Before finding Nancy, I struggled for months trying to teach my daughter how to read--cycling…read morethrough letter toys, Bob books, and endless iPad apps with little success. Then we started working with Nancy, and it was like magic. Within just a few weeks, my daughter began reading with confidence. Now that my son is reaching the stage where he's ready to read, he too has started working with Nancy, and we're already seeing noticeable improvement after just two lessons. What makes Nancy so special is not just her expertise but the way she makes every class fun and engaging. My kids actually look forward to their lessons, and in between sessions, they often ask if they can read more on their own! She has a remarkable sense of when to gently correct and when to let a child's reading flow naturally. I believe it's her vast experience that allows her to keep kids motivated without ever getting frustrated. The results speak for themselves--my older daughter is now reading well beyond her grade level and absolutely loves books. My younger son went from saying "reading is boring" to loving it after just two lessons! I can't recommend Nancy enough for anyone who wants to help their children learn to read or who feels their kids are a bit stuck. She's truly been a game changer for our family!

Nancy Bilbao has played an integral role in our child's reading development…read more When our daughter began first grade, she was reading below grade level. On the recommendation of our physician, we sought reading therapy, and Nancy Bilbao came highly recommended. With her extensive experience and consistent communication, Nancy Bilbao guided our daughter through a transformative journey. By the end of the school year, not only was our daughter reading at an above grade level, but--most importantly--she had gained the confidence to explore new books independently.

Stellar saved our family!…read more Our daughter is smart, creative and funny. But reading was destroying her confidence. We watched her go from a kid who loved learning to one who resisted school and just shut down. She could not keep up. She was not even able to participate in video games during computer class due to reading challenges. One day, she came home and said "I am the dumbest kid in my class." It was heartbreaking. We tried everything. We tried to talk to the teachers and the school and got no where. We hired tutors, in person and on zoom, and saw only mild progress despite a very loaded tutoring schedule. I also sat with her daily to try to "help" her with homework. It was worse than pulling teeth and really hurting our family time. Then one week before the start of the next school year, we found Stellar!!!!! A tiny non-profit school in Newark, CA that specializes in helping kids with dyslexia. After the first info session, I knew we had to take a chance. I was worried about making my kid leave her friends and go to a new place, but it was the best decision. It has been life-changing for our daughter. We stopped fighting at home, and she was finally learning at school. !!! What makes Stellar special: Teaching methods that actually works! -- The teachers are experienced and certified on ways to teach specifically for how dyslexic brains learn. My child is making significant progress. In contrast, our local public school has no specialized support for dyslexic learners, even if you do qualify for extra support via IEP. Just extra reading exposure without the right methods just trying to brut force the solution. It is painful and does not work. Real small-group attention -- For core academics (reading, writing, math), my daughter's leaning cohorts has been around 1 teacher to 4 kids. I think that changes year to year depending on cohorts, but that is a ton of specialized, individualized attention. Recess and afternoon classes like art, PE, and science have a larger group of 10+ mixed age kids, which is great for socialization. Deep neurodivergent expertise -- The staff really get dyslexia. They been through it with their own kids. They get it on a level that goes beyond training. Beyond dyslexia, the staff is skilled in supporting kids with ADHD and morel. There is thoughtful SEL classes also weaved into the curriculum. Genuinely kind and warm -- I can't say enough nice things. It's all the little things, like the head of school is there each morning to receive the kids and greet them all individually. And when my daughter broke her toe and had limited mobility in a boot for a few months, the staff brought out bubbles, chalk, and hula hoops so she could still play at recess. During a field trip to a local park, they added a "walking contest" alongside the running contest so she could participate -- she was a speedy walker in her boot! lol Lean and financially accessible (this matters) -- Most Bay Area schools specializing in dyslexic learners are close to $60k/year. The sticker shock was real for me. Stellar was a bit less than $30k! That's a real difference for a lot of families. You can tell they work very hard to keep it accessible. This investment is truly worth it. Last bit, here's what my child has to say about Stellar: 1. the teachers are the nicest in the world. She loves all the teachers and staff and feels close to every one of them. 2. The school is so small that every kid becomes friends with each other, even across wide age ranges. This was an unexpected bonus! The small school environment did wonders for her confidence and social skills. This is a hidden gem of a school with decades of expertise and so much heart. If you're a Bay Area parent navigating how to support your kid, I cannot recommend Stellar Academy enough. They also offer summer camps and dyslexia screening.

When my son Sam started 6th grade at Stellar Academy, he was struggling. He couldn't subtract,…read moremultiply, or divide, and he was reading at a 2nd-grade level. I felt helpless, knowing he needed significant dyslexia support that his public school district simply couldn't provide. It was my parents who had the wild idea to enroll Sam at Stellar Academy--a school 133 miles away from our home. At first, I thought they were out of their minds. But after reading reviews and seeking advice from family, friends, and advocates, I decided to attend Stellar's orientation. I fell in love with the school and made the decision to enroll Sam. It was, without a doubt, the craziest decision I've ever made--but it turned out to be the BEST! The Slingerland Approach and multi-sensory mathematics instruction worked immensely for Sam. By the end of that same school year, he was reading at grade level and had mastered subtraction, multiplication, and division. But the most remarkable transformation was how much he grew to love school--something I had never seen before. He adored his teachers, his friends, and even the schoolwork. For the first time in his life, Sam felt confident in his abilities as a student. He came home every day energized and excited to share something new he had learned. As a parent, I've never felt more supported by a school. The commute was no small feat... Fridays were especially tough, with rush-hour traffic stretching the drive to 4.5 hours. At one point, I mentioned to Heather, the incredible director of Stellar, that switching the school's minimum days from Wednesdays to Fridays would make our weekly commute more manageable. Heather spoke with her staff, and together they agreed to make the change. That simple act of kindness showed just how deeply the staff at Stellar care about their students and families. Even though it's been three years since Sam attended Stellar, I still reach out to Heather for advice. She remembers Sam and always takes the time to help, no matter how busy she is. Stellar Academy wasn't just a school for my son--it was a lifeline. It's a community of people who are truly dedicated to children, families, and education. I will always be grateful for what they did for Sam. Looking back, I'd sit in that 4.5-hour traffic all over again. The end absolutely justifies the means.

This is the most horrible tutoring center I've signed my daughter to go to. She told me that they…read morealways rushed her on her homework and was always so strict. She also told me that the staff treats each children differently from her. This is the most horrible tutor EVER!! Don't sign your child here I've wasted my money for nothing.

I have been learning things hear for 2 years and the experience the whole time has been amazing…read more Would definitely to sign your children up for classes.

Our three kids absolutely love AoPS! It's been a fun way to learn math and not the typical…read moreworksheet rote way. Highly recommend!

It's amazing... my child excelling in Math and language both…read more She is there for 3 years now and will be continuing till high school atleast !!!

Best Brain has really worked great for my Daughter. Their teaching mythologies are really great as…read moreThey give booklet on weekly basis for Math, English, General Knowledge and Abacus. They do the first chapter in the classroom at the center and remaining chapters has to get completed as homework.They explain the basic fundamental in a very precise way on the first day and then all the remaining chapters are good for practice at home. She has the better concept before starting in the school now. Now, she looks quite confident while doing those exercises in school. Her mathematical skill is improving day by day after practicing those booklets and handwriting has got significant improvement. Their dollar incentive program works as a catalyst agent for my daughter. I see my daughter is getting better week by week in all subject.

My son started to go to best brain because he was below his grade,now he has improved so much since…read morehe's he started going to best brains he's taking math right now.He got an award last semester for math At his school his teachers saw how much he has grown.I think it was one of the best decisions I made, to take him to best brains ,, now my youngest son is attending to best brain he loves the place he says he want to be smart just like his brother... I do recommend best brain.

The tutors at Eye Level are excellent. They've helped our…read more3rd grade son with his Math and writing skills. Highly recommend if your child is struggling a bit in school.

This is a great class. I like how they help kids one on one to their level. Every day, 1 page…read morehomework on an average. They follow common core just like school, so that's a plus kids won't get confused with the methods. The only suggestion is to start early for your kids. It sure will help them to do good at school and gives more knowledge & practice about all the topic.

This is great... if you're a scientologist…read more The "Applied Scholastics" curriculum is written by Ron L. Hubbard. Why do I know this? Because my parents accidentally enrolled me in a Scientology affiliated school when I was 9. So... if you're not interested in Scientology, this might not be the program for you. To be fair, I also had a lot of great field trips and fun times during my Scientology Summer... and exactly zero standards-based instruction.

I'm Thankful to have come across this school. My daughter has grown so much in this school when it…read morecomes to her education, she has thrived in every subject and has grown to love school and she is most excited about history. Linda is the best teacher ever, she is so sweet, smart, compassionate and is very patient with the kids, she makes sure the kids understand their literature. I'm so grateful with this school and Linda. Also, knowing that my daughter is in a safe school environment, brings me so much peace. Thank you for all that you do for the kids.

Christine does a great job communicating and is quick to respond. We were able to arrange tutoring…read morequickly to help pull up some grades. The location is near Logan and is convenient to go to after school. We were able to get math and physics tutoring.

Happy Kim's Academy is part of "our village." Our son was in the 2nd grade, having a little trouble…read morewith his Math and reading comprehension. I looked around to find him some help. We did decided to give Kim's academy a try, since they offered a one on one setting. Christine answered all our questions, and worked around our busy schedules. The academy also offers home visits, but we thought it was best with a class room setting. Mr. Myron has been his tutor for some time now and our son looks forward to his tutor time. He showed improvement quickly. Now in the 3rd grade and thriving, his school teacher informs us of his class participation has increase tremendously. Thank you Kim's academy and Mr. Myron. Highly recommended!