Canaan Tutoring Center is a great place for kids to learn and grow. I came here starting 6th grade,…read moreand I started to tutor here around my sophmore year in high school. Teachers here are very friendly and intelligent, the manager Ken is one of the nicest people you'll meet and he genuinely cares for each kid. Teachers can help you on a range of subjects specializing in math and English. The center is great, with a lot of computers here for research and board games make you think and use your brain. The price here is also relatively low. Definitely recommend this place.

Canaan Tutoring is great. It offers a good atmosphere for kids to socialize while still working on…read moreschool. There are regular school days which provide kids with help for homework and studying and then there are summer sessions which are day camps, but still do some education exercises so kids don't forget everything they've learned. The manager (Ken) is very friendly. He's nice and he's great with the kids.

My initial experience with Cornerstone Academy was positive and I met with the director for about…read morean hour. Unlike the other Yelp reviewer, I wasn't bothered by the $20 application fee; I think that's pretty standard. I sourced out this preschool because they had a Cantonese/English preschool curriculum that I was looking for. The school was clean and organized and the curriculum, very structured. The last part - it being "very structured" - is when I had a long "sit and think" about Cornerstone Academy. I'll say this: It is rare in the extreme that I can't elicit a positive reaction from children. I adore kids and listen carefully to them, often getting down on one knee to be at their level. My sweetness and genuine interest usually garners instant smiles and children quickly and animatedly engage me in conversation after I express interest in them ("Oh, is that a picture of a doggy you drew?" "Is red your favorite color? Mine too!") When I took a tour of the school, the children were eerily quiet. They lacked the playful and animated spirit that preschoolers have. I was a little disturbed about how taciturn - even a bit frightened- they seemed when I toured the school. I didn't think this was a normal reaction. I thought maybe it was because I'm not Asian and I believe that 99% of the students at Cornerstone are. But, I've never had that experience with children my whole life. It really gave me pause. I think children need and want structure however when it's too much, it stifles children's natural exuberance and curiosity. I think this is happening at Cornerstone Academy. If you're a very strict parent and you're looking for this very, very structured environment for your child (that also includes uniforms, again, good in some ways but I think too early for preschoolers) then I think you'll be happy with Cornerstone Academy. As for my child, I thought it was way too constrictive an environment for preschool and I feared it would stifle my child's creativity and his high-spirited nature. The school has some positive things but it wasn't the right fit for my child or the environment I thought would be most productive for his development.

A private school that allows enrollment of children as young as 3 years old (as long as they're…read morepotty trained). Staff is super attentive and cirriculum is strictly enforced. Not simply focused on academic achievement, but on personal growth as well. This campus offers a junior pre-kindergarten, a senior pre-k, and kindergarten. The school day is split in half, with Chinese (cantonese) being the only language used in the mornings, and English taught after the kids wake up from their naps. I've found that this has increased my son's Cantonese fluency to a tremendous level. Obviously children at this age spend a fair amount of time doing arts and crafts, as well as playing and socializing. The classes utilize allocated space in the event outdoor time is not feasible due to inclement weather. My wife and I are quite satisfied with the school and we look forward to having our son spent a few more years under the watchful eyes of his teachers. We are very secure with sending our son to school on a daily basis. Please note that this private academy is affilated with Cornerstone Evangelical Baptist Church, so there is a religious agenda.

We couldn't be happier with our rising 3rd graders experience at tutoring club. Our child now has…read morean excitement for learning, growth around writing, spelling and math and most importantly it has greatly impacted his motivation and passion for learning! Thank you TC!

My friend had recommended tutoring club to me several years ago. I thought it was something I can…read morehelp by working with him. It was stressful because it affected our relationship. Finally, I contacted Mr.A and got him assessed. He was in desperate need to help improve and bring up his grades because he was very behind with his grade level. He's doing so much better and more confident about his work. I'm very pleased with SF Tutoring club. My advice is don't procrastinate like me and the money is well worth it than the mental distress!

We've had a wonderful experience at the South San Francisco Kumon Center. While homework at home…read morecan be a bit of a struggle sometimes, the progress and results have been amazing. Both of our children have advanced well beyond their school grade levels, and we truly credit Kumon more than their regular classes for that growth. The owner and instructor, Ms. Tian, is excellent to work with. She has always been flexible and understanding when our schedule changes because of sports or other activities. Her support and communication make a huge difference. The cost is absolutely worth it for the academic progress and confidence our kids have gained. We've recommended this center to other families and will continue to do so.

This review has been long overdue. My kid came to this place over a year ago or so and I just want…read moreto warn other parents that this Kumon Center is not very accommodating at all. My child was having issues with his instructor and we had requested to switch our child to another instructor because they clashed the whole time. Unfortunately, instead of helping my child find an instructor who can work better with, the manager argued that the instructor assigned to our child was the best they've got(we found out later on that the instructor my child had was also the owner, so go figure). Our child used to enjoy Kumon and started dreading it when new management took over. To make a long story short, we pulled out our child from this Kumon Center and found a much better one that we are truly happy with. Also, I would also like to point out that most of the good reviews from this Center were made years ago already so don't be deceived. This Kumon place is now under new owners and they are not easy to work with. Our experience with them was terrible! I felt compelled to write this because I've come across a few parents who took their kids here but left as well-- Just don't waste your time and go somewhere else!

As a student of this school the teachers are nice and the the place is clean the place is just over…read moreall really great. There is also barely any bully and actively there is no bullying. However the lower level boys bathroom is dirty due to kids peeing but missing the toilet or urinal

I pick up my niece here once in a while when needed. Love that they have the conveniency of a…read more'drive-thru' to pick up your child. lol. Since there aren't enough parking to park and run in and pick up your kid.

Reading through these reviews, it seems that people are different learners and if there is…read morecriticism, it is about the method. Humbly, math is a process that takes time, discipline and good old "show your work" pencil and paper. That's something that is taught here. My kids learned to sit and focus. It isn't a place where there is unorthodox learning. Bring your kids here to learn, be patient, and methodical. They will take skills with them to confidently and independently use for their future.

Of course it's FIVE - 5 STARS for Christine and her staffs. I send three kids to the Daly City…read moreWestlake Kumon for 4 years now. Not only are my kids are strong with math, the one thing about Kumon is extremely helpful that people don't understand is that my kids have developed a very strong attention span towards working on a task. This will Ultimate help them with not shying away from what's in front of them one day in life ( I am a strong pbeliever in it). Another huge benefit of Kumon is repetitiveness. Students are required to do worksheets everyday and this triggers them at a young age to learn and adapt doing certain daily task per day and skipping it is no option. My wife and I literally go crazy make them do Kumon everyday - but we know it is all worth it. So how Christine will help: If you have been doing it for 30 years, you have seen enough kids that gone through there. The experience will her and her staffs will definitely help our kids to better themselves as they r giving more kids to work with and larger sample size to help. Lastly I believe her sons help with the business which is nice to hear this place as a family establishment. Bring your kids in and let them develop this skills asap

My 10Th grade son had tutors since 1st grade. However,it wasn't until coming to kumon ocean that…read more he saw the greatest progress in one year at this writing ,he is studying at grade level and had a different attitude and confidence. I highly recommend this center filled with caring teachers and brilliant approach to learning.

They only provided my child worksheets while everything else is self learning. The ratio between…read moreteacher to students was over 10 to 1. The price may sound fair but the money was not spent on quality. I wish I went to a privately owned center than a franchise. I will not enroll my child again!

I have three kids currently attending Robert Louis Stevenson and I'm thankful that they are…read moreenrolled here. Our family has always felt welcomed and safe at RLS. The faculty, PTA, and students all value and demonstrate high academic standards, emotional intelligence, and positive community building. Additionally, we have never had any issues with bullying or having our questions/concerns ignored. I still remember our principal, Dr. Diane Lau-Yee, emailing us personally on our inconsolable eldest daughter's first day of Transitional Kindergarten over three years ago, reassuring us that she was able to calm down and have fun the rest of the day. It showed us that leadership at RLS is truly invested in the students' wellbeing and growth. We are amazed at how Dr. Lau-Yee and the rest of the RLS staff can remember the names and personalities of all the many students in attendance. The affordable afterschool programs (KEEP, ExCEL) we have utilized at RLS allow for convenient flexibility for us as working parents. And the after school staff are equally attentive and kind with the students. Peace-of-mind knowing all three of our children are picked up from school healthy and happy is invaluable. RLS is falls into the Sunset District schools that start earlier, at 7:50AM, and dismisses earlier as well (in comparison to other schools in the neighborhood that start later in the morning at 9:30M). This works out well for our family and I'd imagine for other working parents with early morning meetings and onsite start times as students may be dropped off early, between 7:30-7:35AM, for breakfast. RLS is an exceptional school with respectful, genuinely caring, and positive staff, parents, and student body. Your child(ren) will be well cared for here.

I have been continually amazed by the quality of education and the truly inclusive environment at…read moreRLS during the five years our family has been part of this community. I had heard plenty of concerns about the lottery system and staffing challenges within SFUSD, but this school is truly a gem. We feel incredibly lucky to be here. At the heart of RLS is our exceptional principal, who somehow remembers every student, parent, sibling, and even grandparent by name. She knows my second grader likes to sneak up and say "boo!" to people and that my fourth grader has invented her own bird language. She is fair, thoughtful, deeply knowledgeable, and an outstanding leader. She has also been a careful and transparent steward of the school's budget, ensuring resources are used thoughtfully to support students. Every teacher we've had has taken the time to truly know and understand my kids as individuals. I've been especially impressed with the emphasis on social-emotional learning and the way teachers create a safe, supportive classroom culture. From thoughtfully pairing my quieter child with potential playmates to proactively addressing bullying and conflict, the staff are helping us raise kind, resilient humans--not just strong students. My kids feel comfortable speaking up, asking questions, and being themselves. Academically, I've been equally impressed by how teachers meet students where they are and help them grow. One of my children is advanced in math and reading, yet she says she never feels bored. Her teachers consistently find ways to deepen and extend her learning while also fostering humility and collaboration. When my other child struggled with reading, her teacher went above and beyond--creating a short instructional video and practical tip sheets for parents on how to support active reading at home. It made me feel empowered and equipped to help. Parent-teacher conferences are always thoughtful, specific, and collaborative; we leave with clear goals and a shared plan. I also don't think people talk enough about how affordable and well-run the aftercare options are at RLS. The programs offer a variety of enriching activities while making a genuine effort to accommodate working families' schedules and needs. Beyond academics, we appreciate the community we're building. We've built meaningful friendships with families at classroom gatherings and school-wide events. My older child thinks the RLS robotics club is the most amazing activity ever--and it's run by dedicated parent and staff volunteers who give their time to create these opportunities. RLS has exceeded our expectations in every way. It's a place where students are known, challenged, supported, and celebrated. We are deeply grateful to be part of this community.