I knew about Joe (the founder of South Bay Tutors) through my older brother who had him as a tutor…read morein high school. I saw that my brother was doing so well in his weaker subjects within a short time. I used joe starting out from when I was in middle school. I remember I had a very challenging algebra class and once Joe came into the picture to help, my next test was an A. My teacher was amazed of how well I improved in such a short amount of time! Through middle school and high school Joe was a great resource for helping me to understand various classes such as algebra one and two and even Spanish and essay writing. When he was unable to help me with a subject in high shcool he was always able to match me up with one of the tutors in his network. They also worked very well for me! Another great thing about Joe was that he was easy to get along with. He was a great listener and really pin point my weak areas and helped me get through them. I really started getting into the habit of studying where as before I wasnt motivated. In the end, I was able to study much less and achieve even better grades; all because things were broken down in ways that were easy to digest mentally. I'm now finishing up my freshman year in college and have retained many of the study habits and skills that were impressed upon me throughout my formative years.

So grateful I found this company. Turned stressful evenings of homework with 2 boys into peaceful…read moreevenings we all looked forward to.

Our daughter is 9, and was struggling with math. She loved the program, we saw improvement and…read moregrowth. Staff is wonderful

My 1st grader has been attending the tutoring center for a few months now and the level he is…read morestudying here is surprising. I reviewed the materials he is solving, and it's definitely ahead of what I thought he was capable of. He was writing letters in mirrors images pretty recently, but the stuff in the workbook here that he was reading and writing reminded me of PSAT (for those old enough to remember those) . Of course, to do these, he needs attention and guidance from a teacher at a much lower ratio than what we can get from school, and here, it's kept at about 2 students per teacher. Being a fidgety flighty 6 yr old boy (hopefully normal?) I don't know how much he learns in his school class of 26 kids and I don't have the skills to teach him myself so I started sending him here for professional help twice a week to make sure he doesn't fall behind. Looks like mission is being accomplished so far! And most importantly, he enjoys learning here, which made it part of our weekly routine now. They offer a free assessment, where the student takes a test and they come back with analysis on the student's level and recommendations. It's a nice computer printout that Mr. Chow goes over with you. And then you can decide to enroll or not, and how often to attend and what times you'd like. It was a nice way to get started, as well as probably the first time I got my child assessed on anything. Thankfully he tested slightly above his grade level, but upon examining the questions, I did notice it would've resulted differently had we not done a few reading sessions on our own just the week prior to the assessment, as the vocab tests were specific. So it's not perfect, but still a really useful experience for the child and the parent!

Sylvan has helped my daughter improve her math skills and general confidence as a student. She is…read morehaving fun learning (& earning coins for prizes) in a supportive environment where she can ask questions and get immediate feedback. We are so grateful for the Sylvan! Highly recommend!

I enrolled my son at this Torrance location 6 months ago . I have seen a drastic change in his…read moreability to communicate, his confidence is through the roof he has excelled in all areas we set goals for , the staff here is amazing they are all so kind very patient and loving , 10/10

I've been receiving tutoring and college counseling at C2 for three years and it is has helped me…read moreimprove my grades, test scores, and get into top colleges. Their friendly and skilled tutors were able to help me increase my SAT score and earn 5's and 4's on nine AP exams. The tutors are very understanding and always willing to help you out wherever you struggle. The 2-hour tutoring sessions are very intimate, and extremely helpful if you struggle with Physics, Calculus, or Computer Science. Their tutors know everything! If you need a college counselor, C2 has it all. Their college counselors and essay writing tutors were very receptive and accessible throughout my college application process. Having access to their expertise and advice significantly improved my college essays and made my college application experience less stressful. With the amazing help of C2 I was able to get into USC, my dream school, and many other top schools. Having the constant support of C2's college counselors and tutors throughout these three years have completely transformed my academic career and was worth every penny.

My son and nephew attend C2 Education of Torrance for college essay help, SAT prep, and college…read moreapplication help. They are both seniors applying to college. Staff is very helpful and the center is very organized and well run. I appreciate Leon and Alyssa's help in making this time less stressful and keeping us informed. I highly recommend their services.

My son has been going to this tutor center since elementary and making great progress!…read moreReally recommend this place to all parents for their kids.

My son has been attending two weeks now and this is the best tutoring services he has received so…read morefar. I am happy to finally find a perfect tutor for him.

This is a great afterschool. I struggled with finishing my homework before I came here, but the…read moreteachers in the homework session were able to help me answer all of my questions. They were all nice and funny. I slowly improved on my tests and my grades, and I also remembering doing extra problems in the Ivy classes. I would always ask why we would have to do more math and English work even though I had so much homework in my actual school, but looking back now, I realize that the extra practice really came a long way. Ivy is a cool place to go to after school if you get stuck on homework and need help with school in general. I'm glad I came, and it has really helped a lot ever since.

Ivy Smart pushes students toward perfection and admission to top-tier universities while sometimes…read moreoverlooking students' individual interests, goals, and circumstances. In my experience, there was too much emphasis on prestige rather than helping each student identify the educational path that was genuinely right for them. Community colleges and state universities can be excellent choices, and students should not feel discouraged from considering them simply because they are not viewed as prestigious. I also think Ivy Smart should be clearer about the nature and purpose of its program. Rather than presenting it as something every student needs in order to succeed academically, it should be described as an academic "bootcamp" designed to help students prepare for the upcoming school year. This would give students and families a better understanding of the program's intensity and expectations before enrolling. Ultimately, college and academic counseling should help students discover and pursue their own goals--not make them feel that success requires perfection or admission to a top-tier university. A student's best educational path should be based on personal interests, career goals, learning needs, finances, and overall fit, not prestige alone.

I did college application prep as well as SAT prep services here, and it was phenomenal. I was able…read moreto improve my SAT score by 350 points. That and the college application services were extremely helpful in helping me land multiple UC colleges and my dream school! I specifically had the teacher Dr. Lessie who helped me with my college application essays and he was amazing. The director Mr. Chu clearly cares about his students' success. Highly recommend. Thank you!

In the summer, I took SAT prep and college application services here, and honestly I can't…read morerecommend it enough. The director Mr. Daniel Chu is extremely helpful and went above and beyond to help me land my dream school, which I'm super stoked about!! The attention to detail is really high here, and if you need help with essays or improving your SAT score or just preparing for college to make your application stand out, I cannot recommend it enough

I take my daughter to mathnasium about 3 times per week and she actually seems like she enjoys…read morebeing there. The staff there all seem to care about the kids getting better at math. The vibe is energetic and positive. My daughter's math has gotten significantly better to the point where her actual math homework for first grade is too easy for her. So it's definitely helping for sure. Separately mathnasium has their own effective currency called "cards" that students earn based on how much math they do and they then use those cards to buy whatever items they want ranging from candy to toys to even big ticket items like ps5 or Nintendo switches. This teaches my daughter to essentially be good with money by learning to save instead of spend which is even more important to me than her being good at math.

Mathnasium has been a great support for my daughter with her homework, test preparation, and…read moreupcoming State Testing. She truly enjoys coming here and feels comfortable asking questions and getting the help she needs. The positive and encouraging environment makes a big difference!

I had almost all of my tutoring sessions at Peninsula Academy. After moving from Shanghai to Palos…read moreVerdes about 5 years ago, I was greatly struggling with English. Then I came to Pen Academy to seek for an English tutor. JJ was the one who helped me the most with my speaking, writing, and reading skills, and he helped me to get a decent score on SAT (1500). Other tutors I have had include TJ, Joseph, and Jason who helped me with math, biology, and physics, and I had great experiences with all of them. When it comes to the time of college application, my college counselor Ji spent a lot of time with me brainstorming about the college essays. She encouraged me to be the person I want to be and express myself in my essays. Finally, all of these got me into my dream college. Learning at Peninsula Academy was a very enjoyable experience as the tutors do not only help you to achieve academic success but also care about your personal well beings.

We moved from Beijing to LA in 2017, around April 2017 my wife and I did a house hunting at PV and…read moreTorrance. After looking at several houses for sales, I asked my realtor to drop me off at the ice rink which is my daughter's most favorite activity. We passed by the Peninsula Academy. I told my wife this is a great place for our daughter to enrich her English. Kay Lee, the deputy director of the academy was there, she was extremely helpful and listened to me on our needs. She recommended Kathy Kerstein as my daughter's English teacher. We moved our family on July 28, 2017. It's a Friday. My daughter Yiyi started Kathy's one to one class for the whole summer and once-twice a week during the school year. Apparently, she did extremely good at her ENGLISH LEARNER'S class. She moved on with Kathy's help, she got into Stanford's summer school, UCSB Research Mentoring Program. From a Chinese speaking little girl, hardly can speak a full paragraph to a young adult commanding her English In three and half years. My daughter, applied for colleges this year, she got admitted for UC Berkeley, UCLA, UC Santa Barbara, UCSD. For private institutions, she got Harvey Mudd (finalist for President's Scholarship, she declined), Columbia University and Caltech. She accepted the offer from Caltech and will be the 2025 class of Caltech. Kathy Kerstein is a great teacher, she is always available and ready to help, I would like to thank the Academy for all the supports. Chung

If I could give A+ Tutoring 10 stars, I would. My 14-year-old son has been working with them for…read moreabout a year. He had one tutor last year for math and another starting this school more geared toward ELA. Both tutors are exceptional, really getting to know him and how he works best and working that into his sessions so that they are effective, fun, and challenging.

As a homeschooling mom, I am incredibly intentional about my daughter's education. I want her to…read moregenuinely enjoy learning, receive an elevated education, and be taught in a way that honors her individual learning style. Because of that, I am extremely selective about who I invite into her educational experience. A+ Tutoring has truly become part of my team, and I could not be more grateful. From the very beginning, they have gone above and beyond to provide exceptional support and customer service. What has impressed me most is how thoughtfully they match each child with a tutor. They genuinely take the time to understand your child's learning style, personality, needs, and goals rather than simply assigning a tutor. And if something ever needs to be adjusted, they address it immediately. In my experience, they don't just solve the issue, they somehow manage to outdo themselves in the process. Mandy and Janelle, their incredible tutor matchmakers, are exceptional. They are attentive, responsive, intuitive, and truly invested in finding the right fit for your child. I have felt incredibly supported throughout the process. And then there is our tutor, Sonya Karl, who is EXTRAORDINARY. Sonya is deeply child-centered, incredibly intelligent, emotionally intelligent, patient, warm, and genuinely gifted at connecting with children. She has such a beautiful heart, and it is evident in the way she teaches. The most meaningful measure for me is this: my daughter is not only excelling academically, she genuinely looks forward to her tutoring sessions with Sonya. That says everything. Finding the right people to support your child's education is such an important decision, especially when you are homeschooling and creating an educational experience around your child rather than asking your child to fit into a system. A+ Tutoring understands that. I feel incredibly fortunate to have found them, and even more fortunate that they connected us with Sonya. They have earned my trust, my gratitude, and my highest recommendation.