Kumon works, there is no debate about this. My daughter was having problems with simple math…read morecomputations when we started the program in third grade. After a little more than a year, she is now more than one year ahead of her grade level. The anxiety with math that she used to have is now totally gone, and helps her see the importance of doing Kumon. She is so far ahead of her math level in class, that we have switched over to the reading program to help her get stronger in that area. The Director, Ms Lyndsay has been incredible to work from the start and her entire staff is friendly and helpful. I highly recommend this location and the Kumon system.

I was worried about my daughter who was falling behind in her class because she was having trouble…read morereading. Signed her up for Kumon and now she loves reading so much she can't put her chapter books down! We also signed her up for the math program and now she is doing work above her grade level. I am grateful for Ms. Lyndsay for always communicating with me about my daughter's progress and for the helpful and friendly staff! If you want your child to not only learn but get ahead of their class, I recommend Kumon of Tarzana

Mathnasium Encino is pretty top notch…read more So originally, I had my 6 year old working to improve comprehension with word problems that were read on paper in addition to word problems that were spoken directly to her as well as building numerical fluency and speed math. We enrolled only for a month because of time conflicts for months ahead. The total was $369 for one month. Evan was the one who basically walked us through the entire program and he is a fantastic director because he provided thorough explanations about my daughter's progress in addition to the ways in which the instructors would tailor and strategize her math curriculum. I can vouch for the effectiveness of their techniques and this because her progress showed in school. The techniques that Mathnasium taught her were very meaningful to my daughter- especially when her teacher administered tests to the class. The tutors are very friendly- my daughter became very close with Jackie and Moises. They mentored her, walked her through her homework, and taught her new concepts each day we went to Mathnasium. Cons- This place is pricey BUT it's a wonderful investment for your child. - It opens at 3:00 pm which is kind of a downside for us because it would be nice to hop in a bit earlier. - You need to invest at least a couple or more months to see considerable progress. Even though my daughter was here for only one month, I can tell that if we stayed longer, she would be equipped with more skills and she would have a better edge in learning math. So be prepared to schedule time in for Mathnasium lessons. Pros- You get to customize the curriculum and they provide all of their strategies and tactics so your child can work to achieve each newly learned concept which I think is a nice thing about Mathnasium. - My daughter liked the rewards system and many other kids in the center do as well. - You can drop in as often as you would like.

My daughter has been attending for a year now, and we are very pleased with her progress. Matthew…read moreand Samuel are excellent educators and run an outstanding program. I highly recommend this place if you're seeking a solid tutoring for your children. Marjan

This review is long over due, we our going on our third year of enrollment at HillPoint Montessori…read moreand we are extremely happy about our decision. Prior to having our child here, school was a real daily struggle. We did not enjoy having to spend long hours each night completing work sheets and hw; our child was not happy. Being professional working parents having to come home and complete a stack of "work sheets" was utter misery for all of us. Each Sunday night we began to hear "my tummy hurts", since school was on Monday. The final straw came the day when our little one yelled at us in tears "I HATE SCHOOL!!!", we finally accepted that we needed a change. I searched and spent countless hours reading, talking to other parents, and doing campus tours of different private schools in the SFV area. Most were either not affordable for us or followed very traditional teaching methods. We knew our child needed something different, "aHillpoint Montessori was the answer. I remember the first day we toured the campus with our child; we meet the school director and lower elementary teachers. We were in awe as we saw that Ms. Alyssa (the lower elementary teacher) had in her "parent library" the same books that we were reading about child development and child neuro-development. The more we got to know Ms. Alyssa and ask her questions, the clearer it became to us that the Montessori teaching approach was in perfect sync to what our child and family needed. We were in disbelief that such a school and classroom could even exist and that the tuition was within our budget. By the time we were done with our tour we knew we had to enroll our child at Hillpoint Montessori. We asked lots and lots of questions to the school director Ms. Dayani; our questions were very direct and upfront--we needed to know and feel secure that this school would be the right place for our child and family. We didn't want to find our child and family in another school environment that didn't support our child's needs. Making a change was a bit intimidating, having to change your child's school is and can be nerve wrecking. However, the school and Ms. Alyssa made the transition a smooth and beautiful one. The approach that Montessori takes is one of respect, inclusiveness, and acknowledgment. In other schools I noticed that children are "talked at" and not "talked with"; now our child has a voice and is heard by the teachers and classmates. In the Montessori method, children are taught empathy, independence, good citizenship, curiosity, and creativeness which foster an environment of learning. Our child loves to learn and explore the world, the questions we now get asked and engagement is astonishing. At our previous school, which followed the traditional teaching method, our child did not want to go to school and upon being picked up there was nothing to share or mention about the day. All the answers were "I don't know..." followed by endless silence-regardless of what we asked, how we asked, or how creative we were in engaging a conversation about the school day. Prior to Hillpoint, the passion/curiosity to learn within our child was disinterested; we were able to see a drastic difference within the first week of starting class at Hillpoint Montessori. It's as if our child was back!!! Now, pick up time is the best part of the day, and very often our child says to us "why did you pick me up so early! Can't you pick me up later please?". The car ride back home is endless chatter as we hear about everything that happened at school that day, what lessons were taught, and what subjects were learned. We have also been able to form beautiful friendships with other school families and our children very often get together for play dates and to do fun activities together. We didn't have this at our previous school, it's a special community we have built at Hillpoint. There is no other learning method that comes close to the Montessori method, with the exception of the Waldorf Method, however, this is not financially permissible to our family or most families. If you don't know what the Montessori method consists of, I encourage you to look it up-- if you are reading my review, and taking the time to get this far, it's probably because your child and family are searching for a better fit and learning environment. We understand as we were there three years ago. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out; happy to pay it forward and share more of our experience with you. * We are a real family and we were not paid nor given any type of incentive from the school or anyone at the school to write and share our experience.

My son started at Hill Point Montessori when he was just 2 years old, and the growth we've seen in…read morehim over the past two years has been incredible. His vocabulary and communication skills have evolved remarkably, reflecting the Montessori approach that truly fosters independence, confidence, and a love for learning. He has had amazing hands-on experiences making fresh orange juice, churning butter, observing the life cycle of chicks, and gardening that taught him practical life skills, responsibility, and curiosity about the world. The community at Hill Point is wonderfully diverse. Along with our son forming beautiful friendships, we as parents have also built lasting connections. Mrs. Dayani and Ms. Anishka are incredibly passionate and dedicated, and their love for Montessori education shines in everything they do. Their wonderful teachers Ms Dinorah, Ms Ishani, Ms Maryam, Ms Rakhi and staff ensure every child feels seen, supported, and celebrated. Hill Point Montessori is a nurturing, vibrant, and truly authentic Montessori environment. We are so grateful for the foundation they've given our son--it will stay with him for life.

Thank you for helping my son read better and become an amazing mathematician. I really appreciate…read moreall that you have taught my son. Tricia and her staff are really amazing and I appreciate you all. Best wishes, Alisa.

Tricia is an amazing instructor and we love how attentive and hands on she is. She's always been…read moreavailable to help with our questions and made time for us with our crazy post-fire schedule. The new classroom space is warm and inviting and the kids love coming to class. We see real progress. Highly recommended! A+++

Learn to the Max is by far the best tutoring center in the the SFV! All of the tutors at this…read morelocation are knowledgeable and patient with the kids. With their expertise and exceptional customer service no wonder why I have referred so many friends and family to this place! Parents, if you are looking for a safe place to leave your child to run errands and come back to completed homework assignments and positive report cards, this is the place to go!

Learn to the Max: professional educators, effective teaching strategies, a fun and safe learning…read moreenvironment and customized tutoring plans for each student. Wouldn't trust anyone else. Also great for college application and essay writing support!

My son has been attending Sylvan Learning Center, he really enjoys going. My son has been learning…read moreskills to help him improve his reading just last week he raised his hand in class to read to the class, the teacher told me that he did a good job. As a parent its painful to know when your child is struggling with a subject, Sylvan helps so much in ways that gets my sons attention. I am so thankful for Sylvan

My son has been attending Sylvan Learning Center in Tarzana for about a year. After transitioning…read moreto public school, he struggled with reading and writing. Thanks to the exceptional tutors and the patience, encouragement, and dedication of the center's director, Nikka, he has made incredible progress and is now earning straight A's. I am truly grateful to Nikka for always believing in my son, encouraging him to reach his full potential, and carefully matching him with the tutors who best fit his learning style. Her commitment to his success, along with the support of the entire Sylvan team, has made a tremendous difference in his confidence and academic achievement. We couldn't be more thankful for everything they have done for him. I can't thank you enough Nikka!!

Lockurst is the best elementary school we could have dreamed up for our children!!! We moved to…read morethis area for the schools years ago, and Lockhurst has exceeded our expectations in every way! We're able to be involved in the school and both kids' classrooms, and the community has been and continues to be incredibly welcoming. Just a fun group all around! The teachers, staff and principal make this school what it is and we feel very lucky that our littles and ourselves are part of this special place. The PTO works hard to make the family and student experience as fun as it can be throughout the year and lots of families are very dedicated to keeping it amazing. The kids are thriving academically and socially and adore their classmates and teachers. Thanks to everyone at Lockhurst that makes this school what it is!

Love this school! It is a small tight community of parents and teachers. My kids feel supported by…read moretheir teachers and so do I. I especially like that they are actively building community with lots of events like a glow dance, movie nights, Fall Festival. It feels very small town in that wonderful way. Plus they have music, dance, robotics and other classes that help my kids enjoy going to school.

I've had experiences with this tutoring center since its inception nearly eight years ago, and…read morecompletely believe in its program. For those of you looking for a place that will help your kids out with school, this is one of the best and most unique places out there. Unlike Kumon and Sylvan, Homework Bound focuses on the homework the children bring home rather than bombarding them with additional work and exercises. The teachers help the students understand their homework first and reach the root of the problem that way. Thus, those who need some extra focus can get that and those who need additional guidance can receive that as well. The program focuses on organization and time-keeping skills that will help the children with their homework and can also be applied elsewhere even after they leave the center. The teachers are great, caring, funny, and also focusead. They are chosen very carefully and put a lot of heart into what they are doing. Mr. Vesagas, the director, is also a very caring man who devotes so much of his time to his program and the children. He is extremely passionate about helping each child individually and always makes sure that they stay on track in terms of finishing their work. I definitely recommend this place if you are looking for some extra tutoring for your child. While this isn't a "day-care," it is a great alternative to it. Bring your child home in the evening with their homework finished and enjoy some very much needed family time. :)