Review for Huntington Learning Center of Woodstock…read more Our experience with the Huntington Learning Center of Woodstock this summer was unfortunately disappointing--especially considering we had worked with them in the past, under a different director, with no issues at all. The change in management has significantly impacted the professionalism and overall experience. We enrolled both of our sons for summer tutoring and had initially agreed upon a discounted rate with the previous director for enrolling multiple children. However, that agreement was later disregarded by the owner, who insisted we pay the full amount--$5,000--upfront, even though no assessments or personalized learning plans had been completed yet. We clearly stated our intention to pay weekly while Huntington conducted evaluations and developed a structured academic plan. Instead of honoring that, the owner repeatedly pressured us and even interrupted one of my son's tutoring sessions--not only disrupting his learning but also directly questioning him, a minor, about how he planned to pay for the session. We found this to be highly inappropriate and unprofessional. Despite no game plan being shared and assessments still pending, she sold expensive books to our sons--knowing they had a credit card meant only for weekly session payments--and charged the books without our prior approval. Shortly afterward, she emailed us stating that services would be discontinued because we hadn't paid the full $5,000 upfront. We attempted to continue the program at the Alpharetta location, where the director initially had everything set up for us to start. However, after speaking with the Woodstock owner, he reversed course and refused to work with us as well. We then requested the academic assessments we had already paid for. The owner first refused to provide them, and after we pointed out that the assessments were conducted during paid sessions, she reluctantly agreed to send them but said she would not explain the results. We told her that was fine--but we never received anything. Fortunately, we are now working with a different tutor outside of Huntington. While his hourly rate is slightly higher, the total time built into his program is less than half of what Huntington wanted to charge us $5,000 for--and we are already seeing amazing results. After this experience, my older son even admitted that Huntington seemed to intentionally move slowly to extend the timeline and charge for more sessions. We're sharing this review to help other families make an informed decision. Our past experience with Huntington Woodstock was smooth and productive under the former director, but since the change in leadership, our experience has been marked by broken agreements, unprofessional behavior, and poor communication. We're relieved to have found a more effective and transparent alternative.

As a former educator, I am appalled at the unprofessional and rude attitude displayed by the…read moredirector at the Woodstock GA location. Conferences to review the initial assessment were scheduled and then cancelled on two consecutive days. The staff is evidently not privy to her schedule to assist them when they are scheduling conferences or she approved them (one employee put me on hold to speak with her about availability) and then had staff call me to reschedule due to a meeting one day and "administrative" duties the next. When she called at my request so that a schedule could be resolved for the conference she was rude, stated that conferences were never scheduled before noon ( I was offered several 11:30am slots or from 9-3 on the second day), and stated that having the assessor involved in the conference was not the way they did things even though that was a request that was granted when I scheduled/rescheduled on both dates. I questioned why the communication between her and her staff was so lacking and this made her mad. She said that now the assessor would not be in the conference. I stated, while being rudely talked over repeatedly, that none of this was shared verbally or with a brochure when I iinitially contracted for services and that as educators we look at the whole child to assess strengths and weaknesses so it was important that the person who assessed him provide feedback on demeanor, attentiveness, etc. during assessment. She (the director) had never even met the child. She never offered a time/date for a conference. I stated that this was not in the child's best interest and that I'd just like my money back and she could keep the assessment results. She said no and that I could pick up the results(no conference for explanation or suggestions). She then said "I have another conference and hung up on me. If this is indicative of how Huntington works then my professional advice is to steer clear of them if you want help for your child.

I came to Atlanta looking for a new group of actors to hang with and hone my skills. I had great…read moreexperiences with my former coach but I needed a local group. I looked at a few places and didn't find a reason to settle in anywhere. UNTIL I audited two classes at this newer studio called Atlanta Hollywood Acting Studios. The first two classes I sat in on were with Miss Erin Bethea and found her script breakdown to be in line with mine and had a great time as I watched her instruct her actors in preparation for their live debut in another month or so. I enjoyed her light hardheartedness and the love she has for the craft. I audited the Classical Meisner class with Dave Cox. He is a gentle person who thoroughly enjoys his work. I noticed that he was auditing closely the actors as they ran their scripts, not only to guide them, but to analyze where they were on their personal learning curves. GREAT! It was the end of the session and he grabbed me to run an improve scene with another actor. HE was auditing ME! FINALLY a studio that was concerned about, not just filling a seat and getting some cash but whether or not the student would be good for the studio and it's name in the long run. Good business minds! I was so comfortable with the class that I did quite well and now I am part of there MORE THAN REASONABLY PRICED Classical Meisner class. Ready for this? After one audit and one class in which Mr. Cox adjusted me, I booked a national commercial for a well known network, over the phone! Now that should speak to you volumes on the effectiveness of their instruction. Every ones journey is different buy walking on a rocky path isn't necessarily the best way to travel. Let these folks be the guides! Ted Sterner PS.... I didn't mention that they have put out three FULL TIME working actors here in Atlanta in the last year. Try to find that.

This is a lengthy review--because it's an important one. If…read moreyou're a parent weighing trust, safety, and support for your child, I hope you'll read this through. What happened here should matter to all of us. When a childcare center--an institution meant to nurture and protect--responds to a parent's concern with legal threats instead of accountability, it betrays its very purpose. This isn't just corporate crisis management. This is a place entrusted with children, choosing image over integrity and intimidation over compassion. When the business of care puts PR above people, especially children, that's not just disappointing--it's disqualifying. We asked for help. We pleaded for partnership as our child--fresh off a stellar pre-K year--struggled with a difficult transition. We came to them with honesty, transparency, and hope. In return, we got nothing. No plan. No compassion. No meaningful response. Just behavioral labels, silence, and distance. Then came the moment that broke our trust: our five-year-old was left in emotional distress--alone, in a foyer, crying--while staff stood by and did nothing. No comfort. No connection. No basic human decency. This is not a "difference of opinion." This is a violation of what childcare is supposed to be. All I ever wanted was acknowledgment and a sincere apology. What I got instead was a cease and desist letter. You don't get to violate trust and then police the truth. No ownership. No empathy. Just an attempt to bully me into silence. They wanted my review gone. They wanted my voice quiet. But I will never be silent when it comes to my child's dignity and well-being. I stand by my experience--and I'm not alone. Scroll through the honest 1-star reviews from other families who've spoken up about similar concerns. Then contrast those with the sudden flood of 5-star ratings from employees, friends, and those clearly tied to the business. It's manufactured praise designed to bury real feedback. Even worse are the generic, dismissive corporate replies: tone-deaf, cold, and entirely disengaged from the actual harm experienced. There was a time when this center felt like a second home. That changed when it came under corporate management. A once nurturing environment became cold, calculated, and "business-first." Longstanding teachers left. The warmth was gone. Leadership changed, and so did the values. When care becomes too inconvenient, children stop being seen as learners--and start being labeled as problems. When a center punishes feedback, silences concerns, and starts treating children like liabilities instead of humans -- I believe that's no longer a safe place for any family.

I have had an amazing experience at Chroma early learning academy at River Green. My grandson goes…read morehere and we all love it. The teachers and administrator's are always warm , welcoming and loving. We had a billing problem when we first started and they took care of everything for us. Amazing school and staff!

This was a really informative class. Gayle and her staff are very friendly and supportive. She…read moresupplies breakfast, she listens to you and helps you understand the consequences. The class was only 20 hours and it went by really fast. The other people were all great at participating in discussions. I recommend this school to anyone who needs it. I, myself was overall happy to have taken the class with Gayle and the class I had. Thank you to her and her staff for making me feel more at ease with my situation

Despite the unassuming exterior I believe that this is an excellent gymnastics establishment…read more They have programs for kids of all ages, and are even setting up some programs for adults. They do camps during school holidays and other events for the kids as well. For the price, they definitely seem worth it. My daughter loves coming every week for tumbling. The only real issue we have had was that when we did my son's birthday party, they had run out of napkins and plasticware with which to eat cake, even though that was included with the party. My understanding, however, is that this was an oversight, not something that routinely happens.

We have been taking gymnastics at world for years and have found them reasonably priced and they…read moremake gymnastics fun for my kids.

Great BLS instructor even signed up for her phlebotomy and EKG classes! Reasonably priced, she also…read moreoffers a payment plan to best suit your needs! Margie is very knowledgeable, and has a lot of experience in the medical field. I was her first student for her classes. I enjoyed my time with Margie and learned so much through her. She may have been my instructor but I made a great friend! She's very understanding and will work with you and help out as much as she can. Margie definitely goes above and beyond and loves what she does. Her husband and family are amazing. I would definitely recommend coming here for your refresher courses, the classes she offers or even if you're a beginner. You cannot beat the prices she makes it affordable and convenient for people.

I have been to CPR on the Spot twice for BLS renewal and once for ACLS renewal. All three times I…read morehad a good experience. The location was convenient because I did not want to drive to the Atlanta. The owner was very sweet and helpful! She genuinely cared and wanted me to pass. She was patient and took the time for me to learn things I was rusty at. Booking a time was easy and she was flexible, which was great. All my renewals were 1:1. Her prices were fair as well, with the option to purchase my book there. I highly recommend this place!

My grandson attends Sunshine House Early Learning Academy on Eagle Drive in Woodstock, and our…read morefamily has been very pleased with the care he receives. The directors are professional and are always friendly and welcoming during drop off or pick up times. From the moment you walk into the center, you can tell they care about creating a warm and supportive environment. One of the greatest benefits we've observed at this particular location is the structured daily routine. My grandson thrives on this and it's clear that the teachers and leadership team work hard to provide consistent and meaningful learning experiences. We are very thankful for The Sunshine House Early Learning Academy and as grandparents within a close-knit family, we truly appreciate the care, dedication, and positive atmosphere they provide for our grandson.

our family had a wonderful experience enrolling my son in the infant class! He was enrolled for a…read morefew months while we waited on a waiting list for a daycare closer to us and we already miss the Sunshine House so much. While my son was there he had a few different teachers in his class for appropriate fill ins, but his main teachers Ms. Madi and Ms. Cindy were absolute angels. All of the teachers were! I never had any worries or complaints and all of the teachers followed our family plan as asked. I always received timely updates on diapering, sleeping, and feeding as well as a lot of photos and videos. I truly appreciate the thorough updates now that I've seen an alternative to be honest - my son's teachers would call to even let me know if he seemed extra irritated or seemed unwell even if he didn't have a fever or obvious signs and i was thankful because i would always go right away to pick him up, even if it wasn't required. Also, Heather, the Asst Director (I think that was her role) was also incredible! She was always such a warm welcome every morning and always made my boy smile! She always informed me of anything going on in the class or with my child (sickness) and also took the time to get to know my sweet babe individually. Needless to say, we love the Sunshine House and would certainly recommend it.

CREATE, PURCHASE OR FRAME?…read more This is a cute little art studio, gallery and framing shop on the square. Naturally, the owner has his own art on display throughout the store which really complicated matters since he did not want his art photographed and I wanted to capture the inside of the building.. I tend to ask permission before I start clicking because artists are afraid of having their art copied. Anyway the problem was that I could not get a complete picture of the inside of this gallery which was in a very cool historic structure. No problem. If you are looking for art classes, the owner provides one-on-one instruction to assist you in tapping into your inner talent. After you have completed your art you can then have it custom framed right at the shop. I have to say that the selection of frames seemed a bit limited and that he primarily carries simple wooden frames in varies stains and hues. If you want it simple and understated, you can find something here but if you want something unique, you may have to look elsewhere. Finally, this is a great place to snag souvenir tees (in color or black and white), at a great price.