I started taking private Hindi classes at MBK a few months ago. Being from India, I knew other…read moreIndian languages, but I didn't know very much Hindi when I started. However, with Madhu's help and guidance, I was able to very quickly gain a very solid foundation upon which to build my Hindi education. Madhu was extremely accommodating, in terms of scheduling, as well as what topics to cover. She never had any issues with me bringing up topics that were of particular interest to me (for example, days of the week/time). She was EXTREMELY knowledgeable of vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation. She was able to masterfully tailor her explanations to my education. For instance, knowing that I had a background in linguistics, she used phonetic terms (alveolar, dental, fricative) to explain things in ways that I would best understand. All in all, I took a ten week class with Madhu, and I feel fully equipped to continue my Hindi education by myself. Thanks so much for everything!

My child has been taking advanced Hindi classes at MBK for 3 years already. The teachers are…read moreextremely helpful, patient, encouraging and enthusiastic. His vocabulary, reading and writing have tremendously improved. The teachers create custom curriculum that fits child's interests and needs. Highly recommend MBK.

Our kid has been going to this school for 2 years and has learned so much! This school has great…read moreteachers and they have fun events such as Halloween and Lunar New Year. I looked at many Chinese schools prior to deciding on this one. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a Chinese school for their kid(s)!

This is our 4th year at this Chinese school after 6 years at another Chinese school (Yellow river)…read morein Fremont. My high schooler has since graduated from Tricity Chinese school and tested into Chinese 2 at James Logan high as a freshman. We basically switched because my kids could not keep up with the workload and demands of Yellow river. My husband does not speak mandarin and the environment at Tricity is more accommodating for mixed language families. The transition from simplified to traditional has been easier than I expected and pretty much a non issue for both kids. They went from dreading weekend chinese school and doing homework in tears at Yellow river, to being able to actually enjoy the language and do homework on their own with minimal help from me at Tricity. I would say that in itself speaks volumes. The school offer 2 streams, one is the traditional stream which starts with zhuyin in kindergarten and introduces pinyin by 4th grade. The other stream is the CFL (Chinese as a foreign language) which uses some English in the teaching. They also have electives after school and my son is taking the go chess class.

My kids have been going to this school for about 10 years…read more I'm thankful that they've been providing a Cantonese speaking environment and teaching kids with traditional Chinese characters.

American Chinese school is approved by Fremont unified school district. They offer Cantonese…read moreChinese class. Teachers and school principal are very nice. My son enjoys in the school.

There are not enough reviews for Bluesky! My kids attended the Hayward location. The Program…read moreDirectors Drake and Lina, as well as Ms. Esther and Mr. Dylan are incredible educators. The love, safety, attention to detail is unmatched. They are patient and kind, helpful with homework and learning in English (and Mandarin if you want your children to learn!). They challenge the kids in the best way. It has been a pure pleasure to be a part of Blue Sky and we wish them nothing but the best and many more future years of success.

We are reviewing the Bluesky program onsite at Hayward's Stonebrae Elementary school…read more We really appreciate for the program being an alternative choice for the after school program. It is onsite at the school, having a dedicated classroom and a dedicated playground. It's very convenient. All staff are bilingual in both English and Mandarin so they can offer Mandarin support on homework for kids in the Mandarin immersion program. They also provide academic support on Math and English. Things like helping students review materials in preparation of a test that the teacher will give. The kids do get play time at the playground. They provide some small snacks if kids are hungry. But we usually bring ours. They offer some extracurricular activities like coding or chess or art or dance with additional fee. What class to offer at the site depends on the number of students who are interested and signed up. But they do let kids trial the first class and see if they are interested to continue. Overall the staff are great and they create a safe environment for kids to learn, play, and socialize. The academic support on Mandarin and other subjects is also a plus to the program even for a native Mandarin speaker like me.

We are back this year and our 3-year-old leveled up to the next class which we have enjoyed. I am…read moregiving the school 5 stars as I am so impressed with all of the volunteering and work from the school to keep it going and all of the efforts they have been putting into keeping our little Saturday school going. Thank you!

We enrolled our (then) 3y old daughter last year at the German School. Both me and my wife don't…read moreknow German and purely wanted to have our kid enrolled in a language class to experience some meta learning skills early on. She was enrolled in the parent-and-child class where the curriculum spanned several popular German rhymes and kids songs. Almost all of them are favorites at home and we often watch them on YouTube. Our teacher, Ms. Kirsten is one of the most amazing and dedicated teachers one would find, considering that she'd come prepared with unique crafts for every week for the kids to be engaged. Our daughter would be so excited for Saturdays purely for the songs and the crafts that she'd get to do. We also were part of a few usual German occasions like the lantern walk and the easter egg hunt. Our daughter was quite disappointed when we said that the school was closed for the summer but she's super excited now that we've enrolled for the upcoming Fall.

Good afterschool! My child really enjoys the Kung Fu…read moreclass. He has learned a lot from the Chinese class, with significant improvement in character recognition and a better grasp of pinyin. The art teacher also emphasizes fostering creativity and innovation. What I love the most is the annual show! I truly enjoyed it and am so proud of all the kids!

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My experience with Little Apples has been absolutely wonderful. I have recommended this preschool…read moreto many of my friends because of the staff's attention to detail and how both my children expressed their enjoyment of school. I started my daughter at little apples at the age of 3 during the pandemic and my son at the age of 2. At the time little apples took all the precautionary measures to keep the students and their family safe. Miss Sharon has always been extremely responsive to questions and my concerns. I appreciated that I could email or call and ask for a short meeting to discuss any concerns I might have had. For example I was concerned about my son's transition to preschool given he was a "biter" but I was reassured by Ms. Sharon with how the staff would handle these types of situations. My daughter has continued with little apples and has been attending their afterschool enrichment program which includes homework help, learning Mandarin, science, STEM, and art. Fastfoward my daughter is now in 2nd grade and my son is in kindergarten, both attending the afterschool program and loving every moment. The staff go above and beyond and both my children have only positive things to share with me when I ask them about their day. They've made so many friends and I've gotten to know many of the other parents. Would highly recommend Little Apples

Sharon and Teresa are an absolute pleasure to work with. They are warm, professional, and deeply…read morecommitted to the well-being of their students. We were honored to be hired to renovate the entire playground to make it more toddler-friendly, and it was clear throughout the project how much they genuinely care for the children as if they were their own. Sharon, in particular, thoughtfully shared her concerns multiple times about smoothing out the basketball court to ensure it would be safer and less rough for the kids. Their attention to detail and focus on safety truly stood out. As part of the renovation, we also installed foam padding and turf along the retaining wall to help prevent falls and reduce the risk of head injuries. It was a privilege to work with such caring and dedicated individuals who consistently prioritize the safety and happiness of their students.

Janet is an outstanding teacher with extensive experience in coaching non-native speakers who want…read moreto improve their language skills. She is quick to identify and understand your challenges during the trial class and designs personalized modules that cater to your specific needs. Janet is patient when correcting repetitive mistakes and provides constructive, consistent feedback. She is also flexible with scheduling, making it easier for you to find time for lessons. Beyond language skills, Janet is someone you'll enjoy getting to know. She is friendly, approachable, and genuinely interested in your life story. As a kind, honest, and easy-going person, she creates a comfortable learning environment. Throughout my time learning with Janet, I've gained a much better understanding of native speaker intonation and effective communication. My pronunciation has significantly improved after just a few months of coaching. I now comprehend the reasons behind my accents and am actively working to avoid reverting to my old habits, ensuring I deliver my messages more clearly. You will achieve remarkable results and gain a friend and mentor through her class!

I highly recommend Janet to any non-native speakers who would like to improve their American…read moreEnglish pronunciation and delivery, and speak with confidence. I had worked with Janet for two and half years. Her sessions are highly customized to the client's needs and interest. I've learned a lot from Janet. I'm happy to say I can now speak English much more fluently and native-like. I will surely keep improving my spoken English by applying the techniques I learned from Janet, such as linking, reduction, inflection. Janet is very knowledgeable and has a keen curiosity and continual desire to expand the breadth of her knowledge. We read articles on history, culture, science, etc. Our conversations were always interesting and inspiring. I look forward to working with her again in the future.

I do not usually write reviews, but I really want to share how thankful I am for AllStar Institute…read more My kindergarten son has been going for about four months, and this place has made such a positive difference. He was actually scared at first because he came from another afterschool, but the teachers welcomed him with so much warmth. They found him a good friend right away, and they also let him spend mornings with older kids. The older children take on small leadership roles, and the younger ones feel instantly included, which helped him adjust so quickly. The teachers are wonderful. 贾老师 is someone I see at every drop-off and pick-up, and it feels as if I am leaving my child with a loving relative. 乐老师 is also amazing with both math and Chinese. Since my son loves numbers, her teaching fits him perfectly. Thanks to her, he already knows multiplication tables for 2, 3, 4, 5, and 10 as a kindergartener. Every week he surprises me with new Chinese poems, songs, and characters he learned. I also love their weekly chess and phonic classes as well. The Chess teacher Mr. Gary is awesome, and my son always comes home excited to show the chess rules he learned. The academic structure is great. Each week he brings home organized packets for Math, English, and Chinese. They also have many teachers to support all the kids and their work. The learning environment is encouraging but never pressured. They balance manners, academics, and emotional support in the best way. Their transportation service also gives me peace of mind. We receive a daily photo, which reassures us so much. They even help during long weekends and school-off days. AllStar may be a school business, but they never act like one. They feel like a warm and caring community with truly qualified teachers. We are genuinely grateful to have found this place for our son.

Teachers are very experienced and nice to students, especially principal Ms.jia is very kind and…read moreprofessional certified teacher in China and America, we highly recommend this afterschool to our community parents!