I was looking for a private tutor to get me conversational in Spanish and found Jose on Yelp. I…read morewasn't really sure what to expect, but so far I have found him to be responsive, accommodating, and an informative tutor. I enjoy his perspective as a native Spaniard living in the U.S. because he understands the little differences in composition and grammar that can make learning a new language overwhelming. Go ahead and give him a try. You'll come for the lesson and stay for the charm.

My son improved and gained confidence in Spanish 2 with Jose's help. Jose is a very good tutor…read morebecause first of all, he knows the Spanish language very well. He explains it in a way that is easy for my child to grasp. He gives exercises and practices until he is sure my son understands the lesson. He is also able to connect with my son making the learning fun and not boring. He is a great tutor and I highly recommend him.

We absolutely love the Language Grove and feel so grateful that we found it for our son. The…read moreteachers are so loving and nurturing and creative. As a teacher myself, I am so impressed with the ways in which they incorporate the children's interests into their curriculum. Everything is so hands on and discovery based and just so thoughtful. There isn't a single thing this school doesn't do with so much thought and respect for the kids and their learning experience. For example, they serve breakfast to the kids every morning on real plates, with real silverware and cloth napkins! Not to mention, fresh bouquets of flowers on the table every single day! The setting alone lets the kids know that they are worthy and respected. Every teacher at the school knows every child's name, even if they are not in their class. The events and activities they plan for the kids and parents alike are so in depth and high quality from the Farmer's Market to the Mother's Day and Father's Day celebrations, they do it with 100% heart and love. My son started here at 22 months as a very shy, nervous and timid boy and now runs to his garden/class with such excitement and enthusiasm every day. We started twice a week/half day, and slowly evolved to 5 days a week/full day. I truly can't say enough good things about this school and look forward to sending my second son here when he is old enough.

My son has attended The Language Groove for more than 2 years. I love it here! They get to explore…read moreand continue being children while learning. I dread the day my little guy graduates. As for the bad reviews..all the parents at the language groove understand it takes a strong community and commitment along side the administration and teachers. What Mrs. Yessy created here is unlike any other place for children to thrive.

I took part of a class there a long time ago with Irma, who was very patient and very nice. And…read morethen unfortunately Covid hit and that ended the classes - at least, in-person classes. I literally never heard from her or anyone else again. Maybe they continued the classes on Zoom or something. I stopped by the school a few times but the door was locked. I'd paid something like $250 for 8 sessions and I did 5 or 6 of the 8. I contacted her about a year later after the horrid first phase of Covid was over, and she said she was sorry that we'd fallen out of touch and that I was welcome to return sometime. I think Irma is probably outstanding for one-on-one instruction. But after 6 class sessions, we hadn't really gotten very far, and I am sure I'd have had to pay her thousands of dollars before I was proficient in Spanish. I guess what I was looking for was something like a 4 or 6-semester Spanish class a couple times a week that wouldn't have cost me more than about $1,000 total (yeah, "good luck with that" in these times of inflation...) I actually did find this at Pierce College and it was way beyond bad - after 6 weeks of twice-weekly sessions, we were still on uno, dos, tres and learning how to use the verbs ser and estar. Anyhow, I wish Irma and her program the best, even if it didn't happen to work out for me personally.

I met Irma when I joined a class of hers four years ago.  the class was small and intimate, and…read moreIrma had an amazing ability to customize the class towards the people that were there so that we maximized our learning potential. When the class ended, I hired Irma to teach me privately, which she has done for the last three years. I have studied Spanish my entire life, and have had many teachers, but no one compares with Irma.  She not only has extensive knowledge of the language, but she is a very intuitive teacher who is able to assess her students and tailor the lesson plan to best suit their needs.  I also believe in Irma because she is very patient and thoughtful. Irma has had a tremendous impact on my life.  Firstly, she has helped me improve significantly my ability to speak, read and write Spanish.  Second, I really feel that the world is a more open place for me, because I am able to communicate with everyone in my environment, and speaking Spanish with native speakers immediately puts them at ease, opens up doors, and shows them respect.  I also feel that potential opportunities will arise for me because I am able to speak Spanish.  My Spanish lessons are extremely important to me, and I look forward to them every week.  If you are interested in learning a new language, School of Language Arts is the place you should go.

I wanted to take a moment to recognize David for the consistent support and dedication he shows…read moreevery day. He is always willing to help whenever I have questions, and he takes the time to explain things clearly and thoroughly. No matter how busy he is, he is approachable, patient, and ready to assist. He consistently goes above and beyond to make sure others have what they need to succeed. His positive attitude, teamwork, and willingness to help make a real difference, and I truly appreciate everything he does. Thank you David !

It might sound strange but being here was actually the best college experience I had. Even better…read morethan my Bachelors at CSUN and Master's at USC. It's a relaxed environment full of genuine people. But, you shouldn't be here longer than you need to. Transfer and get that Bachelors.

Professor Juan is great. I searched Yelp trying to find a Spanish tutor and came across this…read morecompany. I was not sure of what to expect but I bought a package anyway. I was pleasantly surprised. Professor Juan made Spanish fun. I knew some Spanish, but not enough to have a conversation, but after just 5 lessons, I was confident enough to order food at a Mexican restaurant. He works with you to make sure you are pronouncing the words correctly and gives you formulas for common phrases. I will continue to work with him because this is the first time I feel I will be able to learn enough to have a decent conversation with someone in Spanish.

Everything. No surprises which in the hair world is a good thing. You tell or show them where you…read morewant to go and they do their best to take you there.

I am taking Chinese Mandarin classes at Language Doors.. instructor Janie Golden is warm, kind and…read morevery patient with each student. I like this place and I will continue to perfect my Chinese Mandarin. Thank you to all the people at the Language Doors.

I don't know what kind of business they are running, but I know that their customer service…read morevirtually doesn't exist. I had requested ESL info via email for my visiting mom. I had made an attempt twice by the phone and twice by email three weeks before my mom arrived. Nothing came of them. When I called the school the woman who answered the phone told me that she had emailed me the info. I told her that I hadn't seen anything even in my Spam box. I gave her my mailing address and asked her to mail me the info. Nothing. Well, no thanks to them, the church down the street offered an ESL class for free. My mom attended there and had a good class. Hallelujah.

My daughter has been attending sessions at the Northridge location for almost a year now and I have…read moresee so much positive improvement in her Reading comprehension and writing. Michele and the entire team there are wonderful to work with and I am so grateful for how much they have helped my daughter improve.

I am extremely pleased with the progress Sebastian has made since his very first day at Sylvan…read moreLearning Center in Northridge. The growth I've seen academically and in his confidence has been truly remarkable. During every ongoing conference, the staff consistently provides detailed updates on how Sebastian is learning and how engaged he is during his sessions. They do a great job communicating exactly what he is working on and how he is progressing. The teachers regularly share feedback on his skill development, especially in reading. They encourage him to sound out words he doesn't know, then read passages with him after his attempt to ensure he fully understands the material before answering questions. What I appreciate most is how supportive and encouraging the staff is. They always reward Sebastian for his efforts, reinforce positive behavior, and work to build his confidence. He is constantly reminded to keep up the good work and reassured that he is doing well, which has made a huge difference in his motivation. Sylvan has been an amazing support system for Sebastian, and I am very grateful for the dedication, communication, and care they provide. I highly recommend Sylvan Learning Center in Northridge to any parent looking to see real growth and confidence in their child.

Registration can be done online and in person! We are on…read moreour second year, and continue to enjoy all the events SFVLI have to offer all students.

My child is currently enrolled to this school and he loves it. Classes are only on Saturday. Great…read morefor children and young teens that want to learn Japanese. The prices are great. My child loves it and doesn't want to miss a day.

Talk to me in Spanish has been a great experience for me in the past few years. Jose makes the…read moreclasses fun and interactive and it's great to have conversations with the fellow students. Zoom classes are also very convenient. Come and join the fun experience!

I've taken several online Spanish classes now with Jose and I really enjoy them. They are very…read moreconversational and practical. He keeps things interesting and continues to progress the challenges. These Zoom classes are convenient, and work very well for me with my busy schedule. I highly recommend!

I was part of the 1st cohort in the LVN program !!! My life has changed completely!!!! I want to…read moregive a shout out to all the faculty that made my success possible Ms. Devine, Ms. Taruc, Ms. Joiveline, Ms. Wanda, and Mr. Mendez ! Because of this LVN program I was able to use it as a stepping stone and got into an RN program with a concurrent BSN partnership. I've used all my skills and notes that I've learned in the LVN program and my current RN program has been a breeze thanks to how much the LVN program prepared me. I'm honestly going to be forever grateful. I love how affordable this program was and how it was not a financial burden on me compared to other programs. A lot of people are hesitant of continuing on their education due to the lack of money (this should not be a factor on who gets an education and who doesn't) but this is a great program to open doors to many of us including myself to change our lives for the better !!! I passed my NCLEX 1st try and got an amazing job that I love all thanks to the amazing teachers that made up the LVN program.

Currently, I'm attending the medical terminology class in preparation for the pharmacy technician…read moreprogram. I took the orientation class a few months prior, and the staff is very kind and welcoming. The students are also just as friendly, and you get to know them and socialize a lot in class. The campus has that commuter school feel, and half of it is in bungalows. I'd highly recommend NVOC to any student, especially those coming back to school after a long break. They recently brought back the pharmacy technician program, and have a bunch of other trades. I like how it's connected to other schools in the area under LAUSD. So far, it's been a very positive experience, and can't wait to be an official student.