This camp was a good thing until they almost ruined our family or at least our summer... Because…read moreour daughter has an imagination and said something that exploded and simply wasn't true. They how ever offered her a toy as a bribe to continue her story making it worse totally led the conversation. Almost every agency that could be involved got involved costing money, time, and parenting time. Maybe the way they interview or ask questions by supposed "man dated reporters" need to be modified as I am a mandated reporter myself in the end from one person who really wanted to love this camp why have I heard about the same story from another situation and parent before too?

I want to love this camp, unfortunately the counselors excluded my daughter from all rehearsals…read morebecause she missed one day of camp. They also left me waiting more than 30 minutes for early pickup and said they thought I'd been helped, then told me to wait until regular pickup time. If it was one problem I'd let it go. This was our third year at the camp. The first year was great. Since then, it hasn't been positive for us.

Not sure about the actual center itself... but I got my Christmas Tree from them this year on Los…read moreAlamitos Blvd. So I went to tree lots all over Long Beach, Cerritos, and Hawaiian Gardens but I wasn't feeling the vibe from any of their trees. Plus I was trying to get a gauge of the prices of the trees with type and quality. I ended up getting my tree from them because not only was the 5 ft grand fir ($39) I picked out a super PINEY smelling one but the staff selling the trees were really friendly and patient and answering all my tree questions. My tree is also very furry, not a bald spot in sight and very shiny with soft needles. Staff and volunteer youth offered to trim brushes and the bottom of the tree to my liking. They also offer to bind your tree in plastic netting for transport, very helpful for me as I live in an apartment complex with stairs. They then strapped my tree to the top of my car =) Although the price of my tree was about $4 more than the same size and type of tree variety I chose from the other sights....there was something special about my tree and the people selling me the tree. It called out to me. Plus it had a very distinct and strong PINE smell, other lots trees didn't have that, other lots also had dry trees. My tree is super lush and green...love it, had to have it!! So worth it! For about $4 they also sell mistletoe which benefits the local boy scouts troop. Tree stands were $12 extra as well. The lot itself is also nice because its in a big lot with a tent covering the trees and they had holiday music and complementary hot cocoa and cider that the children were handing out. 100% of the proceeds of the sale go to the Los Alamitos Youth Center, so that makes me feel like I supported the local youth and still got something for the holiday.

We enrolled our grandson at the youth center thinking he would get help with homework and he could…read moreread , relax and see friends .Boy was I wrong !!! It's a free for all and very noisy . It's like recess on steroids when we walk in to do pick up . Los Al !!! You can do better .

My granddaughter has attended the summer social camp at Advanced Pragmatics Speech Pathology for…read moreseveral years, and it has been such a wonderful experience for her. The camp has helped her continue to build her confidence and social skills, interact with new people, and develop lasting friendships. This summer, she moved up to the high school group and especially enjoyed the field trips, including visiting the aquarium and learning how to make pizza at California Pizza Kitchen. These outings give the kids a fun opportunity to practice and use their social skills in real-world settings. Brenna also plans special activities throughout the year, including bowling, a Winter Dance, and a holiday party. She ends the summer camp with a family picnic for the kids and their families, which is always a nice way to bring everyone together. Under Brenna's leadership, my granddaughter has become more comfortable advocating for herself, starting conversations with people she doesn't know, and expressing herself with confidence. Brenna truly cares about the children and teens she works with and creates an environment where they feel safe, supported, and accepted for who they are. I am very grateful for the positive impact Brenna and her program have had on my granddaughter and would highly recommend Advanced Pragmatics Speech Pathology to other families.

Our family has had an exceptional experience with Friendship Camp this summer. My son shared how…read moremuch he enjoyed connecting with other campers who have similar interests and how much fun he had participating in the camp activities. It's clear that the environment Brenna and her team have created is one where children feel safe, accepted, and encouraged to be themselves. Every time my son returned from camp, he is filled with joy and excitement, and he eagerly looks forward to going back. It has been incredibly rewarding to receive such positive feedback from him and to know that others recognize and appreciate his strengths and full potential. I am appreciative of the program for creating such a welcoming and nurturing space for children and adults with special needs. Their team sees the potential in every individual and empowers them to become the most confident and independent version of themselves. Programs like Friendship Camp that help individuals with their socialization skills in the community is truly rare, and the impact Brenna makes on families like ours is immeasurable. Advanced Pragmatics is a true gem!

What a amazing camp - so much supervision and fun activities for the kids everyday (water fun day…read moreis great way for the campers and the counselors to bond )

Extremely disappointed. My son and his best friends (both are 4) signed up for this summer camp…read moretogether, and after 5 days, they both got kicked out of school. Day 2, the camp director Ms. Gee called saying that my son and his best friend were "play-fighting" all day and it was a destruction for others. She didn't know until after school was over because her staff didn't inform her - and said that she instructed her staff that they needed to tell her right away so that she can talk to the children. I asked her how he was doing otherwise, and she said that he was doing good in the classroom focused and working on his project; also asked if they were hurting other kids, but no, she said that those kids were just this superhero and that superhero and "fighting." I was told that this was the first warning and if the same happens again, they will be asked to not come back to the camp. Although I thought a little weird as that's what the boys do all day long, and it is the adult/teacher's job to guide them and tell them that it is not acceptable - but I showed my support and told her to go ahead and please separate them and put them in the different classrooms to prevent the issue. Sure enough, both kids' parents had a conversation with them and hoped this wouldn't happen again. 5th day, the camp director Gee called again before 12noon saying that my son kicked his best friend and his best friend hit him back, so we need to pick them up immediately and they are not allowed to come back to the camp. We totally understand that our son should never hit other kids under any circumstance - never. We know both kids and do playdates, so we know that sometimes they get carried away and start fighting; but also know that they will be smiling and playing together after 2 min. They are only 4 years old. They will continue to make mistakes, and it is our job to teach them that it is not ok to do so - over and over again. I feel like if you have any experience with little children, one should know how to handle the situation better; but the director seems young, and all of their staff seem teenagers, so they prob do not know how to better handle the situation. They went to the same school for a year, and we didn't get a single complaint from their teacher - of course, I heard they went into time-out from time to time. There is no way they were acting any different than at school or on a playdate, and if you know how to handle young children - especially energetic boys - you know what to do. Let me also note that every day, he comes home without his lunch box, change of clothes, or hat. So, not much organization going on? For the 5 days he was at the camp, he came back with new crafts and it was super exciting for us. The staff seems nice and smiling and good people. It is so unfortunate and upsetting that instead of having an awesome summer camp together with his best friends, they got kicked out and now everybody is upset. Parents feel bad for what happened to their kids, and how this experience ended this unexpected way, AND we'll have to find a new childcare arrangement for our kids. Again, if you were hosting a summer camp for a bunch of 4 years old, I would have imagined that the staff is somewhat experienced to handle the situation better. Guide them, embrace them, and help them so that they will learn how to be in society rather than simply kick them out after 5 days because you don't know how to handle them. We will continue to do what we need to do as a parent - teach them a consequence, and what's acceptable and what's not in society. We wish our children would have been given an opportunity to experience what the camp has to offer - their first Summer Camp Ever. We have to say that our experience with the camp was extremely disappointing.

My boys (8 and 9 years old) absolutely love this camp in HB! They look forward to doing it every…read moresummer and learn so much each time. This is our 4th summer in it. Coach Trevin and Ryan and are so positive and are able to teach them new skateboarding tricks and build their love and confidence for skating in a fun and safe environment. We are so happy with and grateful for this program that Adam has built. Highly recommend for any kids interested in skateboarding!

My son did a week with Skatedogs through the YMCA. He's been skating casually at the local skate…read morepark for a couple of years but this was his first set of formal lessons. He learned so many new skills and it really built up his confidence. He's dropping-in at the home park now and uses the right terminology for things. Love it!

I love this art camp! I have an 8 year old daughter and she is on the spectrum. I was worried…read moreabout dropping her off. She had an AMAZING time! The art she created has a full time place on our wall. The team was engaging, gave me updates and she was sad when it ended. Thank you Averyboo! I am seriously considering having her 9th birthday here!

Good programs. The people who run in won't call you back or answer questions. They seem very closed…read moreoff. They teach the art which is great but you're not getting on a first name basis. I like to meet people and know who's got my kid for an hour behind closed doors, don't get that here.

My son absolutely loves attending ILOL! The writing without tears program is amazing- the teachers…read moreare naturally nurturing and allow the students to be their true selves. I highly recommend this school and their amazing mission.

Our family has been part of COL in Buena Park for about four years, and we couldn't be happier with…read morethe care and education our children have received. My older boys have attended the school-age program, and my 3-year-old daughter is enrolled in the preschool program. One of the things we love most is the enrichment program and all of the hands-on sensory activities they provide. The children are always engaged in fun, creative, and educational experiences that help them learn and grow. It's clear that a lot of thought goes into planning activities that are both meaningful and age-appropriate. As a parent, I often wonder what my child is doing throughout the day, and I truly appreciate that they take photos and share those moments with us. It gives me peace of mind and allows me to feel connected to their daily experiences. We especially look forward to the preschool performances. The kids sing songs and use instruments during their performances, and it's always such a joy to watch them showcase what they've learned. The teachers are absolutely amazing! They are caring, patient, and truly invested in each child's development. It's comforting to know our children are in such a loving and supportive environment every day. The school-age program has also been wonderful for my boys. They especially love the summer program, where they have a morning curriculum of learning along with fun days that include field trips. They enjoy being there, have built great friendships, and always come home excited to share what they did. My daughter has also flourished in the preschool program and looks forward to going every day. As a parent, there is no greater peace of mind than knowing your children are safe, happy, and genuinely cared for. We are so grateful to everyone at COL for the positive impact they've had on our family. I highly recommend COL in Buena Park to any family looking for a nurturing, engaging, and trustworthy daycare and preschool. Their dedication to the children and their families truly makes them stand out, and we are thankful to be part of the COL family.

My son has been going to COL for about 10 months now, and we are very happy with his progress here…read more His speech really blossomed, and they do a lot of hands on activities, sensory play, and enrichment programs such as taekwondo. The teachers and management are warm, friendly and very communicative. They serve nutritious Korean meals and snacks. We love it here!