A retrospective review. My kids attended EDU before the pandemic. One reason I chose EDU was because of their afterschool pickup service from nearby schools. This is convenient for parents who are busy in the middle of the day. The front office staff, David and Marissa were always pleasant to the parents. I think they're a husband and wife team. The "teachers" ranged in experience and abilities. The chess teacher at the time was probably their best teacher. At the other end of the spectrum there were some teachers that were on the level of volunteer moms handing out pre-printed work sheets and just monitoring the class. At the time they were operating out of office spaces in Bishop Ranch. There was no real outdoor activity/play time. Cost was average to above average to the market rates in the area. They decorated their lobby with pennant flags from high profile universities but don't let this set your expectation. They won't turn your child into an Ivy leaguer. Your child's results may vary with retention of Mandarin Chinese learned at any afterschool school program. It heavily depends on usage outside of the classroom. Just a note to set realistic expectations. read more

EDU Express has really been amazing for our twin girls, who are now in first grade. They offer services to help pick up at school and have curriculum that both reinforces their school work (to ensure good grades) and also educated them beyond, complex math and Mandarin Chinese (simplified and traditional) language included. They also are located in an area where they have some amazing after-school programs like dancing/ ballet, Kung-fu, Mathnasium, Coding classes, etc. -- our children truly love it there. read more

In these unprecedented times during a pandemic, we were lucky to find EDU. The directors prioritize the health and safety of the kids and planned extensively to provide a clean and tranquil learning environment. They are attentive to the needs of my kids especially during these challenging times of remote learning. I am grateful for the one on one attention my kids are getting, not only do they help facilitate remote learning from our primary school, but also provide enrichment programs to keep my kids engaged and curious. I especially appreciate the extensive communication from the directors and teachers regarding the progress of my kids. As a working parent, nothing can compare to the peace of mind knowing your kids are in good hands. read more

Not impressed by their professionalism, or lack there of. I called the number on yelp. Some man answered the phone without acknowledging the business. I asked if this was the right number for EDU Express. He said yes but to call someone else. He proceeds to give me some lady's number. I call her and very lackadaisically she asks what I want. I tell her my interest for my daughter and that I'd like a tour and more information about their program. We scheduled something for that Monday. We show up on time. No one is there to greet us. We finally flag someone who looks utterly confused at our presence. We tell her we have an appointment. She tells us to wait 5 minutes. 15 minutes later she says the woman we were to meet with was stuck in bad traffic (hm?!?) and would be here in 10 minutes. Honestly, I think she forgot she had an appointment. We took time off work, my husband left SF early to make the appointment in the middle of the day and we weren't even offered the courtesy of a phone call pushing back the appointment or a heads up that she was "running late." Needless to say we did not wait any longer and left. And I'm sure it goes without saying that we won't be trusting these people with our child. read more

EDU has been a god sent! David and Marysa has guided and taught my highly active and sensitive 7 yr old son as if he was their own.. Even during the pandemic, EDU was able to cultivate a excellent curriculum. My son was taught Spanish 2x week, Mandarin 2x and 3-D printing in addition to additional Core Math and English classes...it's been incredible to see the improvements throughout the year. EDUs summer program has been hands down the best ( and I've been to many of them). From USS hornet, Coyote Hills ( bird watching), Lake Chabot (hiking and boating experience), Oakland zoo (animal habitats) boomers and SF ferry. You name it; they did it.. I can't express my thank you and I'm sad to be leaving this fall as we head back to the classrooms ( I'm in another school district) but I highly recommend this place read more

Both my daughter and son have been going to EduExpress for several years and absolutely love it. They really enjoy their time here and made many friends. EduExpress has an excellent After School Program, filled with great teachers and a variety of classes (Chinese, Spanish, English, Math, Drawing, and Coding). Not only are my children exposed to different academic classes, their teachers at EduExpress help them with their school homework and make sure everything is completed before the end of the day. Their Summer Camp Program is filled with fun field trips and classes. Their facility is clean, the staff is friendly and nice, and both the owners are knowledgeable and approachable. I would recommend this place to any parents who are interested in sending their children here!! read more

As you can see, I have rated this place a 1 star.(would have rated it a zero star if possible) Here's why.... Moving from Houston, Texas was a extremely huge change for my family and I. Looking for an ideal after school for my child mattered a lot to me. We looked into it, and found a after school that looked good online. It's nice was Edu express.I went and looked into it. I then figured that visiting the place was the best thing to do. Approaching Edu, it had a lovely curve-appeal, looking at the inside, it was a completely different story. Stains on carpets...spots on walls. Spectating the kids with groans on their faces, depressed looks, at first sight, I knew for sure my kid would NOT be attending this place. I did even some more research and even found out some stories about the place.... They are such biased to girls. Here's an example....one day a boy (that shall not not be named) casually does his normal routine ( arriving at Edu, setting his backpack down, then heading his way to the desks to sit down to do his hw). Except that day, he chooses to lick a lollipop while doing so. That's when the "principle" comes and catches him red handed. In Edu, there is a snack room where the kids are supposed to go when eating or having candy. So she comes and notifies him that the snack room is where he needs to go. So he does. A few hours later that same day, a girl comes with a lollipop in her mouth and literally goes up to the "principle" and informs her that she has completed her assignments for school. The "principle" did not mention one thing whatsoever about the lollipop. Sometimes they forget to pick you up from school!! When this incident happens with middle schoolers, and they forget about you, they blame it all on you with no sorry because you didn't give them a call. They still lame it on and don't apologize when you don't even have their number. Kids without phones what will they do? Elementary students? What will they do? Nothing happens on Wednesday's. You pay them and expect them to provide you as much info. as possible. On Wednesday there is no class. Monday: Language Arts Tuesday/Thursday: Math. Not sure what happens on Friday, but you get the point. Think about it this way. You have some oranges, and you're planing to make some nice homemade OJ. To get the most out of your oranges, you gotta squeeze every little bit out of the oranges. Not a set/organized schedule. Normal after schools have a nice and organized repetitive schedule that flows nicely. Not in this after school. Very chaotic, and every day, kids are asking were they need to be. Independence is not involved in this way of transitioning from room to room. Nothing to do. When a parent is late to pick up their child, the kid waits helplessly with nothing at all do, well besides standing and waiting of course. After schools should have activities/things to do to keep the kids company. This is what my mind can currently think of about why your kid should absolutely not go here. Of course that there is more that should be added...but here are some reasons. read more

EDU still owes me deposits. We gave them thirty days notice before we left. They still do not want to give the deposit back.

The students here are mean. Some things you will constantly hear is go die in a hole. The teachers are ok but they are always yelling at the bad kids so we don't learn anything. I wouldn't really recommend this to anyone read more

I love the environment at EDU. The staff there are friendly and nice. Summer camps keep the kids busy and provide them opportunities to try new things. This year they focused on coding and got my kid really excited. They are located right of Crow Canyon exit, would recommend! read more

My children have been attending this after school for 5 years and we love it . The teachers and staffs are very kind and patient. We also attend summer camps for several years , and the schedule is packed kids can explore many topics from coding , lego , adventure explore . It is a great environment for kids to grow. Highly recommended !!!! read more

If there was a zero star option, I would also choose it. I recently moved to San Ramon from Mexico. I went to check out this after school for my 7 year old daughter. I don't think it should be in a place where other adults work. They lack professionalism and some kids already at there said that the teachers are mean. The wall paint is falling off and it looks like it has been smashed. I came from Mexico looking for a better wife my my daughter beautiful wife. At our past home in Mexico, there was a school and they always snuck behind my house to smoke weed and cigarettes. I confronted them in my backyard and they said they wouldn't do it again. A week later, they were smoking on my lawn. The kids there look sad and they don't want to be there. It also seems that girls get better treatment then the boys. Yes, I agree too, boys can be a handful. Here is an example: A boy accidentily slipped and his pencil went flying out of his hand. Some girl in the same class also did something similar but the girl didn't get in trouble but the boy did.. I'm okay with my daughter being treated nicely, but for other kids they do not. When my friend was late picking up her son, her son was standing there doing nothing. I think they should have activities or games to play in stead of sitting at the office doing nothing for a long time. My friend said that her son complained to her that it so boring and he was waiting for 30 minutes. Basically to sum it all up, I don't think this should be reccomended to other kids. They don't seem professional and they seem mean to the kids there. This might be a safe environment for kids but I am ascertain that I will not send my daughter to this place. - Jacob Paul read more

My daughter has been staying in EDU Express for about 3 years and she loves everything there! They offer fantastic summer camp with field trips to Apple store/SF zoo/ Microsoft/six flags! The after school academics are also outstanding, my daughter feels so easily when she transferred to private school in her second grade. She did not feel any gap, especially in reading and math. EDU also has excellent Spanish and Chinese classes to help kids enhance their language study. They also help me drop off and pickup my daughter to and from dancing school twice every week without any extra fee, saving my time and no more rush! read more

It has been a nice experience over the lasy 5 years; best place for kids and teachers are good, very safe and secure environment