I scored 8 out of 9 in IELTS!!! It wouldn't have happened…read morewithout Padma's and Anu's help. They are very knowledgeable, experienced in this field, but what really intrigued me that they are passionate about what they do. On day one they assessed my level on all modules based on my plans on taking the test, they created a roadmap. We discussed it together and that sounded a plan. We worked based on that, there were times I'll get slow due to my full time job and distractions in life but they got me back on track. Definitely that's not possible without the extra efforts from them. There were days I got off days from work and they encourage me to visit the institute and they will arrange for 1 -1 class to keep on track. Who does that? People with passion! They were super nice, I was comfortable working them , I would approach them with my work anytime and get feedback. I scored more than what I was expecting. The are THE best!!!! Good luck :)

Anu is one of the best teachers! She made me feel confident as I was learning. She taught me with…read moresuch enthusiasm. It's clear that you love what you do Anu, and for that I am incredibly grateful. Your excitement to teach fueled my excitement to learn. Anu helped me to improve my English and also she helped me to prepare myself for the IELTS. I'm totally recommend her. Thank you so much Anu!

Great place for Japanese learner from Kindergarten to high school, teachers and staffs are very…read morehelpful and professional, they not only provide group class for different level, but also private class for different needs, highly flexible and efficient!

We love Sakura Gakuen! Both my kids have gone, but my older child didn't get as much out of…read morespeaking Japanese, so she only went for a year. My youngest, however, loves being bilingual, so he's been going for... I think 4 years now. The teachers are friendly, helpful, and very good at what they do! Pre-Covid, they had lots of fun activities outside of the regular classes, too. I can't wait until we start those again! But in the mean time, they've done great adapting up 6 schooling in a pandemic.

My son started here at just 17 months old and it's been an amazing experience from day one. The…read moredirector Lena is incredibly hands-on and gave extra attention to the newer babies, making the transition from home to school so smooth. What I love most is that the teachers don't treat this like just a job -- they treat the kids like family. His first class teachers were incredibly patient and gentle with the little ones, always making sure each baby felt safe, comfortable, and loved every single day. The 2-3 year old teachers also do a wonderful job teaching structure and basic rules, and it really shows -- my son can already count numbers and recite his ABCs! It's amazing to see how much he has grown and learned. We couldn't be happier. Highly recommend to any parent looking for a safe, nurturing home away from home for their little one!

We've had both of our kids at PBMP, and it has genuinely been one of the best decisions we've made…read moreas parents. What makes this school stand out is that both classes follow the same weekly theme, so even though the kids are at different levels, they come home excited to talk to each other about what they learned that day. The curriculum is thoughtful and the take-home work is surprisingly rich (honestly, even the adults learn something!). But what truly sets PBMP apart is the teachers. They don't just watch over the kids, they genuinely love them. Even after our kids moved up to new classrooms, their previous teachers still greet them warmly every time they see them in the hallway. We toured many schools before choosing PBMP, Montessori, church-based, traditional preschools, and nowhere else did we see this level of authentic warmth. I've visited schools where the classrooms were eerily quiet and the teachers looked disengaged. For 2 to 5 year olds, that kind of silence isn't calm, it's a red flag. I truly believe the culture here starts with Principal Lena. She's hands-on, always with the kids, and it's clear she handpicks teachers who share her heart for children. As parents, safety is always a top concern. The teachers send weekly photo updates, and if they ever notice even a small injury like a cut on the lip, they reach out immediately to check in. That level of care and communication has given us total peace of mind. Our older one is now graduating and heading to kindergarten, and I can't thank his teachers enough. He's always been a sensitive, high-needs child, and the patience and love they showed him made all the difference. We will truly miss this place.

I would like to thank Ms. Cavanas for her fantastic support, care, knowledge and communication…read more This is the 4th year our son is at Stratford and we could not be any happier. Ms. Cavanas is amazing also Ms. Jessie (elementary director) and Ms.Asita (Head of school) are very helpful and understanding. They always work with our family as a team to ensure our son gets the best out of the school. The school has a family feeling, we always know that our son is well looked after and we can communicate with the school and teacher anytime. I wish the Stratford family a fantastic holiday and new year. Parisa Pereira

I appreciate Mrs Amreen Hashmi for her caring and support. My kid is difficult, Mrs Amreen is being…read morepatient to her and going above and beyond to spend extra time to support her. She understands how important 4th grade is, as it marks the beginning of preparation for the transition to middle school, not just academically, but also in terms of social and emotional development, behavior, and growing independence. Appreciate her support this year. Thanks Mrs Amreen~

I'm deeply touched and would like to share my journey with YangFan. We moved to Dublin in 2017 and…read moreenrolled with YangFan right away. At the time, my daughter was in first grade and my son was just starting preschool. We had a wonderful experience there. Today, I especially want to share something meaningful. When COVID hit, I brought my children home in 2021, and we have not returned to YangFan since then because I have been working from home and have been able to care for them myself. We still had a couple thousand dollars remaining in our account. Recently, I thought of YangFan again, and I was amazed to learn that YangFan still allowed me to use those funds after six years. That was truly wonderful and far beyond my expectations. Thank you so much, YangFan

We toured the facility and nearly enrolled our son in their afterschool program. This review,…read morehowever, is truly about Dominic. He is the heart of the operation--bringing in families, keeping everything organized, and somehow managing countless texts, communications, and every child's details with ease. It's impressive how seamlessly he runs things for the entire school. If you're considering joining YF, it should be because of Dominic. He is trustworthy, attentive, and makes sure every child has a safe and welcoming space from onboarding through learning.

Mrs. Wu is the best Chinese teacher there is! My daughters have attended two other weekend Chinese…read moreschools for two years with no improvement to their language skills. Fortunately, we met Mrs. Wu and after one year, their language skills dramatically improved! They were able to read, write, and speak much more fluently. My daughters have been enrolled at the school for three years and have studied with Mrs. Wu for five years now and I wouldn't choose any other school! She is truly dedicated to her students and school as she has a staff that is equally as dedicated as herself.

The place looks run down and kids play for most of the day because there is no staff working there…read more It seems like they cannot keep teachers there. There's a carousal of teachers that come in every few months. They said they have Spanish classes, but have yet to see any language other than Chinese offered. I tried this place for 1 month before I took my kids out and moved them to a different after school that offered what they said instead of offering things but never delivering.

TriValley Academy is in Pleasanton, California. As a parent whose child is attending this academy,…read moreI am extremely dissatisfied with this place. I have heard from my child and others that a male teacher at the school uses foul language in class. The teacher apparently admitted that he did swear at the students. The owners of the academy knows this is going on, yet they retain this individual as a teacher. Scary. I would not recommend this academy to anyone that does not want their child to use foul language, because my child is already developing the 4-letter word vocabulary thanks to TVA! Yes, the driver is consistently late anywhere from 10 to 25 minutes. They won't tell you that they picked up your kid late either. Hey, I'm not paying you idiots to have my child bake in the hot sun or drenched in the cold rain while the driver makes his beer run! Don't let the generic website of TVA fool you, otherwise you will be surprised when you walk in on a school day. Please run from this place - there are better afterschool academies out there - if you join TVA don't say I did not warn you. Peace out. I'm giving this place a 2 stars instead of one because my kid enjoys the candy they use to bribe them with. Also, they like the stale, half eaten Goldfish crackers!

I want to thank Huntington for a job well done. My daughter performed well in her HSPT Test showing…read morescores of Average and Above Average. Before she came to Huntington she was showing Below Average Scores however she has improved a lot in all areas. She was also accepted to the High School she applied to. Thank You Huntington for all your hard work and efforts.

My ADHD 4th grader has been coming here for English help for over a year. They start with a very…read morethorough 3-hour assessment, after which they're able to tell you about your kid's strengths and weaknesses in great detail. At $150 (or more or less depending on the promotion), I think the assessment itself is worth doing even if you don't end up purchasing their tutor services. After reviewing results, they sell you an intimidating package. I say intimidating because at $75/hour for 1-on-1 tutoring, a 60-80 hour plan becomes a very significant expenditure, but if like me you know your kid needs it then it's worth it. They typically will recommend coming at least twice a week to start, and there's a detailed lesson plan with multiple workbooks for vocabulary, reading comprehension, writing (for English, but they also have math tutoring). One thing I really like are the monthly check-ins where the center director Mona shares exactly what the kid is working on, how much progress, and upcoming lessons. They're also very flexible and accommodating regarding schedule changes, your concerns about the direction of learning or progress, etc. I feel like it's pricey but you do get what you paid for, and actually the rate is reasonable considering it's private tutoring. After the initial package runs out, you'll be able to purchase hours at a little more discount. Anyway, given my son's condition we'll probably be with the center as long as he has homework to do.

My 8yr old has been in Mandarin Immersion since she was 2yrs old. She's been taking once a week…read moreZOOM lessons with Mei since February 2024 and it has been super helpful! My husband and I don't speak or read Mandarin and it's nice to have a little bit of help outside of school. My daughter loves Mei and scheduling has been super easy! She just started 3rd grade and told me that she feels her Mandarin has improved and that she's feeling super confident. I highly recommend. Mei and KaiXin Language School!

KiaXin Language School has been a really interesting and fun way to learn the basics of Chinese. I…read morehave participated in the first two levels of Mandarin taught by KiaXin's Jennifer Bai. Jennifer is extremely kind and patient. I strongly recommend her and think she is a very effective teacher.