I wouldn't be surprised if Yelp takes this review down (FOR A 2nd TIME) but that would be…read moreincredibly disappointing, considering this platform is meant for people to share all experiences, not just the positive ones. The administration at this school is fully aware of how poorly they've treated their staff. Instead of addressing the issues, they seem more focused on hiding the truth. For this matter my daughter will not enroll in this school. The front staff are so rude! They need to be trained on proper customer service. And the principal is rude as well. They all need better training! But what's done in the dark always finds its way to the light. To any parents considering this school please think twice. For the sake of your children and the educators who deserve better.

Merryhill has been a wonderful experience for our family. My son thrived under Ms. Charu's…read morethoughtful and dedicated teaching--she truly brought out the best in him. The staff and school community are warm, supportive, and create an environment where kids feel encouraged and excited to learn. We're so grateful for the positive impact this school has had on our child.

We enrolled our child to their learning pod program during the pandemic, the facility did a great…read morejob ensuring the cleanliness and safety of the children and staff. We couldn't be happier! The learning pods concept was new to our family but the staff did an excellent job caring for our child. I really appreciated that the staff took time to get to know my child, which was importatnt to me. The teachers were able to encourage my child to learn by incorporating games/playing in the learning process. The facility has great learning materials to help my child learn and stay engaged, i.e. sight words, math, reading books, etc. Lastly, being a new mom to a child who just entered grade school, Ms. Swati was very supportive and engaging on my journey. I'd recommend their service! We're looking forward to enrolling our child to their afternoon school program in the Fall.

My son has been with them for 6 years, we had a great experience. They made homework manageable,…read moreand have other classes and activities that add a cherry on top of it. They also offer good summer camp and extras.

Before my child first joined the Bay Area chess after-school program, there were a lot of losses…read moreand tough games. Over time, those losses turned into draws. I'm liking what I see so far.

Just completed 08/11-08/15 2025 Summer Chess Camp yesterday for both of my daughters ages 9 and 7…read more They both loved it and I am so greatful that they show more interest on playing chess now. They also mention that they very much enjoy the class and would love to sign up for another session in the future with coach Jason. I also had the opportunity to talk to coach Jason on drop off / pick up time and can see that he is very passionate and knowledgable about chess and was able to answer all my chess questions and even give me a run down and how to take advantage from ChessKid beyond the chess camp sessions that I signed up for. Exactly just what I need for my kids, someone who is passionate about chess and care about their learning journey process along the way. 10/10

My 4-year-old son has always loved drawing.Back when we lived in San Francisco,he tried a few…read moredifferent art classes, but we recently moved to San Jose and wanted to find something new here. A friend in our community recommended XART,and we thought the free trial class was a great way to test it out. Since my son is still adjusting to a new environment,we tried a few different schools. What really stood out about XART is the teaching style.Unlike other places where the teacher draws a line and the kids just copy it,here the teacher explains first and then lets the children create on their own. This gives them so much more room to be creative. After just one trial class, we decided to enroll. The teacher was wonderful,and my son came out smiling and proud of his work.We're so happy to see him enjoying art again. Honestly,this feels like the best kids art class in San Jose!

My 6-year-old has a hard time sitting still and focusing, so I wasn't sure how he would do in an…read moreart class. But at XART, the projects were broken down step by step, and the teacher knew exactly how to keep the kids engaged. He ended up finishing his lantern project with so much focus! It gave me hope that art might be the key to helping him develop patience.

My children have taken gymnastics classes and have tried the dance classes too and we're thoroughly…read moreimpressed with the staff. We've been to places where the staff clearly has no regard for child development and/or are too overbearing wanting children to perform every exercise perfectly when it's recreational gymnastics. They understand toddlers are who they are and they let them be without adding undue pressure to parents. They also gently redirect children who are having a challenging time following along and do great modeling for English learners like my children. The staff here is thoughtful and has made sure to say their goodbyes to the kiddos when they are moving on from leading a class. My children have gained incredible confidence and gymnastics is the one activity they never wants to miss. This place is worth every penny!

Do not book a birthday here....I booked a birthday from 11-1pm and I was told at 12:15 that the…read morekids couldn't return to gym after the cake. There was 45 minutes left in the party. I had 20 kids staring at me plus the parents. Some kids were dropped off until 1pm. The owner was not there. She left 4 teenage girls to run the show. I spent about 20 minutes pleading to let the kids go play. DO NOT BOOK A BIRTHDAY HERE!!!

I like that its only for kids at a young age, so they don't get overwhelmed with being around older…read morekids. Love that there's so much for the Littles to discover. We've been here twice and my son loved when they had the curious George attraction. He also absolutely loved the water station, be prepared to bring an extra change of clothes and towels for the little ones. And let them play in the water area last cause my son will not play elsewhere after he discovers the water station!

This place is awesome! I've only been twice so far and have already signed up for a membership…read morebecause I can see myself coming here with my family more during the warmer summer months. My 1.5 year old's favorite exhibits are the water/ball area, outdoor bubbles, market stand with the pretend food, and the dancing room. They also have a room that you can rent out for birthday parties, which would be so fun for all the guests!

Wonderful summer program for grade school kids merging arts and science with super experienced…read morestaff. Most of the activities take a science theme and have children use their art skills to illustrate. The kids keep a daily journal of all their activities.

We love camp captivate!…read more The teachers are real teachers with 20+ years of experience, not high school kids. They're so sweet and their kids have done the camp. Our kids love the mix of science and art. We've come for years for both kids!

Daughter joined start of this year at 2.5 years old and was shy, but after regular attendance for…read morethe Preschool Arts program and dance participation she has grown in motor skills, potty training, and vocabulary. Small class sizes and caring instructors have helped her learn days of the week and gain creativity. Highly recommend the program.

My 9-year-old daughter attended Dance Affair Studio and performed in their Winter Recital of 2025,…read moreand I couldn't have been more impressed. From the moment we walked in, it was clear how supportive, organized, and professional the staff and instructors are. The instructors do an incredible job of balancing discipline with encouragement, helping the kids build confidence while genuinely enjoying what they're doing. Watching my daughter perform, I could clearly see how much growth she's had--not just in technique, but in confidence and stage presence--and that credit absolutely goes to the training and care she receives here. The recital itself was well run, thoughtfully choreographed, and showcased each dancer in a way that made them feel proud of their hard work. As a parent, it means a lot to see a studio that truly invests in its students. I'm very grateful to the entire Dance Affair team for creating such a positive environment and for helping my daughter shine on stage. Highly recommend to any parent looking for quality dance instruction and a supportive community.