Four years ago I had come to the office looking for help getting a permit, and I had a really bad…read moreexperience. The woman who was supposed to help me took a look at my transcript, said no, and sent me on my way. No support, no guidance, no appeared interest in wanting to answer any of my questions. I remember leaving discouraged and confused because I couldn't understand why my classmates, who all had the same courses as me, were able to get a permit and I wasn't. I remember being frustrated and not wanting to go back to the office because it seemed like a waste of time. Fast forward to today, I met with a credential specialist named Mario Castillo who was super helpful! He was very patient with me and helped walk me through the process of what I needed to do. He offered me different options for what I was interested in getting, and showed me all the forms I could use for the application. He was very knowledgeable, and it was clear he knew how to do his job and could do it well. I left feeling encouraged, and I left with a much better taste in my mouth of the County of Education office. I now feel like I know what next steps I need to take, and I don't feel as lost. Good customer service really does make a difference, and I'm glad that Mario was able to assist me today.

I have been coming here for over the past decade for a variety of reasons. Mostly meetings and…read moreworkshops, but recently I have been coming for in services and trainings for the new Common Core Standards and its implementation. The presenters and support staff have been friendly, encouraging, and very helpful. The office are old but well kept and have been upgraded over the years. (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/san-diego-county-office-of-education-san-diego?select=haTpVOz-zlXRXVj0JsuaNw#ZYOjeo93-wPq-L1gDw3Rlg) The landscape is always well maintained, (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/san-diego-county-office-of-education-san-diego?select=haTpVOz-zlXRXVj0JsuaNw#wKwCxgMAJ2XLppYwVIlgZQ) with plenty of places to sit out doors. They have a technology center to support educators and students. (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/san-diego-county-office-of-education-san-diego?select=haTpVOz-zlXRXVj0JsuaNw#VlauAB4UwfgNYmmut6CVcw) One thing that really impressed me was Internet access and fast and reliable band with. It is a screaming demon when it comes to downloads. The offices sport a cafeteria with daily specials, and serve breakfast and lunch. I have eaten there a few times and the food has been good, especially for cafeteria food.

I can't say enough good things about this business and about Jeni Rayle. She is everything you…read morecould want in an advocate; she is knowledgeable, she truly cares about the families she represents and she will fight for your child to recieve the services they deserve. We had spent years disappointed with our autistic son's placement in SDUSD. She helped us figure out what options he had and helped us navigate our next steps. We had our IEP meeting this week and we could not be happier with the results. I cannot thank her enough for advocating for our son! She changed his life by getting him placed in an environment where he can get the help he needs (and deserves)!

This is what $750 will get you with Jennifer Rayle…read more 12 days to review a small 2 year preschool ESN file, another 3 days to respond to me asking for an update. 3 hours to create a "binder to review " (that I never saw) we had ONE 30 minute phone call where she talked about herself and how much she hates her former employer SDUSD. Sent ONE over aggressive email requesting an IEP (that no one responded to) and took almost every penny of my retainer. This woman will take your case with her mind already made up on what to do next without ever meeting your child. After careful consideration I decided to retain Jennifer for her advocacy services for my kindergartner. I requested a review of her current IEP amendment and wanted recommendation if I should sign the document. During our phone calls it was very hard to keep on topic but I thought wow she's passionate and has many story's of experience. She continued for over 30 mins to discuss her past grievances with SDUSD, former coworkers and anyone who is an employee of the district. On the phone she could understand my concerns and said let's request a new IEP meeting and assessment- Great! I agreed, she went on to say "I already know we're not going to agree with their assessment- we can get that done THEN request a district funded IEE. (Sounds like a premeditated plan to drag out the process but okay) I was unsure of what an IEE was but i said okay while thinking to myself is that necessary, what if we DO agree? Upon reading the sent email (2 aggressive paragraphs by the way) she requested an FBA (behavior analysis) even tho my child has zero reported behavior concerns. This alarmed me- I don't want to request more than what's needed, I don't want to overwhelm the system or teachers. I just wanted a review of the original file and recommendation to sign or not. When I messaged about my concerns & mentioned I do not what an FBA ie. what if they comply with my requests and we agree with their new assessment? She stated it's all for "data" and we definitely wouldn't agree with them- she is the expert and she's not in the going to beg me to retain her services. Right there that's all I needed to hear- she's not in the business of HEARING your situation or tailoring her services- she hates the school district, she has distain for her former employees and wants you for the long term as a client, to drag the process on by requesting unnecessary data and if you disagree- she will speak to you as if you work for her and keep your retainer. To be clear this is what she did Took 12 days to review a very small 2 year file 3 days to respond to my request for an update 1- 30 min call where she rambled about herself and distain for SDUSD 1 overly aggressive email requesting unnecessary data to keep us as a client long term EQUALS $628 -- RUN AS FAST AS YOU CAN

I can't begin to tell you how immensely the teachers have helped my First grader grow academically,…read moreas well as, socially. My daughter started in Kindergarten with low confidence in her ability to succeed. She couldn't read or even count to twenty... and now she is reading, doing math, and writing. She is now in first grade and is and Loves going to Banyan Tree she loves the teachers but most importantly she has confidence and loves to learn.

I was very excited to learn of Banyan tree. I had a very nice meeting with Nanci and she filled me…read morewith lots of hope. I followed up with her for a brief assessment and paid her $300. And then heard nothing from them despite repeated attempts. Back to square one. An incredibly disappointing experience.

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.

I was referred by a coworker and am very glad I listen to him. The instructor, Douglas D Duncan,…read morewas very knowledgeable and kept me awake during class. He had the most random voice inflections that really kept me on my toes. By the end of the week I really didn't think I could retain any more information but his acronyms, graphs on the board and relating the information to personal experience is what made the information stick in my head. I passed the test!

I came here for the two day Real Estate Exam prep course. My instructor was Art. Art was a very…read moreknowledgeable broker who spent the two days on material that was going to be presented on the state exam. The class was interactive with the use of remote control quiz questions. Pretty sweet thing Kaplan!

Mad Science of San Diego came to my house and put on a private science show birthday party in my…read moreback yard. It was really wonderful and very interactive. Stas was awesome and really held the kids' attention. The parents and kids alike loved it.

My child was been participating in a Mad Science after school program at his school and overall he…read morehad really enjoyed the experiments and learning activities. The concept of making science fun for kids is great and he was excited to attend. We had a slight concern regarding the way my child was spoken to by one of the instructors, but they made efforts to reassure me that they would rectify the situation, and meant no harm. Overall it was a miscommunication issue, with a lot of kids running around, I understand how things can be misinterpreted. I appreciate the instructor and staff communicating with me.

Alexa's PLAYC has been truly life-changing for our family!…read more Both of our children have attended PLAYC, and between them, we have experienced nearly every classroom in the program. As parents, there is no greater gift than knowing your children are loved, supported, challenged, and celebrated every day. That is exactly what we found at Alexa's PLAYC. Our son was diagnosed with autism while attending PLAYC, and the support we received during that time was extraordinary. The staff not only embraced him for who he is, but also partnered with us every step of the way to help him grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Because of the foundation built at PLAYC, he successfully transitioned into a general education kindergarten classroom and continues to thrive. We will forever be grateful for the role this program played in his journey. Our daughter has also flourished at PLAYC since she was a toddler. The warmth, care, and dedication shown by every teacher and staff member have made her school experience joyful and enriching. What makes Alexa's PLAYC so special is its commitment to serving all children. It is a remarkable model of inclusion where children with autism and their typically developing peers learn, play, and grow together in a supportive environment. The sense of community is unlike anything we have experienced elsewhere. The teachers and staff go above and beyond every single day. Their passion, professionalism, and genuine love for children are evident in everything they do. PLAYC is not simply a preschool, it is a place where children build confidence, friendships, independence, and a love of learning. We are incredibly grateful to the entire PLAYC team for the impact they have had on our family. If you are looking for an exceptional early childhood program that truly changes lives, I cannot recommend Alexa's PLAYC highly enough!!!

Alexa's PLAYC is a truly special center…read more Our daughter has been there since she was 18 months. She was shy and apprehensive when she started, and has since grown into an independent, spirited, and fun-loving toddler. We are so thankful to the teachers and staff for providing our girl with a safe, welcoming place to explore and learn. There are so many things I could say, but here are a few highlights: * The teachers and staff are all highly trained on, and passionate about, early childhood education. Having come from another daycare, I can really see how Alexa's PLAYC is intentional about every element of the space. They use evidence-based philosophies, reflect constantly on what the children are exploring, and update the different spaces responsively. If the kids seem to want to explore different textures, they will document it and add more sensory materials. * There is a garden!!! It is beautifully maintained by the outdoor teacher. We love that our daughter gets to spend time in nature each week. The playgrounds are also spacious and full of enriching activities. * There is fun programming, like the weekly live music class! Because of Alexa's PLAYC's affiliation with Rady Children's Hospital, there are extra fun events sprinkled throughout the year. We had visits from a monster truck and a penguin from the zoo in the past few months. * The classrooms are mixed-age and inclusive -- meaning that our toddler has been able to make friends of all backgrounds. I believe that she's made leaps and bounds in her socialization and learning as a result. Though she was barely speaking at the time of enrollment, our daughter's language and imaginative play have since exploded. * Alexa's PLAYC's commitment to supporting children across the neurodiversity spectrum results in an incredibly supportive enviroment. For example, they are diligent about maintaining the low teacher-to-student ratio. Truly, though, words fail to describe the everyday magic that Alexa's PLAYC creates... We love seeing our daughter come home with paint on her face and dirt on her pants -- the signs of a creative mind hard at work (play)! It is so fun getting glimpses of her world at daycare. She will play guitar (in the style of the music teacher), water our plants (like she would in the garden), and proudly talk about new friends and hobbies ("I sit bicycle!"). It has been such a joy to see our daughter, and so many other children, blossom at Alexa's PLAYC.

The Worst place ever!!!!!!!!! Be careful they will literally rob u and give u nothing back.. I paid…read morea lot but still didn't get my acceptance. The big lie is when I contact them for a refund or another university choice they said you would have to pay more 100$. I mean is this for real. And they have the worst service and no respect at all !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Find another honest office and don't go there

Wanted to leave a review before finding out if I achieved a passing grade so I would not be biased…read more We had a group of ten people, we learned to work together and study together. Our instructor, Michael Liganor is phenomenal and I kept thinking how blessed we were to have him. I told him I learned so much just on my first day of lectures. He definitely could get picked up to be a Medical Director or some other fancy title of a hospital but he was here.... With us! Blessed! The school makes it easy to sign up and get paperwork done. They also offer students of the school discounted classes so take advantage! Tiffany, Sun and Michael are super effective communicators and are very helpful and can answer all your questions about CNA, or any of the many classes they offer. TIP: if you can take the BLS class at the school it is cheaper.

Finished the MA program here and let me tell you, Ms. Winnie is the most amazing instructor I've…read moreever had. She is so funny, stern, and thorough when it comes to learning every concept and competency. Learning from her made me more motivated to push through any mental blocks I had. I wish there were more instructors like her in every school. Will definitely miss being in the program.