We had a fantastic experience with Lisa. My oldest was applying to middle schools in Washington…read morethat were very competitive to get into and required our daughter to do the SSAT test. She was underprepared and we only had a few months to get ready. Lisa met with my daughter 10 times over a few months and dramatically improved her scores and confidence. She did this with incredible kindness and empathy for the stress of the process my daughter was going through. I would highly recommend Lisa to any parent whose child is preparing for the SSAT (or SAT for that matter).

My family has had the good fortune to work with Mazor Test Prep on tutoring for the ISEE entrance…read moreexam when my children were in 5th grade and applying to private schools, on the AP exams as they made their journey through high school, and on the SATs as they prepared for college. The proof is in their success-my kids scored in the high 80 and 90 percentiles on their ISEEs, were accepted to their private schools of choice, and earned 5s on AP Physics and Calculus exams. My son is a senior, and with Lisa's guidance, achieved a 1530 on the SAT, missing only one math question-no superscore, just one test. Thus far, he has not been turned down by any of the top-tier engineering programs to which he has applied. My younger child is now working diligently with Lisa to maximize his SAT scores as he prepares for college applications in the fall. What makes this all the more impressive is the fact that both my children have dyslexia and dysgraphia-school has not come easy for them. Whether working directly with Lisa or one of her expert team members, you can expect compassion, professionalism, flexibility, and a commitment to meet your child at his or level, emotionally and academically. Lisa and her team are exacting and demanding, but with an understanding that kids' anxiety levels and workloads fluctuate through the school year and need to be taken into consideration and adapted to. Working with Lisa, I felt supported as a parent, and more importantly, I knew that while my children were working hard, they too felt supported. My kids have tried preparing for standardized tests using workbooks and online/in-person group classes, but both report the one-on-one experience they have had with Lisa and her team to be the game-changer. Not only are Lisa and her team effective, they are kind! I have enjoyed all my interactions with them, and the kids do not balk when it is time to get down to work. They also feel motivated to get their work done between sessions, so they are prepared for their next meeting-with no helicoptering from me. This is how test prep should be.

They are all Very expensive! You have to buy packages of 50 hours plus. If you buy less than 50…read morehours, then it's $105 per hour! Ridiculous! Factoria location is even worst! They also said they may go completely online because of the Corona virus. They are all three students per one instructor! For a lower price, Huntington's tutor to student ratio is 1:1.

I highly recommend C2 in Factoria, my daughter needed help to improve her ACT test score and…read morecollege application process and the result exceeded our expectations. Her AST score was improved significantly and she got accepted into her college of choice with a scholarship. A sincere thanks to all teachers, staff and especially to C2 Director Sharon Zheng for all your hard work and dedication to our daughter. The experience my daughter having here was unforgettable and it reminds me of the true meaning of teachers and how a good teacher should be.

Great facility, tutors, and location. My daughter looks forward to her sessions at Mathnasium…read moreevery week (2x a week). She had gained confidence and progressed quickly. At her initial assesment, she was below her grade level, now after 10 months, she's above her grade level (both at school and Mathnasium's assessment). It's money well spent!

With Mathnasium assessments they all tend to mark your child below grade level each time and the…read morefirst handful of sessions my child would do 20-30 pages of work at a time with most being review. The assessments don't necessarily match what is taught in schools and I feel a good portion of our summer session is spent just trying to figure out where exactly she's at math-wise. Otherwise the facility is nice and my child doesn't complain too much about going though probably cuz the math is so easy :(

Bellevue Learning Center is a great tutoring place if you get paired with good teachers. I had a D…read morein Chemistry during the beginning of second semester, and I was able to get my grade up after coming here. However, I signed up for the 8-week SAT summer program, and it was a different experience. Although the program motivated me to have some structure during the summer, there were several days when class time was not productive. For anyone who is thinking of taking classes here, I highly recommend taking a trial class for one-on-one tutoring and then deciding if it is a good fit.

This place is a great tutoring center with really educated and interesting teachers. i had a D in…read morephysics, and after coming here, i got a really good test score that bumped up my grade to a B! i also did SAT classes and it it really improved my math scores. i think BLC is better than other centers because everyone is really friendly and welcoming and the teachers know how to teach students very well.

This is our family's third attempt at a tutoring for our now second grader, after failed attempts…read moreat Kumon and abacus classes. I figured I'd give it one more shot now that we recently moved from Bellevue to the Plateau/Highlands area. I purchased a bargain voucher for six sessions for one subject, admittedly not expecting much. (hint: their name ends with "on") Originally learned about this BIC location during kids' swimming class when I saw a pair of third graders doing their BIC tutoring homework in the bleachers. When I ran into a former neighbor of mine on our second week, I knew I might be onto something. The Issaquah location is open three times a week (Tue, Thur, Sun) and is managed by Mr Victor Ho. Victor also started a new Wednesday sessions at the EX3 Teen & Rec Center on the Samm. Plateau. BIC "Enrichment Courses" are divided into English and Math subject. Each session is 75 minutes long for one subject. Victor Students seems to be grouped by age/grade You have several students under the supervision of an adult teacher, and the students are expected to work on their own, "study hall" style, until they are stuck or otherwise have a question. Private tutoring this is not. Most of the hard work is at home, where the parents have to establish ad maintain a daily study routine for each kid. I've also noticed lot of anxious parents prepping their 6-8 year olds for the Cogat and achievement exams (I'm no sure if the latter is ITBS or Stanford10). Basically it's whatever BSD, ISD and LWSD are dishing out. I have no opinion on this particular offering, other than that it's popular and probably worth checking out if that's your focus. Ultimately, what sets the Issaquah operation apart is the dedication and accessibility of the branch manager, who has been receptive to and patient with my many questions and concerns about our kids progress (or sometimes, the lack thereof). Victor has been willing to tweak things so we can emphasize topics where there are gaps in understanding or merely insufficient mastery. Vic is also eager to hear about any errors / typos in the problem sets, as well as of any subpar tutoring sessions. As you'd expect, the tutoring competition is stiff on the Eastside but they seem to be thriving. Don't let their unassuming exterior and frankly, dingy interior fool you -- what they save on rent / furniture, they pass on the savings to you! (Seriously, BIC rates are lower than our previous tutoring programs.) This is a system that appears to be working for our children.

Great tutors! The center has helped my children understand math better. Plenty of parking and…read morevery organized center.

I worked with Stuart at Simply Brilliant on many areas of my business school applications. The…read morefirst thing that stood out to me about Stuart was how he took the time to understand me personally, recognize my motivations for applying to business school, and identify how business school could help me achieve my professional aspirations. Although I did not fully understand the significance of it then, I now realize that this extra effort to familiarize himself with my story made all the difference in helping me craft essays that showcased the best of me. I applied to six highly competitive schools and was admitted to five of them. Without Stuart's help, I do not believe I would have had so many great options to choose from. My GMAT score was competitive, but below average for a top-25 school, which I am happy to report I will be attending next year (Georgetown McDonough). Stuart was always quick to respond, considerate of my time, and always offered the option of a phone call to further explain where and why particular edits would enhance my essays. Furthermore, when I needed help prepping for my first interview, Stuart provided me with a long list of questions, which we practiced answering on a mock interview phone call. Finally, Stuart was a great resource when I was making my decision of which school to attend (was debating between Georgetown McDonough and U of Washington Foster). I was referred to Stuart by a close friend of mine and I will be sure to pass the favor along by referring Stuart to my next friend who is interested in applying to b-school. The MBA application process can be rigorous and daunting, and I truly believe that Stuart/ Simply Brilliant gives candidates a leg up on the competition and a better opportunity to attend the school of their choice.

I decided to work with Stuart at Simply Brilliant after taking the GMAT and receiving an…read moreundesirable score. Stuart was phenomenal - he helped me improve my score by 120 points! Stuart is extremely well versed in the GMAT, both quant and verbal. From the beginning, Stuart was extremely prepared for each session, he provided solid tutorials and good examples to help me better understand the questions, as well as tips and tricks to help with test day. He was always very organized, and able to accommodate around my schedule. In addition, he was very patient with me, which is very important. I would highly recommend Stuart and Simply Brilliant for anyone who is looking for a GMAT Tutor who is willing to go above and beyond and really will help you increase your score!

I participated in Manhattan GMAT's 9-week prep classes and I would recommend the Manhattan GMAT…read moreprep course to anyone planning to take the GMAT. MGMAT gives you all the tools as well as the knowledgeable instruction you need to be successful. It's so much more than textbook materials [which are also amazing], but the instructors and course structure really help you feel prepared for the test. In addition to the great instructors and textbooks, there are a number of online resources also available to students, including practice exams which allow you to truly get a feel for what taking the test will be like, and you receive assessments after the exams to help you identify strengths and weaknesses. The course is worth the money, and time investment. I can't imagine trying to study for the GMAT without the tools, classes, and resources which I received from Manhattan GMAT.