Howard Test Prep

Committed to satisfaction

(176 reviews)

12.1 km

Certified professionals

We had a great experience with Tutor Nerds. Adam took the time to truly understand what my daughter…read moreneeded to support her success in high school biology and thoughtfully matched us with the right tutor. Connor was bright, personable, and highly communicative with both my daughter and me throughout the process. He set clear weekly goals, provided practical strategies for classroom success, homework completion, and test preparation, and focused on building strong foundational skills during each session. We saw noticeable growth not only in her understanding of the material, but also in her confidence. I would highly recommend Tutor Nerds to other parents looking to provide their students with additional academic support at a reasonable cost. It was a very positive experience for our family.

Math isn't our 12-year-old's favorite subject, especially while learning a grade ahead, but Ms…read more Parsa makes the challenge feel approachable and even fun. While she is clearly a highly qualified educator, it is her patience and temperament that truly set her apart. She is incredibly professional, easy-going, and flexible with scheduling. We highly recommend her.

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Elite Home Tutoring

(39 reviews)

3.1 km

Certified professionals

Free consultations

We were looking for a math(Algebra 2) tutor for our high school daughter…read more Eric, the area manager was amazing, such a speedy response and gave us opportunities to find the right tutor. My 9th grade daughter is excited to work on her math with a tutor. I would definitely recommend Elite Home Tutoring. Thank you!

Derek was assigned as my daughter's geometry tutor, and he has been excellent. He is very friendly…read moreand knowledgeable, and his personality works really well for tutoring--energetic, approachable, and easygoing.

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The Tutor Genius

(37 reviews)

1.6 km

I have been working with the Tutor Genius for 2 years now. First for test prep for my 4th grader…read moreand later I added general tutoring and academic support for my 4th grader and 6th grader. The tutors are top notch - both experienced, professional. Reza is awesome, he has paired me with tutors and is flexible and totally receptive to our needs and schedule changes. He gives you bios of tutors and you get to select your tutor and for any reason if it doesn't work out, you can change to another tutor. So far, I have only received the best tutors and never had any issue except for some minor scheduling issues that came up on my end and Reza resolved right away. It is nice to have a tutoring company that truly cares about each student and not just about collecting your money. The payment policy is also great because you get a discount for prepaid packages and if for any reason you need to cancel, you get your money back for the unused credits. I went to a bunch of other tutoring centers that charged much more and they had strict policies of buying prepaid and non refundable packages. I felt uncomfortable taking the risk of buying a huge package and not knowing if I liked the place. Also, with tutor genius the tutors come to your home which saves me the drive. All around convenient. Would recommend over and over again.

Great instruction for all levels! Reza made it easy to fit all our needs in multiple areas of…read morefocus!

Gaining confidence in academic subjects, understanding of challenging material, polishing skills for growth and success

Orange County California based company dedicated to providing highest level of individual academic tutoring to all students

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We tutor students of all ages, k to college, in all core subjects - English, Reading, Mathematics, Science and History

ALOHA Mind Math

4.1

(14 reviews)

4.6 km

My 4.5 yr old son started Math and Reading classes last year. Its been a productive journey so far…read more The program is very well structured and paced appropriately. My son gets homework after every class and he enjoys it. He loves going to his classes. In particular his reading/ writing class with Miss Tracey. My son has learnt to sit focused for longer. That in itself is a great milestone. Thanks to Miss Frany's perseverance. She is incredibly knowledgeable and articulate. All the teachers are very kind and patient. They give you an honest feedback and I highly appreciate that.

We highly recommend Aloha Mind Math. This program makes the kids understand the concepts and opens…read moretheir minds to critical thinking at a young age. Aloha teaches kids the process of how to get the right answers instead of memorizing equations or math exercises for the sake of passing a level, like other popular math programs teach kids to do. Great school with a helpful team of educators!

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My Private Professor

(12 reviews)

8.2 km

My Private Professor has been an incredible source of teaching, confidence, and self-esteem for our…read more9th grader. His first experience with true high school "honors" classes had him questioning everything. Fortunately, MPP stepped in with its guiding hand and matched him with the best tutor for his needs. We have partnered with MPP multiple times over the semester. Each encounter has been thorough, informative, and educational for our student as well as us. Thank you to the MPP team for this incredible service to our kids!

What a great service! We reached out when my son was taking an online course over the summer. He…read morehad a lot of material to cover in a short period of time. The team at My Private Professor listened carefully to our needs and matched him with an amazing tutor. This is a company we will definitely be reaching out to again as needed!

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ScoreItUp

(105 reviews)

3.2 km

Mark is incredible! He has a unique talent for turning a traditionally dry subject into something…read moreengaging and enjoyable. Score It Up helped me boost my LSAT score by 16 points! The program truly works--if you're committed, attend classes, and complete the homework assignments. I personally preferred the in-person classes, but I had the privilege of experiencing both in-person and live online sessions. The online format is very similar, and you never feel excluded. While the cost may seem high to some, it's absolutely worth every penny for the opportunity to achieve a stronger LSAT score.

A phenomenal live class where the teacher makes every effort to make time for each of the…read moreindividual students to have personal attention while also maximizing the depth of the content. If you're looking for that extra boost to give you an edge when taking the LSAT, your needs will be well met!

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Edvanced Learning

(28 reviews)

9.9 km

I had such a great experience working with John. He provided support throughout my entire college…read moreapplication process and always made time to meet with me. His guidance was crucial to my acceptance into my dream school. I cannot be more thankful!

I had a great experience working with John. He provided me with good input and I was accepted into…read moremany t10 schools.

Joyful graduates mark the completion of their academic journey

Laughter and friendship: A delightful moment between two college students on campus.

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Newly admitted students are celebrating the start of their college journey together

Laura and Chieh's Math and English Tutoring

(69 reviews)

16.1 km

I used Laura's CSET I and CSET II study guides to pass those tests -- both on the first attempt…read more The Guides were spot-on -- representative of the material found on the exams. Her detailed explanations are very helpful for gaining understanding and confidence, and her style of instruction is somehow calming. -- as if to say, "relax, this is not as hard as it might seem at first". I just ordered her guide for CSET III (Calculus) and am looking forward to diving in to it. I highly recommend Laura's study guides, which can be ordered from her website at: https://sites.google.com/site/laura4math/cset-study-guides_1?authuser=0

I purchased all 3 of Laura's study guides for the math CSETs. If I was only reviewing the first 2,…read morethis would absolutely be a 5-star review: they are amazing, thorough, and exactly what you need to pass! However, I cannot advise anyone to purchase part 3 in good-faith without a strong warning. The material is fine, and she is forthcoming about this study guide being "different", but once you purchase it you'll see the quality-disparity is pretty drastic in a not-so-great way. Laura provides videos where she goes through them, but the questions are not modeled after real CSET questions , which is the entire magic of the first 2. In addition, several of the worksheets assume we can use a calculator, but calculators aren't allowed on the CSET, which proves these questions and worksheets are NOT what we actually need for the test it's supposed to be guiding us on. While I am sure part 3 is sufficient to pass, it feels very bare-minimum compared to the first 2. I think pricing all 3 equally gave a false-impression, since the disparity in usefulness/uniqueness are massive. The first 2 study guides are unlike anything else out there, and set her apart from the rest; but I cannot advise anyone to purchase part 3 unless you don't have any other resources.

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AP Academy

4.8

(6 reviews)

9.8 km

I called and spoke with a very nice lady who listened to what I was looking for in terms of my…read moreson's areas of growth. I tried out a few tutoring places prior to finding AP Academy, and they weren't the right fit. One place in particular where I couldn't talk to the tutor for a post session update and the director who forgot that I had a meeting with her to discuss progress. I am so glad I found AP Academy. Mr. Rob was always prompt to sessions and he was invested in supporting my son with study materials and positive comments along the way. He gave me updates after each session which I appreciated. My son said he enjoyed working with Mr. Rob and now he is confident in the area of study he worked hard at! Also, Isabella is so sweet and very prompt with communication! Thanks, AP Academy!

AP academy is a wonderful institute! Mr. Rob and Mrs. Tasha are wonderful people and they make the…read morewhole process so clear for newcomers! A lot of academies have little to no communication with the directors and are unaware of the progress of their children. However, at AP academy, both directors are in majority of the time and are always nearby to answer any questions. They also have biweekly reports of the student's progress and assessments to record the students progress. If there is any drop or change in the progress, they make sure it is touched upon. Mr. Rob and Mrs. Tasha both put so much care into their students and make sure they are always succeeding. I highly recommend coming here!

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Kathy Grant Dyslexia Tutor

(12 reviews)

7.0 km

I found Kathy on yelp . She has been the best tutor for my son who has dyslexia and dysgraphia when…read morewe started with her he was at kinder level in the 3 rd grade. As of today he is at 2 nd grade level in the 4 th grade she has truly help him with confidence, communication, reading and writing skills. He has come a long way and I'm so thankful we found her . If your a parent looking for help please reach out February2026 will be 1 year with Kathy and my son has improved by 3 grade levels in under a year . She will work with you and you will see a change in your child . This program meets you at your level and helps you grow .

Kathy helped my son who has dyslexia improve three grade levels in their first year working…read moretogether. Her guidance has given him a solid foundation and he has now tested out of intervention classes. As they continue working with one another, I can see how much his confidence has grown overall. He is much happier in school. We are so thankful to Kathy for the knowledge she shares and for always giving kindness and encouragement throughout the program.

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Little Angels Family Childcare

Women-owned & operated

As first-time daycare parents, we were very nervous about starting daycare, but the experience has…read moreexceeded our expectations. Even after just a few days, our little one has adjusted so much better than we imagined. The owner and staff have been patient, caring, and supportive during the transition. We were honestly amazed that he was able to nap in a sleeping bag alongside the other children, especially since he normally has a very specific routine at home. It almost felt like magic! We know it's still early, but we're so grateful for the care, attention, and reassurance we've received. It's such a relief to see our child feeling comfortable, safe, and excited to go to daycare.

My husband and I could not be happier that we found somewhere as trustworthy and engaging as Little…read moreAngels for our 2.5 year old son. Elle and Azie made the transition to daycare so seamless and provided an abundance of updates about our son's progression to make us completely comfortable. We love the daily updates of the activities that they work on - the crafts are the cutest and really show intention in what the class is learning everyday. The activities are all rooted in some type of development and we love seeing all of the creativity that goes into making each day different and fun. Our son loves outdoor play and the playground set up is really great. Plenty of space and age appropriate toys outside to release his wiggles during their outdoor time. We are truly so fortunate to have found someplace as special as Little Angels! The entire staff takes health and safety seriously and we appreciate all of the coordination and attention to detail. We are so thankful and look forward to bringing our daughter to Little Angels to join our son in the future!

Backyard at Little Angels Childcare

Backyard with enriching toys and plenty of play space!

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Playroom at Little Angels

Irvine Montessori School

4.5

(130 reviews)

0.7 km

Certified professionals

Established in 2008

Dear Ms. Ruby, Ms. Susie & Ms. Jessica -…read more I wanted to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude for the beautiful graduation ceremony you hosted yesterday. It was clear from every detail that an enormous amount of care, creativity, and dedication went into making it such a special occasion. As a parent, watching our children take the stage with such confidence, poise, and genuine excitement was an absolute joy. The fact that they were so well-rehearsed and yet still completely in the moment is a true testament to the incredible work your teachers and staff do every single day. The event was so thoughtfully organized, and it showed. Every moment felt intentional and meaningful, leaving all of us parents with full hearts and the biggest smiles. These are the memories our families will treasure for years to come. Please know how deeply appreciated you all are, not just for yesterday, but for everything you pour into these children throughout the year. You don't just teach them; you help them grow into kind, capable, and confident little people. Yesterday was a beautiful reflection of that. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for making this milestone so truly unforgettable. With warm gratitude, Happy Mama

Our experience with Irvine Montessori School has been good. From the front desk where Ms. Ruby and…read moreMs. Suzie manage parent interactions, to classroom teachers like Ms. Ana and Ms. Angie, the commitment to the children is evident. Our child has shown progress in language and social skills, and the staff puts clear effort into milestones like graduation ceremonies and holiday events. The campus itself is clean and modern. This is definitely one of the top 10 Montessori schools in Orange County. Refine a few operational details, and they have the potential to easily break into the top 5. Areas for Improvement: Teacher rotation does cause disruption in student learning. While staffing shifts are common, the school needs to do a better job of getting ahead of these rotations and being proactive about the transitions. Furthermore, the administration should establish a structured, year-round channel for parental feedback. While daily communication from individual teachers is fine, an administrative feedback loop like bi-annual parent surveys would allow families to share insights on scheduling logistics, administrative clarity, or classroom dynamics. It remains a solid option for families in Irvine, and showing better foresight regarding teacher transitions and structured parent communication will help them reach that next level.

Learning our Teens with an understanding on Tens and Units.

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Little Explorers Montessori

4.7

(31 reviews)

9.9 km

As a first time parent, I am so relieved and glad to have found Little Explorers Montessori. I had…read moreheard many stories from coworkers of having to get on waitlists while pregnant, high costs, etc etc and was very anxious once my maternity leave neared its end that we wouldn't be able to find a suitable place. We toured many daycares- some in-home ones and others with facilities (ChildTime, etc) but none compared to this. Our first in-home daycare before arriving at Little Explorers was truly abysmal (breast milk wasted, instructions not followed, few updates, TV on every day...), so when we toured Little Explorers and saw the peaceful environment and amazing parent experiences, we were truly so relieved. My daughter has been now at Little Explorers for just over a year and I've felt such a peace of mind having her there. The app updates and photos were so appreciated, especially when she was fussy with breast milk and transitioning to various foods. In many instances Ms. Julia was able to get my daughter to drink more milk than I could even do at home. In addition, my daughter's egg allergy was taken seriously and I am so glad the school provides NUTRITIOUS healthy food that is home cooked! She loves the birds and bunnies there, as well as socializing with the other kids. Highly recommend this place to any new and experienced parents :).

We have been sending our now toddler to Julia and Vlad here for about a year now for daycare, since…read moreshe was just 4 months old. Obviously we were nervous at first, but this place has been such a blessing! Our daughter has never, not once cried at drop off, and in fact is eager to leave my arms to go to Julia each morning. This really speaks to what a loving atmosphere they have, and it's such a comfort that I don't have to feel guilty leaving her here while I'm working. They have hours that are fantastic for working parents, a variety of ages which has helped my baby develop faster by watching other kids, and an amazing outdoor, shaded space with lots of activities. Their prices are very reasonable, and they even provide wonderful meals and snacks, which takes such a load off of me in the mornings. Communication is fantastic, and they provide adorable photos now and again of our daughter's daily activities. I highly recommend!!

Exploring colors, textures, and coordination through hands-on sensory and art experiences.

Seasonal baking activities support practical life skills, fine motor development, and joyful learning experiences.

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Infant exploring object permanence material, developing focus, hand-eye coordination, and early cognitive skills.

Blue Buoy Swim School

4.7

(149 reviews)

6.4 km

I wanted my daughters (ages 2 and 4 at the time) to start taking swim lessons. After doing research…read moreand reading reviews, I decided to try out Blue Buoy. A few friends/neighbors also recommended Blue Buoy. Great communication from the start. It has been almost a year now and my girls look forward to their swim lesson every week (and getting their sticker at the end of their lessons). Their instructors are patient and kind and make my girls feel comfortable and safe in the water.

I cannot say enough good things about Blue Buoy Swim School! After a really negative experience at…read moreanother swim program (Aquatots), my daughter was left scared and resistant to getting in the water. A friend recommended Blue Buoy, and I am SO glad we gave it a try. From the very first trial class with Coach Turner, my daughter felt comfortable and safe. She usually hates putting her head in the water, but with his gentle guidance and encouragement, she did it without hesitation--something I never thought I'd see so soon! We've now been coming for 2 months, and the progress she has made is incredible. Not only has her confidence grown, but her skills in the water have improved so much. The staff is kind, patient, and genuinely cares about the kids. The environment feels warm and supportive, which makes all the difference. Coach turner really knows how to work with the kiddos ! If you're looking for a swim school that builds trust, confidence, and real results, Blue Buoy is the place to go. I'm so thankful we found them!

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Blue Buoy Swim School in Tustin CA

William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center

4.2

(51 reviews)

6.7 km

Grew up going to swim meets at this pool and came back this time for lap swimming! I did a drop in…read moreand it was $5. Love this pool because it has so many lanes, is always clean (pool and locker room), and the staff is super friendly. Just fyi, they do have some dates over the summer where they will be closed due to swim meets, so make sure to look out for those. They also offer lap swim at Northwood High School.

Woollett Aquatics Center is an excellent facility for swimmers of all levels. They offer swim…read morelessons and are a hub for competitive swimming, hosting Irvine Swim League Championships as well as practices and meets for the Nova Swim Team. The facility is always clean and well maintained, and the bathrooms are consistently kept in great condition. One thing I really appreciate during swim meets is the ample space available for spectators, making it much more comfortable for families and supporters to watch events. There are also vending machines conveniently located in the main lobby for snacks and drinks throughout the day. Whether you're attending lessons, practices, or a swim meet, Woollett Aquatics Center provides a well-organized and welcoming environment for athletes and spectators alike.