So excited to find Mad Science did Birthday Parties! I sent my son there 20+ years ago for…read moreafterschool daycare and now my granddaughter will get to join in the fun for her 8th birthday party! Booking, paying, extra experiments all goes well! It's the night before the party and Cosmic Chris texts me at 10pm to go over details??? WHAT?!?! I'm in bed after 3 long days of cleaning and prepping for said party!! The texts got pretty ugly with Cosmic Chris dictating to me what time he'd be AT MY HOME instead of what time I paid him to show up. I'm beyond furious and now don't know if this company will even show up, what type of attitude I'll have to deal with or how my granddaughter will be treated. I've already reached out to the lady I booked with...so hoping this won't be an issue...but I'm just flabbergasted at how this even got here with Cosmic Chris!!!

We recently booked Mad Science Bay Area for my son's 7th birthday, and it was a fantastic…read moreexperience from start to finish. The booking process was seamless, I filled out the online form and had a confirmation within 1-2 days. Our Mad Scientist, Jordan (Plazma Petey), contacted me the day before to nail down the final logistics, which really put my mind at ease. On the day of the party, he arrived 30 minutes early to set up and was ready to go right on time. I have never seen a group of 1st grade boys so captivated! Jordan was high energy, charismatic, and had them laughing, shouting out answers, and asking great questions the entire time. Even the parents were leaning in and enjoying the show. To top it off, the kids got to make magic dough to take home. I had so many parents ask where I found them because they were so impressed. Highly recommend Mad Science and specifically Jordan!

We are incredibly grateful to all the wonderful teachers who have been a part of our son's early…read morelearning journey. He started at the school in preschool, and from the very beginning, his teachers made him feel loved, safe, and supported. Miss Sipra, Miss Poonam, and Miss Vaishali were incredibly loving and kind during his preschool years. They showered him with affection and care, making every transition smooth and comfortable for him. What stood out most was how personally invested they were in his growth -- they truly understood his individual needs and helped him develop with patience, encouragement, and warmth. As he moved into Pre-K, we were equally fortunate to have Miss Sandhya and Miss Keiani guiding him. They created a nurturing environment while also helping him learn the importance of boundaries, structure, and kindness. Under their guidance, we saw our son grow leaps and bounds -- academically, emotionally, and socially. Miss Sandhya's knowledge, patience, and years of experience truly shine through in the way she teaches and connects with children. Along with Miss Keiani's warmth and encouragement, they made a wonderful team that helped our son feel confident, supported, and excited to learn every day. We will always be thankful for the positive impact these amazing teachers had on our son's early years. Their dedication, compassion, and care mean so much to our family, and we highly recommend them to any parent looking for a nurturing and supportive environment for their child.

Just adding an update this year. For KG, my son's teachers are Ms. Lahiri and Ms. Carrillo -- truly…read moreexceptional teachers who understand child psychology remarkably well. We love seeing how much our son has grown under their guidance. As this is the last month of school, he's already saying, "I hope the school year never ends," which speaks for itself. Also, a big shout-out to science teacher Ms. Shweta, Spanish teacher Ms. Maricella, music teacher Mr. Dimitry, as well as Mr. Eric and Ms. Sheila. This will be our son's last year here, and we are truly going to miss this wonderful community.

Do not waste your money. They do not respond to calls or emails and if there was a family…read moreemergency, not sure how we would be able to contact them. We sent over 10 emails with an automated response for half of them and called 3X and did not receive a call back until a week later. The customer service is deplorable. When we spoke with the Dir. Sara she kept cutting me off when I was speaking and was extremely rude. Unfortunately, my child is attending the camp, but will not be attending the camp ever again. Beware!

During the 2023 Summer my 6 year old went inot differnt camps every weke. This was an opportunity…read morefor us for explore Galileo-Fremont Camp. The theme of the week was dino excavation and my daughter is interested in fossil/archeology which was a bonus for us. But unfortuantely- she came back the first day and mentioned the camp was extremely boring , we did not see great structure and activities for my daughter . we gave it a whole week and she was disappointed every day . This camp did not definetly work for us. and every otehr camp she did during the summer she was extremely satisfied.

Very good experience with the four day rookie camp with Ms Sahana Deepu. Creative projects&lots of…read morephotos and videos updated every day. Definitely will come back again.

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My daughter has been learning at CalColor Academy for 11 years--it has been a major part of her…read morelife. Recently, her mixed media piece received a National Silver Medal from the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. CalColor has done a wonderful job of nurturing her interest in art and helping it grow stronger over the years. All of the teachers she has had along the way have been incredibly encouraging. In recent years, Mr. Sean has made every project student-centered, thoughtfully suggesting ideas that help students develop their skills. In the PD classes, Mr. Alvin consistently provides focused, individualized feedback that supports each student's growth. Choosing CalColor to begin her art journey has truly been one of the best decisions we've made.

My son had a opportunity to study Art at the foundation level with Ms Kaitlynn and she has been…read moregreat. She is very patient, answering never ending questions of young learners with a smile. Satvik really admires you Ms. Kaitlynn. Thank you for all your effort.

My kids LOVE Steve & Kate's camp in Fremont. Seriously, it's what every parent dreams a summer camp…read morewill be like until you try some other camps. Steve & Kate's is open long hours, which is perfect for us busy parents. They offer such a huge variety of activities, and they even provide lunch--so no more packing lunches every morning! This is the third year my boys, ages 6 and 8, have attended summer camp here. They absolutely love seeing some of the same camp counselors each year. Even though they've been to other camps together like art camp, several sports camps, and exclusive club camps, Steve & Kate's is the one camp they ask to go back to every year. We also really appreciate that they aren't separated by age. At other camps, even a small age difference would mean they couldn't be together, but here, they get to hang out and play together all day. My athletic son is obsessed with playing gaga ball--something he's only found at Steve & Kate's. He also loves playing basketball, table tennis, and foosball there. My other son, who's super into art, learned how to sew at camp. He made a bunch of cool stuff and loved it so much that we even pulled out our sewing machine at home to work on projects together. What's awesome is the free play aspect--my kids love that there isn't a set schedule, so they can do whatever they want. They also really enjoy going outside and playing. The staff is fantastic, always making sure the kids are having fun and are well taken care of. The director, Joshua, is so fabulous. It's obvious that he really enjoys his job and helps the kids have a fun and memorable summer. I've seen my kids grow in confidence and make so many friends. And we can't forget about the last day of camp--it's a HUGE carnival! My kids raved about it well into the school year. My youngest was so inspired by the different games and prizes that he ended up having a carnival-themed birthday party and made his own carnival games. Another great thing about Steve & Kate's is the flexibility. You don't need to book the camp months ahead of time--you can just sign up the night before and you're good to go. Plus, you don't need to commit to the entire week, which is perfect if you just want to send the kids for a couple of days during the week. I tell all parents about Steve & Kate's and how amazing it is. Also, if your company offers Bright Horizons, definitely take advantage of it--it's such a great combo with this camp. Highly recommend!

More parents should leave reviews so we can stay clear of these industrial machines pretending to…read morebe connection havens bilking anxious parents out of their monies. This is just throwing your kid into a shopping mall with 300 kids milling about. Not what I was looking for. Zero personal connection or any sort of opportunity to make a friend.

I have been wanting to take my kiddo to a caregiver and me cooking class for a while now. She is…read morefinally old enough and I felt like she was ready. I booked a Tuesday evening class during winter break. You get a confirmation email and that's it. I was worried about prep but they prepare everything for you and thought up everything as well. Small parking lot. They had us wash our hands when we arrived and then each kiddo had a color sheet with crayons. Nice touch but defeats the purpose of washing our hands first. The two of us shared a table with another mom with their toddler. Each toddler had their own set up to make 6 cookies. Everything was pre measured and it wasn't too messy. We were able to bake 6 cookies and use whatever toppings - she got to choose between chocolate chips, m&ms, white chocolate chips and these dried fruits. They read a book to the kids and then made milk shakes as a group. Each kid got a small cup and to place chocolate chips/m&Ms in. The cookies were really delicious and my child loved the milk shake. One thing is that you can't stop other kiddos from touching your items/food. Would return.

I wanted to share feedback about the Taste Buds Kitchen class my family attended in Palo Alto. We…read moresigned up for a shared table experience, but we did not realize that "shared" meant all parties at the table would be sharing the same sauce, ingredients, and cooking steps. For example, all six of us were mixing one single sauce together with only three ingredients. This was not communicated clearly in the class description and felt very uncomfortable. The class description also stated that everything would be made from scratch, but that was not the case. We wrapped pre-cut chicken in pre-made phyllo dough, which was very different from what we were expecting based on how the class was advertised. Additionally, the experience felt a bit low-quality. The appetizer was a single small plate of pita bread and oil--probably under $2 total--to be shared among all six people. There was also a lot of waiting around, with the kids taking turns doing very small tasks such as sharing the chopping of just one onion. Overall, the experience felt slow, uncomfortable, and not aligned with what we believed we were paying for. Unfortunately, based on this experience, I would not recommend this class to others and do not plan to return. Thank you for taking the time to read this feedback. I hope it helps improve future classes.

My experience with Little Apples has been absolutely wonderful. I have recommended this preschool…read moreto many of my friends because of the staff's attention to detail and how both my children expressed their enjoyment of school. I started my daughter at little apples at the age of 3 during the pandemic and my son at the age of 2. At the time little apples took all the precautionary measures to keep the students and their family safe. Miss Sharon has always been extremely responsive to questions and my concerns. I appreciated that I could email or call and ask for a short meeting to discuss any concerns I might have had. For example I was concerned about my son's transition to preschool given he was a "biter" but I was reassured by Ms. Sharon with how the staff would handle these types of situations. My daughter has continued with little apples and has been attending their afterschool enrichment program which includes homework help, learning Mandarin, science, STEM, and art. Fastfoward my daughter is now in 2nd grade and my son is in kindergarten, both attending the afterschool program and loving every moment. The staff go above and beyond and both my children have only positive things to share with me when I ask them about their day. They've made so many friends and I've gotten to know many of the other parents. Would highly recommend Little Apples

Sharon and Teresa are an absolute pleasure to work with. They are warm, professional, and deeply…read morecommitted to the well-being of their students. We were honored to be hired to renovate the entire playground to make it more toddler-friendly, and it was clear throughout the project how much they genuinely care for the children as if they were their own. Sharon, in particular, thoughtfully shared her concerns multiple times about smoothing out the basketball court to ensure it would be safer and less rough for the kids. Their attention to detail and focus on safety truly stood out. As part of the renovation, we also installed foam padding and turf along the retaining wall to help prevent falls and reduce the risk of head injuries. It was a privilege to work with such caring and dedicated individuals who consistently prioritize the safety and happiness of their students.

My son has been with them virtually since last year and recently started back in-person, and I…read morecan't say how much of a positive impact it has had on him. The teachers are great at making sure kids are engaged (esp hard when it's a virtual class) and they cover a diverse range of topics from Art, creative thinking, stem, building, physical activities like Tae-Kwon-Do, along with English and Math for a well-rounded education. The teachers are patient and trained in education, so they really know how to work with kids at different ages and levels. All in all, a great place and program to complement school

My son started with IKIDZ 2 years back, it was one of the best decision I made on his aftercare…read more Not only academics but their extra curricular activities are of real good stuff too ( painting, Origami , science experiments , math kangaroo and noetic exam prep etc.)One of the biggest differentiator is their teachers - HUGE shout out to Ms Vinita and Ms Usha - such a genuine interest with so much patience with young kids, I personally saw during their virtual classes in COVID times. Their owner Ms Viji is also pretty involved and very creative about their curriculum. I would highly recommend this aftercare to anyone who is looking for good balance between academics and enrichment activities.

My eight year old son loves Code Ninjas. So far, he has been there weekly for the Create program,…read morefor a summer camp, and for a birthday party. Coming to Code Ninjas is something he looks forward to and he is so excited to create new games and learn. The Code Ninjas senseis are very patient, kind, and work well with the students.

We have been attending Code Ninja at Fremont Hub for several years now. Our son truly enjoys his…read moretime here, and the Senseis are super sharp, very friendly and kind, and teach him programming in a very fun, yet technical and educational way. Francis (Owner) is also so cool, he's super flexible with us, and allows us to schedule based on our needs. We even held our son's Birthday Party here a few years back and it was a blast, his friends and classmates had a wonderful and fun time. We give Code Ninjas Fremont Hub our highest recommendation! :)