My husband and I are enrolled in weekly classes here and we LOVE our experience! We both met with…read moreLalo to begin with for placement, and he was so kind, personable, and reassuring. Through my conversation with Lalo, a lot of my anxiety immediately melted away. Once we were placed, we signed up for weekly classes based on our skill level and have had nothing but a positive experience. Our teacher is Andrea - she is charismatic, professional, and skillfully integrates on-the-fly lessons to our broader goals (i.e., when we are confused by a concept Andrea organically integrates it into our lesson and explains it in such a clear way). Everything we do is in Spanish - 45 minutes of conversation, then 45 minutes of lessons/activities/homework review. The Culture and Language Center has really helped cure so much of my speaking anxiety and given me a lot of confidence - now I feel safe to speak, play, and even make mistakes. :) I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this program to anyone. If you are on the fence, you won't regret this experience!

I've tried other conversation based learning in San Diego and Culture and Language center is light…read moreyears ahead. My teacher Izak is exceptional and Lalo, the owner , is incredibly professional, responsive and he cares greatly about his business/students. There are always extracurricular events such as trips of nights out and it great to build a community and friendships. The model is to have only 4 students per teacher and this makes a huge difference, furthermore, there is a curriculum on which the class is based on. So we spend a portion of the class chatting, a portion learning and the third part is to practice what we just learned. I always feel like my spanish improves after every class and I cannot say the same for the other conversational based learning.

I didn't have much interest in chemistry prior to meeting with Alex, but her deep understanding and…read moreclear explanation has helped me to make sense of the work in such a way I was successful in my class. Thanks! :)

From the owner: Hofler Tutoring is a private, in-home tutoring service specializing in high school and college math…read moreand chemistry. With over five years of teaching and tutoring experience, Hofler Tutoring has the tools to make learning fun and easy.

We sought out Learning Convergence with Therese when my son was struggling with reading in 1st…read moregrade, and I'm so grateful we did. She came highly recommended by a family member, and although we were on a waitlist for a while, it was absolutely worth it. Over the course of about 9 months, Therese worked with my son and made an incredible difference. She was patient, knowledgeable, and truly understood how to support him in a way that built both his skills and his confidence. By the end of our time with her, he had not only improved tremendously but was reading at his grade level. I can't thank Therese enough for the impact she's had on my son's learning journey. Highly recommend Learning Convergence to any family needing reading support!

** FROM STRUGGLE TO HONOR ROLL THANKS TO THERESE **…read more We turned to Therese FitzRandolph after our son finished sixth grade. At the time, it was clear he was struggling with reading comprehension and test-taking. Therese met with us in person and completed a detailed assessment. For the first time, we had a clear picture of what he needed and how he learned. They met twice a week for 50-minute sessions throughout the next school year. Therese used storytelling, repetition, and verbal cues within a structured approach that gave him tools to follow a narrative, retain detail, and speak with clarity. Their final project was the recitation of a five-paragraph story. She read it aloud once. He took notes, reconstructed it in writing, and repeated the full story back to her word for word. This was not a monologue he had practiced for weeks. It was a cold read, a memory exercise, and a comprehension challenge all at once. He accomplished it through steady work and patient, consistent guidance. As the year unfolded, his confidence grew. His reading improved, and his understanding deepened across subjects. His test scores now place him above grade level. Our son earns honor roll grades, thinks through material carefully, asks questions, and speaks with insight. While many students focus on test prep and recall, he learned to engage in real analysis and deeper comprehension of the material. Therese helped our son step into his own mind. Her approach met him where he was and made space for his strengths to emerge. He enters high school with a stronger foundation, a clearer voice, and the belief that he can succeed. We are deeply grateful.

I have been using Ms. Susan tutoring services since 2019. First with my 8th grader who has special…read moreneeds and for the past year my oldest high schooler. Meeting her has been one of the greatest gifts, especially during the pandemic, she allowed my daughter to maintain and improve her reading level. She provides weekly assignments and progress reports. My daughters enjoy working with Ms. Susan, she is fabulous, patience with my children and reliable. I would highly recommend her services.

From the owner: With more than 15 years' experience tutoring English and English as a Second Language, I specialize…read morein evaluating my students' strengths and needs. I do my homework in preparing individual lesson plans that will help each student progress seamlessly in conjunction with his or her school curriculum. I have a Master's Degree in Special Education, Area of Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing and am capable of basic ASL. I am professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and motivated. Your satisfaction and learning are my priorities. Please feel free to contact my former students to hear how Susan Tutors' can help you read, write, and speak better in English. I also can help with organization of your response to assignments and test preparation.

Nanea has been helping my son for several years…read more We cannot say enough good things about Nanea. Working with her has been an absolute game changer for my son. Not only have his grades improved, but more importantly, his confidence has grown so much. She is patient, knowledgeable, and explains things in a way that truly clicks. She takes the time to make sure he understands the material instead of just rushing through it, and she genuinely cares about his success. My son actually looks forward to his sessions, which says everything. If you're looking for someone who is reliable, encouraging, and incredibly effective, I highly recommend Nanea. We are so grateful to have found her!

Nanea is very charismatic making math more enjoyable. She makes math simple and uses practical…read moreexamples in her teaching.

Brandon is an amazing tutor! My 15 year old daughter has been receiving tutoring from him since…read moremiddle school. She has gone from Cs and Ds in math to taking AP math classes, getting all As and Bs, and actually loving mathematics now. Brandon is very patient and he is very familiar with the SD school system math classes and he does an excellent job of aligning with class curriculum. We highly recommend 1502 Tutoring for any kids needing help with understanding math.

Brandon is the best tutor ever. I had him tutoring my cousin, and we noticed her grades go from Ds…read moreto As in less than a months. He is so easy to communicate with, so professional and polite. My cousin immediately felt comfortable working with him. He is extremely knowledgeable and easily adapts to any new curriculum thrown at him. I highly recommend.

Juliet has been working with my three children for awhile now and all three of my kids really enjoy…read moreworking with her. Juliet has a lot of experience in education and quickly figured out the strengths and areas needing improvement for each of my children. She has tailored her time with my kids based on their needs. She has her own curriculum and is flexible to allow other materials into her work with my kids. My kids find Juliet funny and makes the work fun yet challenging. They look forward to her visits. I would definitely recommend Juliet to other families in need of tutoring services.

From the owner: Hawk Educational Solutions of San Diego, CA provides Award-Winning Courses for Test Prep, SAT Prep,…read moreACT Prep, and College Essays. College Admissions Counseling is also offered to help shepherd you and your child through the undertaking to find the best overall institutional fit. Passionate and dedicated, Juliet Hawk and her team of test prep instructors, college consultants, and private tutors offer effective results-driven services that produce real results for K-12 university-bound students. Well aware of the increasingly competitive college admissions process, Hawk Educational Solutions personalizes all tutoring and prep courses for each individual student to ensure your child can take the first step toward scholastic achievement.

Greg is a great guitar player and patient instructor. He is detailed in his approach and develops a…read morecustomized lesson each week. More over, his lessons are fun and always leave me feeling like I have really accomplished something. A working musician who is always sharing tips about what to do and expect when gigging. He is encouraging and insightful, I would highly recommend Greg for guitar players of any skill level.

I just started taking lessons from Greg and he is a patient, kind and fantastic guitar instructor…read more Looking forward to advancing from beginner to proficient guitar player.

Since starting with Katina, my daughter's technique has improved drastically. She has learned…read moreproper breathing techniques, improved her resonance, and developed balance/strength in her voice. Katina teaches incredibly well because she is highly knowledgeable, has extensive training, and is kind. Her teaching style is direct, gentle, and always encouraging. The lessons are interesting because she knows a great deal of history behind classical songs and music theory. She's also able to answer questions constructively due to her background as a professional classical singer. My daughter feels inspired by Katina not only because she is a skilled singer but also because she has her thinking about learning opportunities in the singing community. Katina isn't just a teacher; she's a mentor, who cares about her students and thinks of their potential and future.

I've been taking voice lessons with Katina for over a year now. Working with her has been a…read moreprivilege. She's so kind and intuitive, will meet you exactly where you are vocally, and guide you in a way that makes sense to you. I've seen a lot of improvement in my singing, and despite having other vocal teachers in the past, I don't think this would have been possible without Katina. Absolutely worth the investment. Thank you Katina

My son was attending Mission Valley Academy ( middle school) and the teachers were awesome very…read more professionals and caring but as soon as my son started to attend Cook Center (high school) it was a nightmare his teacher was not patient at all and the principal didn't support the needs of my son, they didn't do anything to help him in his transition from middle school to HS. They never tried to have a meeting with us to try to find a solution for his needs, the principal just said that he cannot assist to Cook Center anymore.

I was also a former student, and I'm telling you: please do not send your child here!…read more The students at this school are not treated as individuals with their own gifts and their own ability to contribute meaningfully to our world. They are instead stripped of their identity, belittled and forced to comply with the demands of the staff by sheer aggression and violence. And every other aspect of the student's lives is negatively affected by the school's agenda as well, oftentimes by unfair and restrictive legal documentation that follows them for the rest of their lives and is very difficult to annul. Their practices also often result in students not graduating on time, (if at all,) which can cause irrevocable damage to their professional standing. I was lucky to leave and I never looked back, but some of the damage they inflicted stays with me, and I may not rectify it for a long time yet.