Thinktango, and the people that make it what it is (Dr. Shari Aldridge and Chloe), are some of the…read moremost generous, intelligent people I have ever met and produce truly astonishing work. Before connecting with Thinktango, I had been advised by two of the United States' 'best' admissions consultants (former readers from two Ivies who operate their own independent admissions consultancy groups). Working with Shari, I could not have been more impressed and from my experience, can confidently say that she is the best possible person to offer admissions advice. As a current student at Columbia University, Shari's guidance was invaluable in my acceptance. Shari is honest, to the point, and hones decades of experience in helping students shape their applications. She provides feedback and guidance and knows exactly what is needed and where; she cares deeply about her students and is committed to going the extra step. The changes that I made as a result of our discussions were clearly distinguishing factors that further set my application apart. Shari's experience and wisdom is second to none as are her results and success. I recommend Thinktango completely and when it comes to applying to college, trust Shari and Chloes's advice above all others. Thank you both so much - I am completely indebted to you for your help and guidance!

Shari and the team at thinktango are phenomenal! We really can't thank her enough for helping our…read morefamily through not just one, but two, college processes. Our girls, one now a junior and another a freshman, were both accepted at their early decision schools. First off, when you meet Shari, it is immediately evident that she knows each college and its individual admissions process well. This is incredibly valuable in helping your child choose the right school. After getting to know each of our girls, she was spot on in her advice as to which schools would be good fits for them. Also when it came to the application process, she clearly understood what each school was looking for. After working with so many students over the years, she has accumulated a vast knowledge base of what works and what doesn't -- and it is definitely a vast spectrum. And while both girls got into their ED schools, each had a dozen applications already completed and ready to submit in early December, all of which had been customized. In terms of the actual applications, we could not have been more pleased with the final products each of our girls submitted. I recall sitting with my oldest before she hit the Submit button. We both agreed that the application in its entirety was a true representation of her - it portrayed exactly who she was as a person, not just her accomplishments. This was the real value-add that Shari provided. She got to know my child and was able to extract and have her put on paper what was truly unique and special about her. It vividly came through. This created a great sense of relief - we both felt that if she had gotten rejected, it was because the school really saw her for the person she was and just didn't feel that she was a fit. It would not have been because her application fell short in anyway. We had the same experience with my younger daughter, who could not be more different in personality and interests than our oldest. Lastly, one of the best things about working with Shari is that she and your child will own the process. We originally struggled with using a consultant -- ultimately I felt that the most important thing was preserving my daughter and my relationship. And that is exactly what happened. My husband and I were involved in the process, but only from a big picture way. We saw drafts and gave high level comments, but quickly realized that they had everything under control. As you can tell, our family had a wonderful experience with Shari! We could not recommend her more highly.

We can't recommend Lisa enough. When our little guy was close to two, he was not talking at all…read moreand was getting frustrated easily without being able to communicate his needs. We were lucky to find Lisa who helped him learn to talk. Lisa is one of those people that you just love as soon as you meet her. She is very warm, loving and patient. Kids love her. My son felt very comfortable with her right away. She was able to disguise speech learning time as fun playtime for him. Right away he started making progress. Within six months, he had caught up completely to his peers and was using full sentences regularly. He's now over 4 and fondly remembers and talks about Teacher Lisa. We highly recommend hiring Lisa for any kind of speech therapy. Her services were truly a game changer for our family.

Called Lisa, since other therapists weren't instantly available. Before my first employment…read moreplanning meeting, so reminded me to slow down and over enunciate (articulate/modulate). Any pupil with communication needs should deal from her!

Huge waste of money and time! My daughters took eight lessons with this unhelpful prep course. One…read moregained 0 points and the other gained only 50 points. When I asked if they could offer something to us, because of the lack of results, he blamed my daughters and he said he would offer nothing to help with a future test.

My 16 Yo and I learned about Marin Test Prep at an MTP planning seminar (see website for free…read morevideo). We spoke with the presenter before and after the event, and my child immediately embraced the idea of MTP as a partner. The SAT/ACT test is a critical factor in the Univ. admissions evaluation. In order to optimize test prep, it is crucial that the test taker engage and commit to giving it a best effort and follow the program (including the incremental work which is mostly just taking actual test sections and reviewing the results with the MTP partner). We were fortunate enough to be able to work with Adam, who quickly helped my child realize that we would probably score better on the "Old" SAT, and mentioned that we could still take the "Old" SAT (something we never heard before) My child took an ACT practice test at Marin Test Prep (free 4-hour proctored test) and an SAT (Old) practice test to confirm which test worked best. Adam developed a customized study and test prep process and with a weekly 1.5 hr study session and follow up practice tests at home, I am certain that the score on the initial SAT will be significantly higher than it would have without MTP's help. Thanks to Adam's insight about the "Old" SAT, we also have a chance to re-take the test if needed. Working with Marin Test Prep has increased self confidence and decreased stress and anxiety about the test. By the time the results of our high school PSAT are available, we will have taken a practice SAT, practice ACT and 1 (or two if needed) SAT tests (w/in 3 mos) Marin test Prep offers some great advantages for students: The tips and tricks that always boost scores Understanding of the test "flows"; if you understand the test design you will score higher An evaluation of test preferences (SAT vs. ACT) with customized prep process and an Individualized 1:1 test prep support (which was an important aspect in our case) It sounds like the other reviewer might have wanted a group session, and had challenges getting the test takers committed and aligned with the process. In order to optimize your benefit from such a partner, the prospective test taker needs to embrace the process. In our case, the partnership has significantly reduced stress and anxiety, increased self confidence and will result in a higher test score. All in all, this was a great investment to prepare for the SAT and one which offered scholarly insights that will be leveraged in the future.

Volunteering one night a week (every Monday) in teaching computer, math and sciences to adults to…read moreget their GED certificate. Only 1:6 or less for more attentive needs. Students here are of all adult ages, come from all walks of life and want to learn. Some of them were on computer for the first time in their life. For example, JuanG learned to go through craigslist to find a job. He was so excited. Teaching one to fish is the solution. Very satisfying knowing that you can make a difference to society! Love it!

Fabulous, dedicated teachers and tutors. A very supportive place.read more

I couldn't recommend her more highly. Patricia specializes in coaching and counseling. I have…read morecontinued to seek her consultation not just for academic but life issues as well. She could very well be a life coach. I feel very comfortable reaching out to her knowing that I will be heard, understood and that my concerns will be kept confidential. You don't feel rushed with her, at the same time she is good about keeping track of time.

Patricia worked with two of my children throughout high school and dramatically increased their…read moreeffectiveness and academic performance. She helped them get organized, express themselves clearly and build confidence in their abilities. She is an incredibly patient and supportive person and an ideal tutor. I highly recommend Patricia.

Wonderful forest school with caring teachers who really connect with the kids. After a bad…read moreexperience at my son's first preschool, I was so relieved to find Exploration Academy. Teachers Paula and Nathan deliver a varied curriculum that finds clever ways for students to learn and have fun. Not many preschools offer the opportunity to experience the best of San Francisco in a safe and enriching way.

Our daughter started at Exploration Academy this summer and has been loving it! The kids spend a…read moreton of time outside exploring (which is very important to us), they cook, conduct experiments, and visit local museums and playgrounds. We have known Teachers Nathan and Paula for a couple of years - they taught our daughter at another pre-K program. They are both caring and engaged and put a lot into the curriculum. We know that our kids are safe and well-looked after when they are in Nathan and Paula's care. We look forward to watching this program evolve and grow!

We are forever grateful for Miss Ann and the LMDC staff!…read more Our daughter started daycare when she was one year old, and from the very beginning, we knew this was the right place for her. Miss Ann's experience is priceless. She's always giving us tips to support our daughter's development. LMDC has provided our Olympia with all the tools to become a curious, smart and loving little girl. We know she's ready to rock at preschool after 2 years thriving at LMDC. She can count, recognize colors and shapes, and cleans up after playing with her toys. Every night Olympia gives thanks for her teachers and her daycare friends. Our top priority when we were looking for daycare was to find a place where Olympia would feel loved, respected and challenged and LMDC definitely was and is that! The Medina Family, October 2022

My youngest daughter started at LMDC when she was just 3 months old and there is no one I would…read morehave trusted more with her care. Miss Ann has created a safe and nurturing environment that gives each child the structure and predictability they need. I appreciated that she has a dedicated area for babies, and that her nap schedule works well for both babies with 2-3 naps and toddlers with one nap. My oldest also had a wonderful experience and both kids transitioned seamlessly to preschool after graduating from LMDC. We live in Mill Valley and it was worth the daily trip over the hill for 4 years! We will always have a special place in our hearts for Miss Ann and LMDC.

This is the only after school program that is tailored for working parents. Here are a few reasons…read moreI love this program: -Pick up at three Mill Valley schools. -Homework is done when your kids get home. -They have great teachers who help your kids complete homework. -Homework club is available to kids/families that do not take TKD lessons -Drop ins are available. Great solution to run errands from 3-6 -My son looks forward to going each day. -Less expensive than EDS. -Awesome team that runs this program.

Our child couldn't be happier with the experience she as at WAAC. Dylan and his team are able to…read morework with the children to give them individual attention but, at the same time, create a productive and inclusive group atmosphere. The kids are all friends and they have fun. It's a great deal with a great team and, really... anything spun out of the incredible West America Tae Kwon Do is guaranteed to be a winner. Looking forward to continuing with both organizations next year.