We love this preschool. Shirley and the teachers take great care of the kids and we appreciate the…read moremandarin immersion program so much. Kids are really happy here and love sharing the day with us at pick up. Other pros: meals and snacks are provided.

That is a great Chinese prschool! If you would like your kid speak and read Chinese language,…read morethat is good place for your kid.

Great teachers and flexible hours. Clear improvement in math skills. Emphasis on practice and…read moreprogress feedback.

Both my kids have been going to this Kumon Center for over a year now. Rajini is an excellent tutor…read morewho works with the kids with patience and dedication. I have noticed tremendous improvement in their reading and math skills. I highly recommend this Kumon center!

Both of my kids have been learning Chinese at CACC for 8 years, from 1st grade through 8th grade,…read moreand I couldn't be happier with our experience. CACC truly stands out as one of the best Chinese schools in the Bay Area, thanks to its exceptional teachers. Unlike typical Chinese schools, CACC operates as a non-profit organization. It offers very competitive tuition rates. The school hosts a variety of cultural events throughout the year, such as the Mid-Autumn Festival party and the Chinese New Year gala. These events are fun band educational, helping kids and their families connect with Chinese traditions and heritage. In addition to Chinese language classes, CACC offers a wide range of enrichment classes for both children and adults. I have personally enjoyed taking singing and photography classes. These classes have not only helped me learn new skills but also allowed me to make many new friends. :) I highly recommend CACC to any family in the tri-valley area seeking a high-quality, community-focused Chinese school.

CACC Chinese School is so called my home! I have been with this family since Oct. 2003, the first…read moreday was established. It is the largest heritage school in great San Francisco area. It provides all kinds of the classes not to mention it's Chines classes, but also all kinds of Math, drawing, Computer Science, Dancing, Singing, English writing, Taichi, etc..... The most of the classes are open to adults as well. The teachers are very dedicate. The parents are very supportive. It opens on Sunday, so the parents can drop off the kids and enjoy adult class, and also can go to shopping during the kids learning time. Strongly suggest to register the class(s) there. You wont be disappointed. Your kid will love it!

Great place for Japanese learner from Kindergarten to high school, teachers and staffs are very…read morehelpful and professional, they not only provide group class for different level, but also private class for different needs, highly flexible and efficient!

We love Sakura Gakuen! Both my kids have gone, but my older child didn't get as much out of…read morespeaking Japanese, so she only went for a year. My youngest, however, loves being bilingual, so he's been going for... I think 4 years now. The teachers are friendly, helpful, and very good at what they do! Pre-Covid, they had lots of fun activities outside of the regular classes, too. I can't wait until we start those again! But in the mean time, they've done great adapting up 6 schooling in a pandemic.

Lindamood-Bell changed our lives! Our son loved Loved LOVED books when he was a little child, but…read moreby 5th grade he was very, very discouraged: He could barely get through a page. One 7-week summer intensive with the coaches at Lindamood Bell and now we have to tear him away from his books. His reading level went from 3rd grade to the 8th grade level (based on independent outside assessments). It was a big commitment. It was really hard work for him. A very intense program. But we think it was worth it. Added to this review in Spring 2017: Lindamood Bell taught my son more than just reading. They taught him he could work hard and it would pay off. He's an A student now that knows how to teach himself to learn. In retrospect, it was way way worth it!

We completed the LindamoodBell seeing stars program in the summer of 2019. Our daughter was…read morestruggling with reading in second grade. We had her assessed by LindamoodBell's Berkeley Center. The feedback from LMB was very positive. They identified her weaknesses and assured us they could help. We were hesitant to enroll because of the expense, but Ashley (the center director) convinced us that this could be a game changer. The really positive Yelp reviews also helped. Unfortunately, 80 hours later and $10k down the drain, we have absolutely nothing to show for it. Prior to starting the program (and at the very end of second grande) she was assessed by her public elementary school on the Fountas & Pinnell system at a reading level N. Shortly after finishing the program (and at the start of third grade) she was again assessed at a reading level N. She had experienced zero classroom improvement despite our significant investment. I discussed with LMB - including Regional Directors and up the chain, and they disclaimed any familiarity with the Fountas & Pinnell system (which is used broadly by public schools in the Bay Area). They insisted that LMB's own testing showed improvement. I am now convinced that they manipulate those tests to prey on the desires of parents who want the best for their children. Unfortunately, my daughter still struggles with reading, the program did nothing to improve her confidence or desire to read. And objectively, the program had no classroom benefit. I strongly advise that you not waste your money.

Funny...the other two reviewers that gave them 5 stars each have very few reviews. Also, note the…read moreprior Gurus Education closed and this one opened up. I wonder why... My kid has taken a public speaking class in Oakland from this group.  It was very expensive, especially considering the number of hours my child was in it. The administration seems to be a cluster.  I've never called there and had someone been able to answer simple questions such as "is there class at my school today" - they always have to look into it and get back to me.  There are dates when school gets out early and i've had more unreturned messages than call backs.  There definitely is not any proactive email or notification letting us know of their schedule when something is different from normal (or a reminder that there will be no class a certain day).  Just another thing that makes managing a childcare schedule difficult. That said, I have regularly asked my kid what they learned in the program and she has trouble recounting anything that I would consider valuable.  Did they do any public speaking in class or take part in arguing a point - the most common answer is no (she's near the end of the session and she said she's only spoken publicly twice, and the first time was on the first day).  I showed up a little early to pick up my kid and watched the teacher speak to the kids.  The teacher seemed to give "homework" - prepare to talk about xyz topic next time (their last class).  There was no handout and, when I asked my kid a couple hours later what she needs to do or think about for next time, she had no idea.   I admit my kid is a typical flighty elementary child, but, from what we can tell, she's performing well above grade level so it's not that she's a bad student.  If you expect an 8-10 year old to do something outside of class you should probably give something for them to take away and remember it by.   Would definitely not sign up for this again.

My daughter is really enjoying her creative writing and persuasive speech class with Gurus…read moreEducation. They are teaching important life skills in a way that's fun and engaging for younger kids. I also appreciate the teacher's regular communication with parents!

My son took a practice ACT exam at school that identified his strengths and weaknesses in specific…read moretopic areas of English, Reading, Math and Science. I searched for a program that would focus on my son's weaker areas and not waste time on the stronger sections. I was turned off by other programs I looked into that tried to sell us their "package deal". Natalie Dean, the Huntington Center Director, was receptive to our concerns and helped tailor the perfect fit for our academic needs and time frame leading up to the official exam. My son met with 3 different tutors over an 8 week period. Daniel was a really good fit for my son and Natalie made effort to schedule him with us whenever possible. Although the center's policy limits direct communication with the tutor, Natalie was a wonderful liaison who always kept me updated on goals for each session and my son's progress. In the end, my son scored a 32 on his ACT! I really believe Huntington was instrumental in providing test taking tips, guidance and the tools to give my son the best chance at success. I appreciate Natalie's openness to our concerns and help to make sure her staff provided exactly what was needed.

Our experience with Huntington Learning has been truly wonderful. My son has been attending for…read moreover a year, and during that time he has improved by two full grade levels. What really stands out is how personalized and structured their approach is. The teachers genuinely understand my child's needs and tailor the lessons specifically for him, rather than using a one-size-fits-all method. My son feels supported, encouraged, and confident, which has made a huge difference in his learning. The staff is attentive, organized, and clearly invested in each student's success. I am very grateful for the progress my son has made and highly recommend Huntington Learning to any parent looking for thoughtful, individualized academic support.

Quick take: Best tutor for my kids…read more Ms. Sandy has a strong background in education. She has many years of experience in preschool education. My sons have been students of Ms. Sandy for a few years primarily for math. She teaches Mandarin, English,and Math in her after school program. Renata Learning Center also offers an ESL class for adults in the morning. Smaller learning center with more individualized attention. Really good quality after school program.