Our son is on the autism spectrum. When he became sophomore and the time came to think about…read morecollege, we were terrified. He was attending a program for special need kids and, although his performance improved lately, we had serious doubts that he accumulated enough credits to get accepted to college. Especially since he wanted to be an engineer, and engineering programs are generally more selective. That was the time when we hired Top College Consultants and started working with Eric Endlich. The results exceeded our wildest dreams. At the end our son was accepted to 7 colleges out of 10 he applied to. The process was surprisingly painless, basically Eric and the boy managed it between themselves with little supervision from us. And at the final stage we enjoyed another unexpected benefit of our collaboration: Eric helped our son to make the right choice. That alone saved us more money than the services cost. We very much recommend Top College Consultants and Eric Endlich to anyone who cares about the future of their children.

Eric did a great job helping our 2e son navigate the college search and college application…read moreprocess. We really had no idea where he might want to apply that would be a good fit for him and Eric helped us narrow it down. Eric helped our son break the whole process into manageable pieces which made it less overwhelming. He was accepted to his first choice, Colorado School of Mines and is excited to start in August of 2023.

We've been a Seven Hills family for over five years, and I truly can't speak highly enough of this…read moreincredible school. Our daughter started in 4th grade and is now thriving in 8th; our son began in Kindergarten and is currently in 4th, and both of them have grown in such distinct, beautiful ways thanks to this school's Whole Child approach. What stands out most is how deeply seen and known my kids are. Teachers and faculty don't just know their names, they know their learning styles, personalities, quirks, and strengths. There's a genuine warmth and intentionality that permeates every interaction, from the classroom to the carline. Our daughter was always more cautious and slow to warm up (nothing wrong with that!), but over time, Seven Hills helped her find her voice. She's now confidently volunteering for public speaking opportunities and participating in leadership roles like the Student Ambassador program. The Middle School program has been phenomenal and it's given her a strong academic foundation and the confidence to advocate for herself. One of her favorite subjects has been science, thanks to their incredible Middle School lab and interactive curriculum. She'll often tell us about the experiments they're doing, and it's clear she's not just learning science, she's experiencing it. One of our favorite traditions is the Buddies Program, where older and younger students are paired up for the year (think: 4th graders with Kindergartners). Watching my kids grow into both the mentee and the mentor role has been incredibly touching. They read together, do projects, and genuinely form bonds that span grades and years. We also love the family-friendly events that bring everyone together, from community dinners to beginning-of-year teacher phone calls. These touch points make us, as parents, feel like we're part of something bigger, not just dropping our kids off, but truly participating in their educational journey. The curriculum is rich and thoughtfully designed. My daughter learned about World War II in history class -- and then walked through the beaches of Normandy during the school's immersive Europe trip. It's the kind of education that sticks for a lifetime. The arts are equally valued: my son is learning ukulele in 4th grade, and my daughter is playing guitar in 8th. The annual plays, music programs, and outdoor educational trips -- it's all there. My only complaint? I just wish Seven Hills went through 12th grade. The transition out is going to be tough, not because she isn't ready, but because the bar has been set so high. After five years of academic growth, rich leadership experiences, and meaningful social-emotional development, my daughter is heading into high school capable, and deeply grounded. Honestly, I'd keep my kids here forever if I could, but alas, even magical places like this have to end at 8th grade!

Paid three years to realize that they don't have any learning program for kids. Reading the review…read moreI can only agree with the bad one. Presentation very well. But it's like you pay to let your kids out of your home just for playing. There is not focus of learning for kids, not a follow up to what they should achieve and what can be done. Looks like there are teachers they're just nannies over there. Make sure to know what's the school year plan before you realize it's too late for you kiddo. I understand who was disgusted to be proposed to be a teacher that actually wasn't. That's a shame somebody has to regulate all the private schools. Federal government should do something. It's everyone right to have the chance to learn in a Proper way especially when you give to them your Moneys.

I cannot recommend Audrey enough, she is patient, takes a keen interest in her students and a…read morewealth of knowledge. Having been through the college application process once before , we knew what we wanted to look for in a college counselor the second time around and were so happy with our decision. She gets to actually know her students, cares and respects the decisions they make and works with them very collaboratively. My son always looked forward to his meetings with her and came back motivated and energized to do the tasks on hand. We had so many great choices when it came to narrowing down our options- my son was accepted to all UC's, got a full ride to the top LAC, and many acceptances and scholarship offers from highly selective private colleges. Bear in mind class of 2022 was faced with so many challenges! Without Audrey's coaching and insight, I do not think we would have been where we are right now.

The beauty of working with Audrey is that you have a expert guide advising your child on the…read morecomplex college journey who is 100% invested in their success - but who doesn't have the emotional involvement of a parent. It keeps the whole process less stressful and highly productive. Audrey is a calm, knowledgeable and encouraging presence throughout and my daughter felt she was in excellent hands (we all did). My daughter got into her first choice college too, so we are thrilled! Highly recommend Audrey!

We have utilized Lafayette Academy's services for ten years (possibly more). Their centers are…read morestaffed with experienced and knowledgeable tutors who can assist with tutoring in all academic areas along with ACT and SAT test prep, exam crams and more. I have two girls, who benefitted greatly over the years from their services. From middle school work to college level courses (they even helped my daughter who attended Cal Berkeley with her Business Statistics Course and my other daughter's Chemistry Course through San Diego State) Lafayette Academy had the appropriate staff on hand to assist with all of their needs. Their success can be attributed to the owners. The owner Mark B. with whom I conversed with regularly, is involved in his business and takes great care to ensure his clients are provided with excellent service. He and his staff are responsive and always have found the right fit for our daughters to ensure their academic success. I highly recommend Lafayette Academy! Simply put..they are the best! Aimee P. Alamo, CA

Love this place and highly recommended! So easy the work with. Both the tutor and the young…read moregentleman (sorry, I didn't get his name) at the front desk are so nice and friendly. My son got sick over the weekend, and Monday was his session, but he was too sick to attend. Just one phone call and it was changed to Tuesday. Thank you!

I wanted to take a moment to leave a quick review. I reached out to in regards to counseling…read moreservices for my daughter. Unfortunately, she was not taking new students at the time, but the fact that she took the time to call me back and spent her personal time on the phone, giving me some basic information with absolutely no upside for herself speaks volumes. If she will give her time to a parent, who is not her client I can only imagine how dedicated she is to the students she works with. Not only that, but she was a wealth of information in a short amount of time. Thank you for your time, it was truly appreciated.

We have just completed our second tour with Michelle and once again had a superb experience. She…read moreprovided great counsel starting at freshman year regarding what classes to take to improve GPA, summer enrichment programs to consider and how to round out experiences in order to make a compelling application come senior year. Her methodology and cadence for deliverables is very thought out and based on her depth of knowledge. It helped keep our student on track with a timeline and game plan. Everything she does is very purposeful. Our student got into his top target school and had many other options. She holds the kids accountable, is a straight shooter and is pleasant to work with, both for students and parents. She's a pro.

Thank you, StrivePath! As a mom navigating our first college process, I can't say enough about…read moreSaumya--she was patient, supportive, reassuring, and kind from start to finish. She built a realistic summer plan for my son that helped us complete the college research and essay work early, so when October 1 arrived, our applications were already submitted. The organization and calm she brought to the process were a huge relief. She reassured my son that he would have many options and celebrated each college admittance with him. We felt guided every step of the way. Get ready for Kid #2!

Our son is currently working with Strive Path for his college application process, and we couldn't…read morebe more grateful for the guidance and support he is receiving, putting our mind at ease that he is getting the support needed to plan for his college applications. From the initial consultation, Strive Path has been incredibly supportive, organized and thorough, providing a clear timeline and a checklist of what our son needs to prepare, on a monthly basis, that helps him ensure he is on task, while including us (parents) on all correspondence to support him in such endeavors. Our consultant, Saumya, along with Sunny, have always been available for questions, no matter how small, and provided prompt and thoughtful responses that eased our son's anxiety during this stressful time. While we are close to mid-way through this process, we are confident of the outcomes that lie ahead and highly recommend their services to any student looking for comprehensive and personalized guidance on their college applications. Their expertise not only prepares you for the application process but also empowers you to present the best version of yourself to your dream schools!

"It takes a village to raise a child" and Lafayette Academy was a part of that village in our…read morehousehold. Weekly tutoring, college counseling, and ACT/SAT prep is why our three children attended Lafayette Academy from the beginning of high school through graduation. The math tutoring was the "extra" they needed to thoroughly grasp the lessons and excel on their tests. In addition, Kathy and Mark Bressler made college planning and ACT/SAT prep successful for our kids by keeping them on track and motivated. Our children attended UC Berkeley, UC Davis and Saint Mary's College; the latter two awarded large academic scholarships. We know they would not have had that level of success without the Bresslers' knowledge, dedication and experience, in partnership with their team of professional tutors at Lafayette Academy.

4th grader and 7th grader needed extra help in math so we have been trying Lafayette Academy. It…read morewas really easy to sign up and they got us in for appointments at the times that worked for me. The tutors are great and the kids are really learning a lot. I highly recommend it!!

We've used Learning Empowered for both math tutoring and support with the college essay process…read more Andrea and her team were wonderful to work with--very knowledgeable, professional, and consistently positive. They genuinely care about outcomes and are committed to helping students succeed.

Our family has worked with Andrea from Learning Empowered and her exceptional team since starting…read morehigh school in the Lamorinda area. We are so impressed with the tutors and their expertise/familiarity with the high school curriculum. Andrea is responsive, organized and committed to getting positive results from all of her students. I highly recommend Learning Empowered!