Do not recommend. Not helpful and the couple that run it are controlling and mean. Try Sage…read moreEducators instead, SO much better.

I tried this learning center in two different ways with my middle schooler who needed math help…read more The first way was the "homework club" that they offer at my child's school. The club was convenient in that it took place after school right on campus. My child went twice per week for two weeks and then told me she did not feel like she was being helped in math. They basically gave the kids time and space and support to do their homework but not much instruction in the subject I requested (math). So we tried the private tutor route. I figured that one-on-one sessions with specific instructions as to what my child needed help with would be more productive. We did this for a couple of weeks, twice per week, and I was greatly disappointed. I received zero feedback from the tutor and the center even though I specifically requested regular feedback. I told them the specific aspects my child's teacher wanted her to work on and on the third session my daughter came home and told me she was working on Algebra (I had asked for help with math facts, fractions and decimals). So I went to the next session with my daughter and found she was indeed being taught Algebra. What the heck? I emailed the owner and told her that the specific tutor she had assigned was not a good fit. I told her how disappointed I was about not receiving feedback and about my child being taught things I had not asked for and not being taught what I had asked for. Apparently my email got "lost" because I did not hear back from the owner for about 10 days. Too little, too late. I spent several hundred dollars with TLC over a five week period and I feel that the experience was not worth the money. The only reason I did not rate one star is that my daughter's math grade did improve, but she was no closer to not hating math or feeling confident in her basic skills. I have since contacted several math teachers at the local high school and now we are working with a HS student who is finding fun ways to tutor my daughter in math. I actually saw my daughter laughing during one of her tutoring sessions. Priceless.

My 23 month old daughter and I LOVE Willow Grove and Ashley. We have gone every week to the mommy…read moreand me class and have been blown away by the Montessori experience and their beautiful space in the heart of San Anselmo. We love all of Ashley's amazing Montessori toys, sensory bins, and circle time. As my daughter grows, we cant wait to come for tutoring and the music and art class this Fall. This is SUCH a GEM of an experience. It is super exciting to see your child thrive in a new social and educational environment. Not to mention, we have met great new friends!!

Our two preschoolers attended summer camp at Willow Grove and are now enjoying a weekly small group…read moresession. Ashley, the owner / director, is warm, inviting and knowledgeable about the Montessori method. She's thoughtfully prepared the space and offering to accommodate each family/child's needs. For us, as a homeschooling family, the flexibility the Willow Grove model offers is awesome. Our kids can experience a small Montessori classroom environment without a full-time commitment like other programs. This lets us have plenty of time at home, for travel and for other classes in the community. Also, it's worth noting that the setting is beautiful - high ceilings, clean, bright, quality Montessori materials. There is also a nice space upstairs where parents can work or lounge if they choose to stay. Only downside is parking. In the morning it's not an issue, afternoon can be a bit hit or miss. We're very happy to have Willow Grove in the neighborhood! Definitely recommend it for anyone looking for a flexible schedule and/or supplemental learning.

Allen tutors our two daughters (middle and high school) in math and writing while coaching me and…read moremy husband through a step-by step process on how to implement a project-based home curriculum. Now that we are both working from home, and with school closures in effect with no end in sight, Allen has been helping us create a home learning environment for our daughters. When we first started with Allen, he set us up with a daily schedule, which has helped us set routines for ourselves and for our children. The daily schedule has been a game changer for us. Personally, my own stress has been reduced because Allen has empowered me with the advice, skills, and patience to work with my own children in an academic homeschooling kind of way. 100% recommend Allen!! Wonderful and intelligent individual!

I highly recommend Allen Kushinsky. Allen came in to help my 9th grade son transition to his high…read moreschool studies. In particular, I wanted a strong writing instructor for one-on-one writing development. Allen is super easy-going and approachable, and he connected quickly with my son. He was wonderful at helping sort through the various class platforms (for grading, homework assignments, resources, etc.) which can be quite confusing at Drake. He was super patient, giving thoughtful and helpful feedback to my son. He also helped my son devise study systems for each of his classes, making the course load much more manageable. We hope to continue with Allen on a project basis, and then restart weekly meetings once winter sports are over.

It was in Nursery School where the teachers brought to my attention that my younger son Aidan…read moreneeded support in school. Once he started elementary school, his kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Chavez mentioned that he needed additional support. At that time, they did not know what the issues were. My thoughts were that he was too young for the grade but having a twin sister and she was advanced, I could not hold him back one year. My son struggled in school until I met Shannon Mulligan, owner of Marin Tutors. From the very beginning that I asked for help, Shannon took the time to provide the support that my son needed always paring him with excellent tutors that were compatible with my son's personality and their teaching techniques were always easy for my son to understand those math equations. Marin Tutors were common to see them at home, once or twice a week, every time that I came from work. From elementary school, up to his Senior year. Aidan recently graduated from San Rafael High School, Class 21, and he was accepted at the University of Nevada - Las Vegas. In August, my husband Bradd, Aidan, and I drove to Las Vegas to settle him at the dorms of UNLV. It took us a few days to help him settle in his new stage in life, College. While we were helping to settle Aidan in his dorm, he expressed his excitement about his new college life, and he shared with us: "I can't believe that I am here right now, it is pretty exciting"... That really touched me, because automatically I went back in time, to those moments where he was filled with frustration for not being able to understand his math problems, all those moments that he felt "something was wrong with him" and being rescued by all those hours of tutoring with Marin Tutors. The truth is, that he is where he is right now, at UNLV thanks to Marin Tutors. He could not do it, or I could not help him (the math of nowadays is not my strength) without the help and support of Shannon Mulligan and all her excellent tutors that spent time with my son, one on one. To Shannon Mulligan, Marin Tutors, and all those college students that joined Marin Tutors thru the school years of my son, thank you for all your time, dedication, passion, patience, and knowledge. Thank you for all you contributed to helping my son Aidan. We would always be so grateful about it, and you would always be a part of my son. I guarantee you that!... Marin Tutors and Shannon Mulligan are simply the best! -Mirsonia

Prior to this the recent quarantine, my son was using Marin Tutors to amp up his reading skills. We…read morewere super impressed with their skill-set, responsiveness, and overall quality As of yesterday, we went virtual with them!! Marin Tutors has now converted to online tutoring on Zoom , Google classroom, and Skype for K-12 students. Their tutors now use extra cameras and online whiteboards to make learning in this time as fun and engaging as possible They have incredible tutors, and are extremely flexible and easy to work with. My son's skills have sky-rocketed since we engaged with them, he actually looks forward to his sessions, and we couldn't be happier!

Jai at LifeWorks has been transformative for our son. He is not just a tutor but a counselor,…read moreadvisor and friend. He is a trusted adult for our son where he feels comfortable sharing his struggles with school. Based on that trust Jai can help guide and provide first class educational support. My son now loves math! Thank you!

Jai and his team worked with my daughter throughout high school. Through this experience, my…read moredaughter benefited from meaningful mentorship that went beyond specific subject matters. With their guidance and support, she built confidence in her intellectual abilities - all of which has helped her as she navigates college and the next chapter in her life. Highly recommend!

Helena is friendly and patient. From the first meeting my daughter felt comfortable and relaxed…read moreduring her sessions. She says Helena is engaging, the hour goes by really fast. She makes it easy to understand the Algebra concepts that are otherwise boring and difficult to grasp in class. We don't have any test results yet - I'll be sure to update the review again soon. But for now it's enough to know that we love Helena and highly recommend her!

I've been using tutors for my children over 20 years, mostly math. Helena is by far the best math…read moretutor, I wish I had known her earlier. Helena comes prepared and knows her subjects well. My daughter finds her easy to understand and now takes a level of math that I never would have anticipated she could do. Helena also tutored my daughter for the SAT and ACT math portion of the tests, but was also able to teach her the strategies of each test. My daughter has been working with Helena for two years and I trust her completely.

I have been taking Spanish classes here for the past year. The group classes are small allowing…read morefor easy participation by all. The teachers are knowledgeable and encouraging. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced student Solvita Spanish School is a great place to study!

Love this school! Solveig is amazing. She understands how to teach to your level and will…read moreaccommodate both private and group lessons. Her assistant Loretto is teaching my son and he's learned more in 2 lessons than all semester at school!

Mike is a great math tutor for high school students. He is extremely professional and is known for…read morehelping students improve their grades, particularly in advanced algebra and calculus. He creates a great learning environment in his home office and is very reliable. Highly recommend him!

My daughter, a high school junior, has had a number of math tutors over the years. None come even…read moreclose to the pedagogical excellence and 'touch' of Mike Kennedy. My daughter went from a lowish B to a high A (if not the highest grade in her class, nearly so). I am an attorney and ex-college professor myself - someone who's endured, and compelled others to endure lessons. Although as they say, "results may vary", for my money, you can't do better than Mike.