We love Sylvan Learning Center of Yorba Linda! The staff is very supportive, encouraging and kind…read more The Kickstart program was super helpful and beneficial for our kiddo. It kept her learning and growing over thr summer.

Instructors like Heather were great. They gave us detailed updates on our children…read more The supervisor Minerva on the other hand was unprofessional and gave us false hope. We had told her up front that our child has behavioral issues including ADHD, and she reassured us that they work with children like this all the time, which is why we chose Sylvan to begin with. But after one month of disappointment, we had no choice but to stop. It's as if she gave up on our our child. And when it came time to leave, she offered us nothing--no apology, no guidance, no recommendations, no hope, no closure, nothing. By the way our kids also reported that one of the tutors even threw my kid's stuffed animal across the room against a wall. We understand our kid shouldn'tve brought it in the first place, but that doesn't excuse such violent behavior. Lastly our children built up thousands of "points" but never knew how to redeem them and were never even offered the chance to do so. In short, don't waste your time and money here. Your children deserve so much better.

My kid is in kindergarten, he improved a lot with the help of Rona. Highly recommended.read more

Miss Rona is amazing! She takes her time with the kids and curates a specific game plan for each…read more Definitely recommend her tutoring services. They make a world of difference. If you can afford to do 3 times a week that's where I've seen the most difference. The jump in progress from 1 time a week to 3 is just astonishing! But even having her once a week for the kids is astounding. Thank you for all you do!

I had a very disappointing experience with Learning Tree. My son attended the program from last…read moreOctober until April of this year, and the experience was never truly what we had hoped for. At the beginning, we were invited to a group chat with teachers and staff, where responses were prompt and communication felt excellent - a major reason we chose the program. Regrettably, this responsiveness faded after a few months, with far more messages left unread or ignored than addressed. Additionally, we received no detailed academic updates about my son's progress throughout his entire time there. Teachers barely greeted you when picking up a child. Maybe this is the norm, but as a Korean mom who attended Korean hagwons (after school programs) before, in addition to being a teacher at an after-school program myself for five years in the past, this felt a bit rude and very unwelcoming. My son can have challenging behaviors, something I was transparent about from day one. I do appreciate that the staff worked with him over the months. However, after his dismissal in April, the lack of communication became especially concerning. I have followed up multiple times about the prorated refund for the unused portion of April's tuition and clarification on the refundable status of the enrollment deposit. Despite this, Grace, the program manager, has not responded since April. I gave her two months before writing this review. Additionally, when I directly asked Grace whether news of his dismissal had been shared with other parents, she assured me it had not. That said, I have since sensed uncomfortable vibes from certain parents whose children are in the same class, leading me to wonder if information was shared after all (my gut feeling tells me it has, because what are the chances? Timing is too coincidental). Regardless of the reason for dismissal, families deserve transparent billing, timely financial resolution, and basic professional courtesy. Being left in the dark after months is both surprising and disheartening. This has been a very negative, unwelcoming, and unprofessional experience. This place cannot be trusted. I would strongly advise other families to look elsewhere.

We were recommended to consider Learning Tree and we are so grateful that we enrolled our children…read moreto this amazing afterschool program! My 2nd and 3rd grader love the friendly environment where they are able to get help with their homework and make new friends from different schools. Learning Tree definitely prioritizes safety and really worked with us to address our children's specific needs. I have noticed a positive change in their behavior and they are more motivated and excited to learn ever since they started.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Best Learning Center after school learning academy! From…read morethe moment I walked in, I knew this was a place that truly prioritizes the growth and academic excellence of each student. The teachers are incredibly attentive, taking the time to understand the unique needs and strengths of every student. Their passion for teaching is so evident, and they go above and beyond to make learning fun, engaging, and meaningful. My 1st grader misses his teacher Ms. Emily when either one of them miss a day. It's clear that the center is dedicated to fostering a deep understanding of the subjects they cover, rather than just rote memorization. My child has not only improved academically but has also developed a deeper love of learning. One of the things that stands out the most is the supportive and focused atmosphere. The other children in attendance are equally driven and committed to their studies, which creates a positive, motivating environment. It's a space where kids feel comfortable asking questions, collaborating with peers, and doing their very best. Best Learning Center has truly made a difference in my child's academic journey, and I couldn't be more grateful! I highly recommend it to any parent looking for a nurturing, effective after-school program. Special Notes- 1. They are open on additional non-school days (sometimes). 2. They are open until 6pm which helps with my long commute. 3. They have transportation, but are also very close to Arovista Elementary. 4. They match school hours, even early release Wednesdays. 5. Easy to make payment and communicate with Brandon, the learning center director.

They made the whole tutoring process very easy Mr. Kim is very nice and knowledgeable my twins love…read morecoming here and excited to learn.

The entire team at Apex is excellent. With so many choices for tutoring and college prep out there,…read moretheir personalized service and deep knowledge stand out. Benjamin Lee is a wealth of useful information, and really goes above and beyond for his students. Highly recommended.

My daughter had an amazing experience with Apex. From SAT to counseling and tutoring. Apex has…read morethe best team. Teacher Ben is the best! Your kids will be in good hands and the support is amazing.

My review is 7 years late. Our twins were just 6 when I looked into BLC. I enrolled them into in…read morethe 4 hour BLC summer, morning program. They were put into a mixed group and given work; entries to read, analyze, and then write about. The reason for my review all these years later is to share that as a mother who wanted to afford my children stimulation for growth, BLC is NOT a fit for younger children. This program is for older kids. Jennifer Dinh-Avila either had no understanding of what her program is capable of offering or didn't care. She should have. I too as their caregiver shouldn't have been fooled by her reports and feedback. How can a 6 y/o child sit and learn for hours on end? The motivation for this review years later is to save a child(ren) , a mother, a family from the mistake I made. Please notice, the pictures and testimonials are from older children. Jennifer, hopefully this is eye opening for you as we can all learn from this and take it as a win.

Went to BLC many years ago when it just started to get help with Geometry from Mr. Avila and it was…read moregreat experience. He helped me with my homework and taught me concepts I didn't understand from school. Along with that, he prepared me for quizzes and exams by providing extra practice- even practice he created himself so it would coincide with my teacher's testing. Now I am taking my nephews to Breakthrough and they are enjoying and thriving in their academics. They have been going the last two years, now in 3rd and 6th grade. They do their homework there and some supplemental work to advance in both their math and writing skills. When I talk to them about, they only have positive things to say about their teachers. Environment is great for all levels and it seems like Mrs. Jen, the director, is very involved with their curriculums and providing extra support for the kids. I know that when I needed extra help back then, Mr. Avila and Mrs. Jen always took extra time to help me succeed in my classes. Definitely recommend Breakthrough to other families.

My wife found Intelli G on Yelp, and we're so grateful she did. We can't thank Ms. Rebecca enough…read morefor everything she's done for our son. When our son was 3 (almost 4), we noticed he was a little behind. He didn't know his letters, numbers, colors, and other basic skills. We didn't expect him to know everything, but based on our own observations and conversations with his doctor, we knew he was behind on some developmental milestones. We wanted to be proactive and help him get back on track, so we decided to give Intelli G a try. Now our son is 4, and the progress has been incredible. Thanks to Ms. Rebecca, he knows his letters, numbers, sight words, and can even read the short Bob Books. He still has room to grow, but the improvement from where he started is truly amazing. Most importantly, he's developed confidence and a genuine love of learning. We couldn't be more thankful for Ms. Rebecca and the care, patience, and dedication she's shown our son. We highly recommend Intelli G to any parent looking for extra support for their child.

We just LOVE Mrs. Rebecca!! She helped my daughter grow so much personally and academically. To see…read moremy daughter get excited for tutoring days seems so unreal after years of struggling to find a tutoring place that she not only likes, but actually showed her improving. I'm forever grateful for the helping my daughter in such fun and creative ways that actually showed results. Our session ended over a month ago and my daughter just brought these math tests home today. Incredible. And my daughter's writing is just night and day! 10 out of 10 highly recommend!!!

Optimus Learning School is a wonderful place for students to continue learning beyond the…read moretraditional classroom. The dedicated staff provides intentional, personalized instruction in small class settings, ensuring each student's individual needs are met. The engaging, challenging curriculum encourages students to think critically, explore new ideas, and develop a love of learning. The OLS Summer Program is also well organized, with academics in the morning and fun enrichment activities in the afternoon. Parents have the convenience of purchasing a school-provided lunch for a small fee, with options such as Panda Express, Subway, McDonald's, and Chipotle. OLS is a great choice for families looking for a supportive, engaging, and enriching learning environment year-round.

We are a returning family and had a great experience last summer, which is why this was so…read moredisappointing. This summer, we learned that our daughter was disciplined by being made to stand against the wall as a "time out" for running around the center. This was never disclosed to us as part of the school's discipline policy, and we were not informed at the time it happened, we only found out because our daughter mentioned it. Even more concerning, our daughter told us another child was made to stand against the wall as well, and was reportedly told "who told you you could sit down" when he tried to sit. We don't know every detail of that second incident, but if true, it points to a culture of discipline that relies on humiliation and intimidation rather than positive guidance. We've reported this formally and are waiting on a response. A call was promised today (7/2/26) however, I have not received a call yet. Until we see real accountability and a change in disciplinary practices, we can't recommend this school anymore.