My review is only going to be the outdoor SJSU campus, not my experience as a former student…read moreearning a degree. I decided to take a walk around the campus for the weekend to reminisce my time during my master's program. It's a very nice campus to walk around. I'm surprised that there's rarely anybody here. It's as if I am in a different planet or something. Anyways, it's good that they keep the campus clean. It's also convenient for students to live there not only because it's next to their classes, but also they can dine at other restaurants in Downtown San Jose and attend other events around there. The place in a way reflects a Californian image of palm trees and greenery as if you're about to go to the beach or something. Honestly, I would love to continue walking around more but it's just too hot for me to do that. No wonder why no comes here or maybe because it's weekend now. I even saw people resting on the benches and lying down on the grass.

I actually love the scene around SJSU! Super duper sunny and I came here for graduation weekend for…read moremy friend. I see the landmarks of this location where past graduates and friends of mine did their photoshoots. Quite a bit of them at this location! Surprised that there was no defining feature of SJSU that makes you think... "THIS is SJSU!" except for the signs saying the name of the school lolol . Could not take a neat picture of myself by a defining part of this college campus. But, I loved the palm trees! Felt very Californian. I also went to this nearby bar with my friend, Austin, and it was super duper cool with the neon arcade games and old-school video game themed drinks. Pricey especially with the 20% gratuity tip populated on all orders to be done online with the QR code at each table. Love the big ahh screens playing sports because you can actually hear what is going on

My son was enrolled in the 3-week program this summer. Each week students get to learn 2 subjects…read more Attendance is strict (as they should be) and while Gavin preferred to have his lunch packed, it is great that students are provided a lunch during their day (8:30-3PM) and a snack. 1st week: firefighter and pharmacy 2nd week: film and production and veterinarian 3rd week: AI engineering and medical science Today is his last day. He said that he's enjoying the AI engineering, that fire was hard, but he didn't care for film and productions. Regardless, the program gave students a curriculum to follow and kept them learning for 3 weeks. I was just surprised when it was him that wanted it, not just me pushing this on him. Rather that than being on the phone any day. I will say though that some parents are not thoughtful and considerate. To be in this program (which is free) and kids from various schools are provided free transportation, free lunch, free snacks.. the only requirement was for the students to remain at school the entire time. You cannot pick and choose when you want your kid to attend classes. A lot of students were turned away for your student yet you don't have the common courtesy to adhere to the program requirement. Gavin shared a lot of students were cut the 2nd week which means other students/families could have benefited from this.

Wouldn't recommend. If I could give ZERO stars I would…read more Mrs.Fleming is a horrible teacher that cares more for students appearance, than their education. I am Extremely disappointed in how student concerns are handled at Silicon Valley Career Technical Education. When issues involving an instructor were raised, administration minimized the situation and demanded excessive "proof" rather than taking the concerns seriously. This response shows a lack of accountability and poor leadership. A school should protect students, not dismiss them. Families should think carefully before enrolling.

Exceptional and attentive staff. Very helpful and caring. Always trying to improve and requesting…read morefeedback.

My daughter started attending CCS since third grade because we were not happy with our public…read moreschool. At CCS, she has been thriving for the last few years. Unlike the public school system, they offer so many opportunities for the elementary school kids to do different things such as joining the sports teams with the Jr high school and participating in band. There are fair amount of homework and projects, which allow the kids to be ready for middle school and high school. The administrators and teachers have been really wonderful and kind. The athletic director is encouraging and supportive to all the athletes on campus. The new music/band teacher has been an amazing new addition to the school. If you are considering a private school for your kid, I would definitely recommend this school!

My 9 years old daughter just had our first meeting with Heidi. The reason we signed my daughter up…read morewith the tutoring center is because my daughter just switched school and we want her to do well in the new school. Heidi is amazing!! During the 30 minutes we met with her, she was able to point out all the important things that we can do to make learning fun and exciting. My daughter felt so comfortable with Heidi and was able to carry a very meaningful conversation during the 30 minutes. I also feel that she really cares about her students. Our first lesson is tomorrow with Ms. Heidi and we cannot wait!!! We also talked to Mike before signing my daughter up for the program and Mike is very knowledgeable and willing to share his knowledge!!

My daughter started with Engenious Learning Center in Almaden about a month ago. She is in the…read morefirst grade and we wanted some extra support for her, especially in reading. She is not fond of academics at this stage, but she has expressed to us that she really enjoys going to her "tutoring". We have already seen an improvement in her reading and focus.

The 5 stars are for Mr Max, Miss Krystal, Ms Andy, Ms Madhavi and especially Ms Naila. We enrolled…read moreour child into pre school for the very first time & couldn't have been more nervous, coming out of the pandemic. Everyday for the first week, my child cried with anxiety. The comfort Ms Madhavi & Ms Naila gave him, warmed my heart. The changes that we've seen in him are dramatic. My child can put on his own jacket, write letters/numbers, knows how to do some basic math & sings all day long! He used to be extremely shy, but now he's opened up so much. He comes home and tells us that Ms Naila helps him at school. What parent doesn't want hear that?? We are keeping our fingers crossed that Ms Naila will be our child's summer program teacher. Overall, tuition is a little hefty, but we are happy with his development under Ms Naila's care.

Ms. Naila is the best PreK teacher! She goes the extra mile to ensure each child shows progress and…read moremakes learning fun! Highly recommended for the start of children's learning journey.

My son Gavin has been with Athens Debate since 4th grade, and we couldn't be happier with the…read moreexperience. The program has helped him build a strong foundation in both public speaking and debate. Over the years, he's gained not only valuable speech and argumentation skills, but also confidence, critical thinking, and the ability to communicate effectively. When he started middle school, he transitioned into Lincoln-Douglas (LD) debate, and thanks to the outstanding coaching and supportive environment at Athens Debate, he quickly developed a real passion for it. He genuinely loves debating and always looks forward to practices and tournaments. The coaches are knowledgeable, dedicated, and truly care about each student's growth. They challenge students to think deeply while providing encouragement every step of the way. We're incredibly grateful for everything Athens Debate has done for our son and highly recommend Athens Debate to any family looking for an exceptional speech and debate program.

My son has been a part of this program for the last 3 years because his high school does not have a…read moredebate team. He loves it as do we. The staff is organized, friendly, and provides multi levels of support. There are an enormous amount of resources available to the students including coaching, supplemental sessions both online or in-person, and additional materials. The program can be as simple or as complex as you'd like. The positive encouragement provided by the staff helps students succeed at all levels. They do an excellent job of keeping it fun especially in an environment where kids are working and competing under pressure. It is a great gateway to public speaking and higher levels of competition. The students are thinking critically about historical and current events, and moral issues. My son feels that he has learned so much more about these topics than from his classrooms. The CEO is phenomenal and thoughtfully engages with the parent community making himself readily available to answer questions and provide feedback. He is not just the business owner, but also very hands on and an experienced debater with great interpersonal and communication skills. Debate overall is a very complex program, but he can explain it and its ecosystem in an easy and digestible way. They have supported my son in not only excelling in their program, but also in helping us assess his talent and determine next steps. A++++ program. Just do it!!! ~ Caryn T

My time spent with Manuel and his team was super helpful for me and my family!…read more When it came time to do essays for my college applications, his team was very specific and detailed in their criticisms. Since the essays used in my college applications were very particular about subject matter and word count, him and his team's pointers greatly helped me in conveying my essays' messages effectively. They also made understanding finances for my difference colleges easy to understand. Going into the federal financial aid application process, I was rather intimidated with the amount of steps involved. However, after consulting with Manuel and his team, they gave us a clear outline of what we have to do and what forms of financial aid to look out for--even going as far as to point out which of my chosen colleges offer the best financial aid. Overall, College Planning ABC offered me and my family a smooth, professional, and streamlined approach to the college application process that would've felt more time-consuming and stressful otherwise.

I met Manny at one of his free meetings at the library and trusting him with my daughter's college…read moreadmission was truly one of the best decisions I've made. She was admitted to several top schools and will be attending one of the top UCs this year. As a middle‑class parent without much knowledge of how the admissions system works here, I was overwhelmed. Manny guided us through every step -- from essays to financial aid to taxes -- with patience, clarity, and genuine care. My daughter says that without his help she wouldn't have done nearly as well, and she really enjoyed working with him, which mattered a lot during an already stressful school year. I highly recommend Manny if you have a child preparing for college, Thank you, Manny!

Hi Ajit, Any chance I can get my $200 back for an initial consultation that was absolute nonsense?…read moreI have kindly asked for my money back multiple times. I want you to known that telling my kid who is STEM focused taking 10+ APs to consider taking a ceramics course doesn't cut it for a $200 initial consultation. JUST GIVE ME MY MONEY BACK. Just letting you know that your responses on your reviews of people who complain about your service is underwhelming. Improve your service and you will do much better. Ajit, I will continue to complain about the service I received to every Indian parent that I know in the Bay Area. If you think otherwise, you don't know me well... Based on your "Stanford MBA" education, you may certainly know that word travels fast in the Bay Area. A simple suggestion to all who read this (including you Ajit) - Do NOT pay $200 for an initial consultation. Simply request a free initial consultation so that you are aware of the all of the program details, the costs, and the proficiency level of the counselor. If they can't give you a free consultation, move on and find another program. Believe me, there are plenty of programs that give you all the information that you need without paying fees to find out. They should be selling you on the program and not the other way around. 8/18/25 - Ajit, I read your response. Your answer is false. My wife, my son, and I all attended the meeting with your "counselor." It was you who was missing in that meeting. So don't make up stuff. The fact remains that I have not received my $200 back....

We've had a great experience with Insight, Purvi is phenomenal. The college process can be…read moreoverwhelming, and a lot of it comes down to picking the right list of schools to apply to early and during regular decision. Insight has a lot of experience on this front, and also a lot of "insight" into what colleges look for. In short, Purvi has been able to guide us through the nuances of the application process. Additionally, she gave us some great advice around summer programs - we would have never found the ones that she suggested. We also had a great tutor for ACT from Insight, who was able to give my daughter some great tips. She ultimately got into her top-choice school. We are very happy with Insight, and have recommended them to many friends!