We just signed our daughter up for Kumon a couple of months ago and I'm already seeing a…read moredifference. She is autistic although high functioning, and struggles greatly in math. They determined that even though she is about to go into fifth grade, her true last level of mastery was kindergarten. As we were sitting down for the initial conference, they were so great about answering all my questions and making sure to spend enough time with me to make me feel like I was not be rushed and that I was truly being listened to. I like their program for several reasons. One is that it's completely personalized for each child and the level they are currently at and the goals they wish to achieve. Also, my daughter has work to do every single day and visits the center twice a week for one on one personalized attention. Because the work starts out at her level and very gradually increases in complexity, she has not felt frustrated but instead is building her confidence slowly but surely. They foster independence, so she heads into the center and puts her homework away, gets her work out, and begins work on her own without any prompting. She is expected to record the times that she begins and ends when she does complete her work so they are taking into consideration not only accuracy but also mastery as far as rote memory is concerned. Basically they have figured out her last comfortable level of mastery and they are working to gradually build on that so that she is sure to have a strong foundation. I know that it will take a while to get her up to grade level, but I am confident that we are taking the proper steps with Kumon to help our daughter succeed.

I am a Texas Certified Math (8-12) and Technology Applications (EC-12) Teacher and have been…read moreteaching Math in the North Dallas Area since 2001. I have taught in Private Schools to Public Charter Schools. I have taught small classes to up to 30+-40 students. I have taught at 6 different schools and all grade levels from 4th Grade to 12th Grade (Precalculus, Statistics, Math Reasoning, Math Models with Applications). I was also a former Adjunct Part Time College Professor at Collin College teaching a computer class for four years. I started teaching at Bridge Builder Academy (BBA) in Richardson, Texas in January 2022. BBA is uniquely different in that students are taught one on one with their teachers. They get 100% of their teacher's time, and focus during each one-hour lesson. Students are constantly working because there is no time to be distracted by other students, goofing off on their phones, tablets, laptops, etc. They can't just "hide" in a large classroom and get lost in the material, or be afraid to ask for help, etc. Most schools would have forced me to use a set of curricula but each BBA individual's curriculum is designed according to what is best for the student to become successful based on their unique individual learning needs, styles, etc. I was approached by parents of students I taught at BBA's Graduation in May 2022 and they were thanking me for putting in the time to know their students, working with them, and helping them to do better in math. One student hated math, but the parents told me that in my 5 short months that they learned to appreciate it and like it. Another parent thanked me for her getting her son more than well-prepared for the upcoming school year. BBA offers parents and students a chance to have teachers work directly with their students in an individual one on one relationship. I have the freedom to be able to adjust individual learning. Yes, our tuition might be higher than other Private Schools. Make sure when you compare schools you look at how big the classes are. How can your child get the individualized attention and learning in a 45 minute or 1 hour class with 10, 20 or 30 other students? Are your teachers certified by TEA in the State of Texas? Are your teachers certified in Special Education or have worked with Special Education Students in the past? Will your student get one-on-one support? Will the curriculum be developed for your child's unique skills or learning styles to be successful in life? How will it change from the other students in the class? Are your child's Principals (or in the case of Private Schools and Charter Schools or Directors) have recent certification in the classroom as a Teacher and/or Administrator? Are all of the School's Classes taught by a certified teacher or just a long term substitute who may or may not having any teaching credentials? Is your student going to get the attention they need in your school or are they just a number in the classroom? In my 22+ years of teaching at multiple schools, I have had Principals with no certification and no teaching experience. BBA was recently (2023) awarded a 1st Place GOLD MEDAL in the Dallas Morning News' People's Choice Awards for the BEST PRIVATE SCHOOL in the DFW Area! This is the SECOND YEAR IN A ROW (We also won for 2022). Some schools talk about STEM, but have your students ever participated in a NASA Sponsored Contest? During the 2021-2022 school year, students from Bridge Builder Academy participated in the NASA Hunch program. Led by Mr. Michael Hays (BBA Teacher of the Year 21-22) students designed a prototype moon shoe "Lunar Loafers". They presented their original design during an event in November 2021 where NASA scientists evaluated their ideas and presentation. At this event, it was suggested that they pursue a patent for their product. Our students were selected to participate in the "Innovation Day" event in April 2022 at the Johnson Space Center. At this final event for the school year, they were awarded 3rd place in addition to winning a National Award for Design and Prototype. BBA has recently been selected by the National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET) to be a 2022-2023 School of Excellence! BBA was the ONLY school in Richardson and Plano, 1 of 4 in the DFW area, 1 of 7 in the State of Texas, and just 1 of 123 in the entire United States! We are honored to receive this recognition! In 2019, Teresa A. Bronsky, Head of the School, was named a Member of the Continuing Advisory Committee for Special Education. With this appointment, she was able to help formulate the direction that Special Education would take in the state of Texas for the foreseeable future. In July, 2023, Two Teachers from BBA were selected and worked on Proclamation 2024 in Austin, TX to review and provide input for proposed new State Approved TEA Curriculum for Schools for Technology Applications and Personal Finance.

My child attended BBA and we had a most positive experience! They truly meet children where they…read moreare and get them where they need to be. The director, Mike, and his wife, Teresa, were excellent to work with and easy to connect with when needed. The teachers exceeded our expectations and the one time we didn't have a great connection with an instructor, a change was easily made!

This is the first day care experience for my grandchildren. They love their teacher they love the…read moreclassroom itself they have adjusted well since day one. My granddaughter is learning Spanish, cooking, culture so many cool things. They love the kids here at the school.

My daughter was struggling with reading, becoming anxious when she needed to read and avoiding it…read moreif possible. After just one lesson, she couldn't wait to do her Kumon homework and enjoys going to her lessons. She brings me books to read to me. Her confidence has soared! She wants to do the math tutoring too, and I'm excited for what Kumon can do for her already excellent math skills!

I am completely blown away by PPMA. We left our prior daycare due to concerns regarding negligence,…read morepoor nutrition, and lack of staff support. Comparing different daycares can feel like comparing apples to oranges, so let me summarize the things that make PPMA stand apart from the rest. - The staff are valued and supported. This translates to excellent care for your children. - Montessori principles. Within one week my toddler excelled at independent play and drinking from an open cup. His confidence soared. - Outside play twice a day (weather permitting). Being outside is our son's favorite thing, and I can't believe he was cooped up all day at the previous daycare. - Handmade meals and an open kitchen. No secrets, no nonsense, just wholesome and filling food! - Reasonable tuition. I can't believe we were paying more at our previous daycare for so much less. These are the biggest differences we've noticed in just a week here. Most importantly our son is happier and we are so grateful!

We brought our daughters here at age 3 & 4 when their other Montessori school closed abruptly…read more Everyone- the owner, administrative staff, and teachers have gone out of their way to welcome us and provide a wonderful learning environment for our girls. The facility is great with a shaded playground and nice classrooms. Also, as gay dads in Texas we are always a little cautious when looking into communities for our kids. PPMA is incredibly diverse and provided a welcoming environment to families of all kinds. We will miss them when our daughters head off to school!

This is a very effective way to learn Spanish (or English) through practicing conversation and…read moreevery day application, rather than the traditional large classroom setting or memorizing long vocabulary lists. Micah is a great teacher! She's very friendly, patient, and helpful. I had lessons once a week for a 2 months with 2 other friends to divide the cost, and my Spanish speaking ability improved immensely!

I've been learning Spanish with Micah and her team for almost 3 years, and she and her teachers…read moreare awesome. Two classes per week in my office and two classes per week on Skype when my schedule allows. Micah is enthusiastic, encouraging, and professional, and I recommend her company to anyone with an interest in learning another language.

My daughter went to to that place for several years. There was no growth, no change, no Math…read moresense, no love for Math, nothing. She still has a low C in Math. My advice: 1- Get a tutor who will work one one one with your child. 2- Go to a real test prep center, this is just a tutoring place. 3- They try to sell themselves as a test prep center. They are not a test prep center. 4- Save over $200 a month by not sending your child to this place. 5- My daughter did not like the teaching methods used in this place. It feels great not to go to that place anymore!

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Both of my kids go here and it's the BEST decision I've ever made! We love Mrs. Sarah and her…read moreteachers!