I highly recommend AR Academic to any family with high school kids who need test prep…read more It starts with a diagnostic test taken without any prep, followed by a consultation with Mr. Michael. He helps you figure out which test (ACT or DSAT) is the better fit for your child, and together you map out a strategic plan from the start. From there, the program is well structured: a personalized schedule, weekly tutoring sessions, and mock tests every other week so students always know where they stand. What I really appreciated was how seriously the tutors take the homework. All materials are drawn from real past tests, and students are given assignments before each session. The tutors analyze that work and tailor their instruction accordingly, so every session feels targeted, not generic. My kids came home after each session with a clearer sense of what they needed to work on, and noticeably more confident. For AP prep, Ms. Amanda was wonderful. She kept my kids motivated even when the stress started to pile up, and her upbeat energy is exactly what they needed. As for results: both of my children scored in the 99th percentile on their tests, one on the ACT2024 and one on the DSAT,2026 and earned 5s across the board on their AP exams. We couldn't be more grateful.

Extremely disappointing experience. I contacted this company to inquire about hiring a college…read moreadmissions counselor, but the lack of organization and follow-through immediately raised concerns. No one answered the phone, so I left a voicemail. I also attempted to submit their online contact form, but it only went through after multiple unsuccessful attempts. After leaving several messages, I finally received a call a few days later. Unfortunately, the representative who called seemed unprepared and unable to answer basic questions about the company's services. She apparently had not reviewed the online questionnaire I completed and could not explain the owner's qualifications, the counselors' backgrounds, or their experience and success working with students. I was told that an initial meeting with the owner, Amanda, would cost $360. I was also told that we would then be matched with a counselor at a cost of approximately $2,800 for one year. Given those fees, I believe prospective clients should be provided with clear information about the qualifications and experience of the person conducting the consultation and the counselor assigned to their child. I asked for this information to be emailed to me, but I never received anything. I also had to repeat and spell my email address several times, even though I had already entered it on the company's online form. Based on my experience, I would not feel comfortable entrusting this company with something as important as my child's college admissions process. Before charging premium fees, the company should improve its communication, repair its online contact form, properly train staff to answer basic questions, and follow through when prospective clients request information. Based on my experience, I do not recommend this company. I would recommend that the business improve its organization, communication, staff training, and follow-through before taking responsibility for guiding students through something as important as the college admissions process.

I'm a full-time college student and also work full time as a healthcare professional, so balancing…read moreeverything hasn't been easy. Before working with my English tutor, I was getting mostly Ds on my essays and struggling to organize my thoughts clearly. Since I started tutoring, my grades have gone up to A's! She's incredibly patient, explains things in a way that makes sense, and helps me build confidence in my writing. She doesn't just correct my grammar--she teaches me how to structure essays, strengthen my arguments, and write with more clarity and purpose. She even guided me on how to professionally ask my professor for a chance to revise a paper, which helped me raise a bad grade. So, I don't have a D in the class anymore because she helped me fix them and now I have an A. If you're juggling work and school like me, she's the kind of tutor who truly understands and supports your goals. I can't thank her enough for helping me become a stronger writer and student.

Nowadays, I always recommend Kim to my younger friends and family, and everyone is very impressed…read morewith her variety of subjects offered, attentiveness, and how customized each session is to our specific needs. She was so helpful especially with her flexibility during the pandemic. Definitely the best tutors available in Newport/Orange County! Thanks again Kim for everything.

Still a 5 star in my book! Sean and his staff are amazing!!…read moreDaughter number 2 is on her way to her dream school UCLA! Now we have 2 bruins Sean thank you for all your help and guidance with both girls.

Sean Yen is a fantastic tutor! As the name suggests, he makes an effort with every one of his…read morestudents to deliver a personalized experience. Teaching skills ranging from from simplified SAT techniques to hone in sections I was strong in and more unconventional methods to bring out strengths I didn't know I had, he not only helped me raise my SAT score 170 points, but he also got me past the aversion to math and statistics I'd had throughout high school! Past being an amazing teacher, his warm and hilarious personality hits you right away. When you tell him something -- whether a story about your family, a college you're working to go to, a movie you liked, or a dream career -- he will remember. He is a strong teacher and a valued friend, and I couldn't recommend him enough.

Justin turned our HS junior's year around. He was basically failing chemistry when we reached out…read moreto Justin. He and our son really hit it off and worked together for probably the past 10 weeks. With the Covid shutdown, he literally was a life saver. Turned the F all the way to an A-. Would heartily recommend him to anyone.

Justin is professional, Reliable and a brilliant tutor. He is very knowledgeable and explain things…read morevery patiently and make sure that the student understands the concepts. He makes learning fun and easy. Justin is very calm and that results in his students being able to learn complicated and sophisticated chemistry concepts including dimensional analysis and all the math required for chemistry. I whole Heartedly recommend Justin as a tutor , he has helped my children ( Ap chem and chem) tremendously.

We started reading tutoring for our son a little over 1 month ago. He's in 1st grade and was…read morefalling a bit behind in reading. It seemed like a big part of this was confidence as well. Our son was a bit nervous for the first meeting as he didn't really know what to expect, but as soon as LeeAnn came in, she put our son at ease. She is so friendly and works great with kids. During the first meeting, she did an assessment to see where he is at. She then met with Taylor who runs Sprout Reading and they developed a plan for him. I really appreciated that they did this, because they could've just helped him read some books that we have at our house or helped him with some of his homework. I really appreciated how thorough everything was. After just a couple of meetings, she was able to explain to me exactly where it seemed that he was struggling. And, then she got to work on helping him through those areas. In just one month, we have already seen an improvement in his reading abilities. His confidence has increased, and his teacher at school has noticed as well. He is a lot more excited about reading and is more eager to try reading things on his own. We are very excited to see where this takes him in the next few months. Our son also has pretty severe ADHD, and LeeAnn has been wonderful in supporting him with that. She knows how to navigate this in a way that works well for him. I would highly recommend Sprout Reading Intervention!

Taylor and her team are an exceptional group of tutors. My children have worked with several tutors…read morefrom Sprout Reading Intervention, and each one has been incredibly supportive and helpful. We are currently working with LeeAnn, and she has been amazing with my kids! They are learning so much and genuinely look forward to their tutoring sessions with her. LeeAnn goes above and beyond to keep them engaged, making each lesson both effective and enjoyable. She's also very professional and knowledgeable, and love that she has many years of teaching experience. One detail I especially appreciate is the individual folders she has created for each of my children. It contains all of their completed work, making it easy for them to review and track their progress. It's clear that she is thoughtful and intentional--she provides lasting value. With upcoming teacher conferences, I am excited to hear more about their growth in their reading skills. As a parent, I have already seen significant improvement! I highly recommend Sprout Reading Intervention!

We have now used them twice for tutoring. They make sure your tutor is a perfect match. We needed…read moremath and chemistry help and have wonderful tutors. Chrystal knows exactly what she is doing and provides gentle guidance for my youngest. She knows Chemistry well and it's a great fit. Our prior math tutor has since left but he was perfect as well. Definitely recommend.

Our tutor David is a great teacher with a solid math education. He is calm and patient and explains…read moreconcepts in an easy to understand manner.

I started my senior year of high school frantic and scared out of my mind about the college…read moreapplication process. I had no idea what an ideal length, topic, tone, message for a college application should be. I'd been rolling through the application anxiety ridden and plagued with a nervous stomach. Luckily, I met Justin. He helped me through the entire application process, and guided me through how to answer short questions, essays, and extracurricular descriptions. At the end of the day I felt at ease (well as at ease as a high school senior can be during college app season). I felt confident and proud of my application.

I highly recommend Justin and his team. Justin is professional, communicative, honest and…read moreunderstanding. He truly wants to help students put forth the best versions of themselves in the application process. Premier Prep is the ideal partner for navigating college admissions throughout the course of high school or simply if you need application help during senior year. I can't say enough good things about Justin and Premier Prep!

I have a 13-year-old son with ADHD who was really struggling in school, especially in math. We had…read moretried group tutoring and after-school options, but it just wasn't doing it. I happened upon ASN through word of mouth and I'm honestly blown away! Not only is he excelling, but he LIKES math now! I never thought that I would see the day that happened. The only down part is that I wish I had ASN when I was in school. Other than that, our tutor is so kind, incredibly patient, and pretty much exactly what you would think of if you thought about an ideal tutor. 10/10, A+, all of the best ratings possible. Thank you so much ASN, for helping my son when I couldn't do it myself

From the owner: I'm Ambreen, your local Academic Coach and math tutor! I'm here to help your child excel…read moreacademically. Reach out to me via text, and let's get them on the path to success!

Our tutor, Emily, has been with our family for the past nine months, and she has been such a…read morewonderful part of our toddler's early education. She has helped her make incredible progress with letters, numbers, colors, shapes, and other foundational skills, while always making learning feel engaging and age-appropriate. Emily is warm, patient, dependable, and consistently punctual. What we especially appreciate is her ability to strike the perfect balance between being sweet and nurturing while also providing just enough structure and discipline to keep a young child focused and learning. She understands how to challenge our daughter without overwhelming her, which is such an important skill when working with toddlers. We've been incredibly happy with the progress we've seen and feel very fortunate to have Emily as part of our daughter's early learning experience. We highly recommend her!

This place operates more like a broker to connect to tutors. We were so fortunate to find an…read moreamazing tutor for my very reluctant middle schooler. They really do try to match your child with the best tutor.