We have been bringing both our daughters to the Merrill Education Center for several years. Both of…read moretheir reading and math proficiency has accelerated and they have much more confidence in the classroom. During this recent distance-learning time, both Lynn and Nicole have really helped us supplement the online learning. Both girls reading and math scores have continued to increase, during these uncertain and chaotic times of online/homeschooling. My wife and I both highly recommend the Merrill education center.

During 2020 it became clear that both of my grandchildren would need help as we would homeschool…read morethem during the first year of the pandemic. Neither child knew how to read at the time. They were 8 and 6, and really needed help. With her knowledge and patience, Lynne Merrill began to work with them, and within the year they were both reading, above grade level! The programs that Lynne uses WORK, and along with her kind approach, the children had great success. Nicole Dudley also worked with them years ago, and has been tutoring both of them in math this year, making such a difference in their confidence and skills. She is also so kind and inspiring, and just a fantastic teacher! When I was a child, I wished for a tutor, especially for math, but we couldn't afford . Today I am so happy to give the gift of Lynne and Nicole to my grandchildren, and watch them flourish! I highly recommend Merrill Education Center, and I am beyond grateful for the help they continue to give to all of their students! Laura

Our experience with educational therapist Anel Mora is five-star. She immediately connected with…read moreour daughter's energy, identified her strengths, and builds on her knowledge every visit. Her ability to equip our daughter with greater understanding and ownership of material, despite participation at the end of a long school day, is apparent with our child's growing confidence as she bounds joyful out of each lesson. Anel has engaged as an advocate with our entire education team, adding directives, goals, and following up regularly. For a single working mother running her own business, Anel's consistent follow-up and professionalism is invaluable. Andrea Chernin as a business owner, and mother has work carefully and professionally with us in regards to pairing us with the right instructor, scheduling and billing. We could not appreciate your services more. Thank you!

I've been really happy with the progress I've been seeing with my son since starting with one of…read moreAndrea's associates. I was a bit hesitant because Andrea had glowing reviews from people I've spoken to but it's clear that her team is just as adept and skilled in the needs of students like my son.

My daughter has been attending Oak Park Montessori for several years, and we've been very happy…read morewith her experience. She has grown so much both academically and socially, and she's learned a wide variety of things. The school provides free meals every day, which is such a help for families. They also host wonderful events throughout the year, including Mother's Day and Father's Day celebrations, a Christmas party that bring every family together. We love seeing her come home with all kinds of writing and artwork from class, as well as plants and vegetables she's helped grow in their garden. It's clear the teachers put a lot of care and thought into creating a nurturing, engaging environment for the children. I'm grateful for everything Oak Park Montessori has done for my daughter and our family.

This school has been such a blessing to my two year old son. It's traditional Montessori…read moreaccompanied with a lot of outside play time for toddlers, and the biggest outdoor play area for kids that I've seen from all of the schools in the area. The teachers are fantastic and the director Ms Mary is great! They send alot of updates in the app like when your child eats and naps and photos of them learning in the day and playing. Lunch and snacks are also included which is super nice and convenient. I really do love this school and I know my son does too!

My kids did summer camp with Amanda at Wild Things and had a great time. Amanda is so friendly and…read morewelcoming, and she let our 2 year old try out camp even though he had just started to potty train and had never been to a preschool or drop off camp before! She sent me a picture of my boys playing in the creek and let me know how they were doing. We also had to postpone camp due to our kids getting sick, and this was not a problem at all. As parents we really appreciate flexibility when kids get sick or our plans change. Thanks Amanda and we look forward to doing more camps/classes with you in the future!

From the owner: Session 2 of our child and caregiver (aka mommy and me) classes start this week and next! Come join…read moreour Messy Art and/or Nature Explorers classes in Oak Park or Agoura Hills. Check out our Class page and our Book Online page for more details, schedules, and to see our most popular classes (because we know being social is an important part of mommy and me). We hope to see you soon!

I'm not quite sure what happened here... I requested that my 2 year old and 5 year old take Intro…read moreto French together. Was told that my 5 year old was too old for that class so he needed to attend class on a different day and time. Not ideal for a working mom but hey, not the end of the world! He came in for the 5-8 year old class and after the class ended, the instructor told us that he wasn't going to learn anything in her class and it's pointless for him to be there. Not sure what kind of teacher would ever say such a thing but especially since my 5 year old has been speaking Spanish and English since he learned to talk. Andie, the owner of Tribú, told me that if we put him in a French class at his age, he will soak it up like a sponge, especially if he is already bilingual. So back to picking him up and feeling confused about how a teacher can make an assessment that it's pointless for him to be there and convinced he won't learn, especially after he's only been to one class --- but I figured I could speak to the owner and get more information. What I come to learn is that the class is comprised entirely of 8 year olds! After being told he couldn't join his brother in the younger kids class - which would have worked better for our schedule, as I originally inquired about, I asked if there was another class we could try and never heard back. Not sure what's going on but I feel sad and doubtful this is a nurturing environment for learning based purely on the teacher and owner. PS when I asked my five year old what he learned in French the next day, he told me something in French!

Our 4 year old loves this school. Ms. Gina is amazing and truly nurtures the kids--so much fun and…read morelearning.

Jump Gym has truly become the highlight of our kids' week. Our daughter has grown so much…read morehere--gaining confidence, strength, and skills with coaches who genuinely cheer her on. And now our son has joined in with his Ninja/Parkour class, which he looks forward to all week. He talks about the obstacles and challenges nonstop, and it's been amazing to see how much it's building his persistence and problem-solving. We also love the environment. It's clean, welcoming, and you can feel how much the staff cares. We always know our kids are safe and supported. But the biggest gift has been the confidence they've developed. They trust their bodies, they try hard things, and they've learned that falling is part of getting better. That mindset alone is priceless. Jump Gym hasn't just taught them skills--it's given them a foundation of physical confidence and self-belief we're so grateful for.

My daughter came from a huge gym that pumped out gymnasts like a factory. The girls there felt like…read morea number and had to fight for time on the equipment. It was a hard decision to leave but we couldn't be happier we did. Here at Jump my daughter feels seen, valued, and appreciated. The coaches are amazing and everyone was so welcoming. Within minutes of our first trial my daughter and I knew we were home. I cant deny how absolutely happy she looks when at the gym. I can't wait to see her thrive here through the years.

Robert is the best tutor I have ever worked with in any class, subject, or test preparation course…read more I improved my ACT score from 24 to 30 in just a few sessions with him. He was willing to work at my pace, and set the precedent that if I was willing to complete all of my work between sessions, he would get me exactly where I wanted to go. His understanding of the reading section particularly made a huge difference for me. Robert got me to think about how the ACT wanted me to think about the questions, and changed my mentality completely. I ended up at my dream school, and have continued to employ many of the strategies he taught me in college. P.S. He's also an amazing guy who can get along with anyone, which makes training for standardized exams much more enjoyable for all of his students.

During the college application process, my son needed help editing his essays. We were referred to…read moreRobert by a friend, and we have been blown away by how perfectly he met my son's needs! He helped my son to dig deep and come up with meaningful and thoughtful content to write about. He offered clear and effective tips to help structure in the essay writing process. He was able to take mundane topics and helped my son transform them into an exciting read on paper. Robert is a magical wordsmith! I would highly recommend him to anyone that needs help with the college application essays!

For the past 2 1/2 years, I've been dealing with an absolute nightmare--waking up almost every…read morenight to the sound of rats behind my walls, and hearing them run through my hallways during the day. It got so bad that it triggered severe OCD and constant anxiety. What made this situation even worse was discovering the source--open pipes that were never sealed, allowing rats to come straight from the sewer into my home. They were even chewing through my drywall. That's when Monica, Joey, Fransisco and the team stepped in--and honestly, they saved me. They were incredibly professional, always on time, and committed to solving the problem the right way. This wasn't a one-visit fix--they came out over 30 times to make sure everything was fully handled and sealed properly. Their persistence, attention to detail, and genuine care made all the difference. I finally have peace in my home again. I can't thank them enough. If you're dealing with anything similar, don't hesitate to call them.

* Immediate response and fast arrival * Professional,…read moreefficient, and reliable service * Excellent follow-up with weekly check-ins * Very responsive, even after business hours * Truly listened to and addressed all concerns * Fair, negotiable pricing with no pressure to pay the whole amount at once Highly recommend P.S. special thanks to Monica, she is one of the best.

Mini Steps Academy is hands down the best daycare you will find! After several daycare tours, we…read moreinstantly felt so at peace with JJ. She genuinely cares about every single child and made us feel right at home. We loved the effort and thought that goes into her daily routines and activities for different stages of development. Our 7-month old son lights up every morning when he sees JJ and there's no better feeling as a parent! Her rates are very fair, her communication is wonderful, and she even offers an affordable food plan with high-quality meal options. We are so grateful we found Mini Steps Academy!

We love Ms JJ at Mini Steps Academy! After losing our nanny after our move and a horrific…read moreexperience with another daycare, we were grateful to find her! We started our boys at 7 months and 2.5 years old and couldn't be happier. She has a great academic program to prepare the older kids for kindergarten (my now 3 year old knows his letters and can count to 100), and gives all her love to those under 2 helping them with their milestones too. Her rates are fair for the service she is providing, she also has a meal plan so I don't have to worry about packing food. I highly recommend this daycare if you are in the Conejo Valley area! She is licensed.

I have had two kids in Medea. The older one graduated oak park high this May(2025) and will…read morecontinue her education journey in Purdue University. The second kid is going to 8th grade this fall. The culture in Medea is much like the culture in other schools in OPUSD: the educators, parents and students are all on the same page to propel each other going forward, to achieve growth in all areas of the kids lives. Medea is the right school to be if your focus is your child's growth and your child is ready to take on some good challenges from the teachers. The traffic can be avoided if you time it well.

I mean i don't know what all those one star guys are talking bout, but to be honest it's a good…read moreschool, has some weird rules, has some dishonesties, but, you know, not a bad school. ASB need to work on the Friday videos. The montage is not good... but it doesn't affect the school process that much. The one star ones have a point: yes, a lot of traffic, I use a bike though. Yes, some biasing amongst the teachers and staff, but there are plenty of staff in charge, even if some don't agree with your point, others, maybe who are in more charge, or even less, will explain and help you. Someone racist or homophobic? That is a giant no-no, even if a teacher is like that. So yeah! Great school.