or someone could have just rescheduled, I do think it's admirable that they care enough to spend the time talking to parents of enrolled students (hence the bump). I'm still no longer interested in enrollment though. 7/20: 1 star We were very excited to enroll our daughter in Kumon, as we have friends with children in Kumon, but in different location. We scheduled an assessment and appointment about a 5 days in advance (they are very busy and this was the earliest we could get). We arrived for our assessment, and our daughter was taken back to complete it. We waited outside (due to coiv.... very understandable). No one explained the process to us, just gave us some paperwork to fill out and review while we waited for our daughter's assessment to be completed. Once she was done, we had to ask what we needed to do next. after some confusion, someone told us we could wait inside. Then we waited, 20 mins (mind you, there were no chairs, just a window to lean on). We asked if we were waiting for someone, and they said, yes, someone would be out to talk with us shortly. We waited another 10 mins, and asked again what exactly we were waiting for, and they said someone would be with us. After another 10 mins, we gave up and left. We were set up for a 1 hour appointment, and left with our kid having only done a 10 min assessment in that time. They just seemed really unorganized and extremely busy. Not the best impression to make when seeking this kind of service. Parents should be aware that you cannot drop off your kid and return at the end of class... you must wait outside or in your car. The only plus was that our daughter said her assessor was really nice.

We had a great experience with Magellan Tutoring for my daughter's SAT prep. From the owner to the…read moretutors, everyone was friendly, supportive, and genuinely wanted to help her succeed. Her tutor was patient, organized, and did a great job explaining things in a way that made sense. They took the time to figure out what she was already doing well and where she needed more practice, then came up with a plan that really worked for her. Scheduling was easy, communication was always clear, and the whole process was stress-free. Best of all, she ended up with a great SAT score! I would definitely recommend Magellan Tutoring to anyone looking for SAT prep.

We have been assigned Chris Staab and he is exceptional. Our 8th grader went from failing tests…read moreand quizzes to getting As and Bs. We could not be happier.

George is an excellent SAT math tutor. Even though my son was already high-performing, George…read moreworked with my son through the summer not only to significantly improve my son's score, but help fill in the holes/gaps from COVID. Although my son just missed getting an 800, he has a solid enough base and floor that I know will carry him to future success in STEM.

George was able to squeeze my son in for math tutoring for a week. That's all we had time to do as…read morethe SAT date was fast approaching but within that short time, my son was able to score 620 in Math from 470, a 150 point jump! My son worked really hard and we are so thankful for George's tutoring. George has excellent communication throughout the process and followed up about his scores. He cares about his students and we highly recommend him! Thank you, George!

C2 Centreville gave me a very concentrated work load that allowed me to increase my standardized…read moretest scores. The teachers here are very good at finding your weaknesses and coming up with a way to make it a strength. They also candy at the front!!

We have registered our son and have definitely seen great improvements. The teachers are great. The…read morecenter director, Ms. Susie is really understanding and guides well. The format and the books are really helpful too. Three to one ratio is really good to keep the kids completely focused and to utilize the class time fully. Everything is good except for the fees. It's is definitely on the higher side as we need to purchase the hours before beginning and the rates are better only if we buy a whole lot of hours which skyrockets our costs. Our needs are different and might need a variety of options with time and money to make it more affordable to consider joining. I would have given a 5 star if they are more flexible with the cost and hours.