My son came to Speech Goals for several months and attended a weekly group session with Miss Kathy…read more Kathy is great and creates a welcoming and fun environment for the kids. Each week, she would try and incorporate different activities that would appeal to the kids but still help them come out of their shells and develop their language skills. A lot of exercises would be around finding things around the room and helping the child name it out loud to build their confidence in using their words. There were also other set routines built into the class, such as the hello/goodbye song, playtime, snack time, and then music time. I've interacted with different members of the staff and other speech therapists through Speech Goals since my time here and I've been very impressed with the professionalism and genuine level of care everyone has for the kids that come through the program. The only thing I would wish to change is the level of parental involvement that is required. We came for two hours each week, which was really very difficult to do with a full-time work schedule. In fact, we qualified to come twice a week, four hours total, but I knew there was no way I could commit to doing that. It would be nice if there was an option where the classes were either shorter, or the parent could drop off the child and pick them up when class was over like some other speech programs do. Especially when a good amount of the two-hour block is spent during playtime, where the kids get free play in the facility's indoor play area. There is definitely a benefit in helping kids get their energy out and build their gross motor skills but I'd rather focus the time there on the specific exercises targeted toward his speech and take him to the park after work hours for playtime. But overall, Speech Goals can be a very valuable place to go to to help address early development needs for your toddler. Thank you for the partnership these last few months!

Miss Kathy has been my son's speech therapist for almost a year now, and she has made this learning…read moreprocess such a breeze. She's soft spoken, gentle, and kind. I really liked her approach and flexibility with my strong-willed kiddo. He went from a couple words to little sentences, and we always enjoyed our time with her. She was also so helpful with general parenting questions I'd bring up and so supportive when my son had a tough time transitioning between activities.

My experience at Wings Learning Center was extremely unprofessional and deeply disappointing…read more During my time there, my interactions with the program director were some of the most challenging I've encountered in any workplace. In my personal experience, her leadership style felt harsh, dismissive, and misaligned with what a supportive work environment should provide. I also found that the HR practices did not offer the support or fairness employees typically expect. When staff raised concerns, the environment often felt intimidating rather than collaborative, which made it difficult to feel safe speaking up. Like most work places always document everything. The leadership culture I encountered made it a difficult place to thrive.

This place is a life changer for our son who is on the Autism spectrum. He's been going to Wings…read moresince he was 6 years old and was non-verbal. He's 18 now and can communicate verbally. Wings team of Teachers, OT's, Speech Therapist and staff have seen to his special needs and have helped with his communication and focus and he has the ability to follow simple direction which has helped him at school and home. We've been very fortunate to have him attend Wings.

My daughter spent 3 years at Stanbridge Academy, the education is definitely a little behind, but…read moremy biggest concern with this school is safety. My daughter was assaulted by male student on campus repeatedly and my daughter informed the principal and several staff members and zero of them reported this to us as her parents or police. In fact when I brought it up to the school they blamed my daughter for the assault, this floored me given this is no where near the truth. If you have a daughter especially please be very careful, no child should have to experience what mine went through and is still going to therapy for 9 months later. The head of the school Julie is the one who blamed my daughter for being assaulted and claimed her word was less credible due to her being autistic, these people are supposed to be keeping our children safe and us as parents informed. Please be careful sending your children here

This school was very helpful for my disabilities. As I first came here in 2012, it was a difficult…read moretime getting to know everyone there at first, but as the years passed by, it got better.

One of the most differse school communities in the Bay Area for both staff and students. Quiet…read morehalls and student work everywhere you turn. Amazing teaching in each grade and it is clear that the children are expected to achieve and they do!

The students follow the Sheridan Code of Conduct, wear uniforms, participate in Gardening,…read morePlayworks, Music and Balanced Literacy. Math is top notch with Common Core and the teachers are constantly updating their professional practices. There is a Literacy Coach and an Instructional Coach. The school nurse and social worker are at the campus two days per week. Breakfast and lunch are served to all and there is an on-site YMCA after school program. You'll be highly surprised at this hidden gem with a growing PTC, many resources, and a hard working staff that is consistent without turnover (average experience is about 12 years). It is conveniently located off the M streetcar and Alemany Blvd. in the most SW corner of SF. Please come take a tour!

We feel incredibly lucky to have Ms. Chakraverty as our son's (4th grade teacher). She creates such…read morea warm and welcoming classroom where every child feels seen, understood, and encouraged. What stands out most is how attentive she is to the little details , she truly takes the time to understand each student and bring out their strengths. Since being in her class, my son has improved tremendously, not only academically but also socially and emotionally. His confidence, participation, and love for learning have all grown so much. Ms. Chakraverty has a special ability to motivate her students and get the very best out of them while making learning enjoyable and meaningful. Thank you for your dedication, patience, and care Ms Chakraverty!

My daughter came here for summer school. She really enjoyed school and she adjusted really well to…read moremy surprise. I didn't get photos daily, but I really did like what I was seeing when she did attend Stratford. The teachers communicated with me whenever possible.

I was in need of a speech therapist with some urgency. Not only was Jackie responsive, she did…read morethorough assessments within a three-week turnaround including observation at my child's school. She was also great at educating us parents on strategies we could implement right away and gave us a framework for understanding the recommendations of other speech therapists. Months later, her recommendations still match our hospital's high standards and her techniques have more depth than even the premier hospital-provided speech sessions we've learned from. Her bedside manner was great with both us as adults and our child, and I'm impressed at her ability to adapt to build trust with our child.

Jackie was our daughter's speech therapist until she turned three. We loved having her come over…read morewith her positivity and encouragement! She made such a big impact in our lives and we are so grateful to her! We highly recommend her services and professionality.

My adult son goes to Mark to address ADHD challenges It's only the first session and so far so…read moregood. Mark was able to explain how the ADHD brain works hence the challenges. We will keep going to see if it helps my son.

Mark & Olga are wonderful- Mark really connected with my…read moreson. He uses his interest to really engage him in the process. I saw improvement in my son's motor skills, mind body awareness & connection, balance and regulation. We have going through multiple rounds of sessions and will continue to go.

An amazing organization! The staff are unbelievably patient and skilled. My daughter loves the…read moreprogram and never wants to miss a day. Highly recommend!

Loved this school. My son made significant social and academic gains here.read more

Our son attended Russell Bede from 3rd through 5th grade and it was a Godsend. He was attending…read morehis neighborhood school before and although he had an IEP and was receiving services through the district, it was not enough for him. He was falling way behind in school and his anxiety was through the roof. I was worried at first that moving him to a different school would increase his anxiety, but after he attended the summer school program at Russell Bede, he felt very comfortable and at home there and didn't want to go back to his old school. I knew I made the right decision when he started the 3rd grade and most of his anxiety disappeared. I loved the small class size that allowed the teachers to give my son more of the individual attention he needed to succeed. When my son left Russell Bede, he was working at (or even a little above) grade level and was ready to move on to middle school.

V is a brilliant and very knowledgeable Speech Pathologist. She is also very relational and very…read morevery patient. V has never pushed my daughter to talk but when my daughter with V, that's the time my daughter talks the most. V follows my daughter's lead and very play-based. At the same time she works hard on helping my daughter to have conversation with her. My daughter enjoys her time with V so much! I highly recommend V to be your child's Speech Pathologist!

I cannot say enough about V Tisi's impassioned and thoroughly researched presentations, often…read moresupported with key anecdotal and personal content that helps attendees incorporate neurodiversity-affirming practices, intersectional considerations, social justice perspectives, and critical thinking for nuanced integration when working with patients, clients, and students across the scope of speech-language pathology. Even as a presenter myself in overlapping areas, V. brings novel and unexpected perspectives to my attention. I cannot recommend them highly enough!