Our 6 year old daughter has been thriving in her private Jade Chinese School lessons over the past…read morefew months. It's been especially meaningful since mom is a native mandarin speaker and we've wanted to build on that home foundation. Starting with basic exposure from family conversations, she's blossomed under the guidance of a warm and creative teacher who uses animated stories, interactive flashcards, and even dance moves to teach vocabulary like colors, animals, and family terms. A standout breakthrough moment happened recently when we were practicing fruit-related vocabulary, tying into fun snack times at home. She'd been able to name simple fruits like apple but hesitated to form full sentences, often mixing tones or reverting to English out of uncertainty. The teacher is willing to engage with her using photos, interactive props, or simply writing on our marker board asking "What fruit do you like to eat? It all clicked when she eagerly responded to her dad (who joined the session), saying "I like to eat apples and bananas, dad likes them too" with spot-on tones and a delighted laugh. That joyful tie-in to our family routines boosted her enthusiasm, and now she's incorporating fruit phrases into our daily chats, even "bargaining" playfully in Chinese at mealtime. For other parents, especially those with a Chinese-speaking family member, these lessons highlight how tailored, fun approaches can enhance home language exposure and unlock potential in young learners, even if progress feels gradual at first. It's built her listening skills, sparked deeper cultural ties, and made learning a family highlight. If you're thinking of starting, go for it--it's been a game-changer for us!

From the owner: We specialize in adult Mandarin Chinese classes as well as kids from 3rd grade through 12th grade,…read moreoffering in-person and online classes, with the option for one-on-one or group classes and a convenient range of time slots available. Our top 3 classes for adults are beginner Chinese, Mandarin Chinese Pronunciation Improvement, and conversational Chinese. The most popular classes for kids are classwork tutoring, conversational Chinese and exam preparation. Other classes we offer are Chinese 1, Chinese 2, Chinese 3, AP Chinese and Business Mandarin Class. No matter if you are just starting Chinese for the first time or perhaps you’ve already tried and struggled, with Jade Chinese School you will see the results of learning with us!

Mrs. Stacey is incredible! We did 2 week intensive phonic in the summer for my four year old. He…read morenow can read basic 3 letter words! He learned a lot, and they have many materials, like chalkboards and puzzles to help children. She helped him stay interested by moving along whenever my son would start to lose concentration. Really recommend for parents interested in their young ones to learn. It is a bit pricey, but my sons education is more important .

SLK is #1 when it comes to your kids learning. SLK understands and is up to date in all the current…read moreeducator standards being followed in the school systems. I've had both my kids come here and they have designed a curriculum to meet my kids needs based on their assessments. They have staff that speak Japanese and I believe Spanish and of course English. Mrs. Stacey is amazing as well as the whole staff.

I honestly can't say enough great things about BriteMinds in Palos Verdes. My 7-year-old son Beau…read moreis on the autism spectrum, and after trying several tutoring programs that just didn't connect, we finally found the right fit. From day one, I knew this place was different. Agnes, the owner, is warm and thoughtful, and Claire, who works one-on-one with Beau, is patient, fun, and truly understands how to support him. What stood out the most? They learned Beau loved Spider-Man and had Spider-Man items waiting for him on his very first day. That thoughtful gesture made him feel safe, seen, and excited to come back. Since starting, Beau has grown tremendously--not only in reading, writing, and math, but in confidence and social skills too. He wants to go to tutoring now, which is something I never thought I'd say! If you're searching for a tutoring center that genuinely connects with your child and fosters real growth, BriteMinds is it. We're so grateful we found them.

I'm impressed with the enthusiasm, dedication and professional instruction BriteMinds tutoring…read morecenter offers!

Eryn from Advocate to Educate has been such a gift to our family. After working with a previous…read moreadvocate who wasn't helpful or supportive, finding Eryn was like a breath of fresh air. She is everything you hope for in an advocate--caring, dedicated, and truly invested in helping kids succeed. From the start, Eryn made a real connection with both my daughter and me. She took the time to get to know us, to listen, and to understand my daughter's unique needs. What touched me the most is how much she genuinely cares--not just about the process, but about my daughter's growth, confidence, and future. Having Eryn by our side has made all the difference. She's not only knowledgeable and effective, but she brings so much heart into her work. I'm beyond grateful for her support and would wholeheartedly recommend her to any family looking for an advocate who will truly be there for them.

Advocate to Educate was a great resource in navigating the IEP system with our son. He was not…read moregetting what he needed and Eryn coached me to call for an emergency IEP meeting to address concerns. With her guidance, I was able to see what was and wasn't working at that time. Having a special needs child can be so difficult when school starts, there is no manual and as a parent I'm always wondering if I'm making the right choices for my son. Eryn was incredible with helping me see what needs weren't being met and what I needed to focus on and a crucial time in his developing education. I highly recommend!

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

Peninsula Academy has Great programs and great teachers. My son signed up their summer writing…read moreclass and learned & read several books. Their math and computer classes are good too. Will recommend to anyone.

My Granddaughter says "Mathnasium helps me learn & I really like the tutors. They are very patient…read morewhen they help me with homework!"

Luca, Verdi and Brandon are excellent. They make a great team and my daughter has been really…read moremotivated by their tutoring and encouragement. So very thankful for the experience here. I have seen a great improvement in my daughter's math skills and confidence.

We just moved here in the area and our daughter in need of help with her SAT. We are happy that we…read morefound new gallop. She improved her score by 100 points in a month!

New gallop academy really helped my children when they were applying to different universities…read more Their expertise saved us a lot of time and energy. They have excellent academic preparatory programs. I signed up for the SAT bootcamp and it boost my daughter's score by 15%.

I love attending Fusion Academy! I wish the prices were a little bit cheaper it is very expensive…read moreto go here. I love the one on one classes at this school! All of the staff at this school are incredibly nice and supportive! It feels like paradise here.

From the owner: Fusion Academy Palos Verdes is a fully accredited 1-to-1 and small group private school for grades…read more4-12, where personalized education unlocks the potential of students with learning, social, or emotional differences. Our Rolling Hills Estates, California campus offers a full-time program, classes for credit, tutoring, college counseling, and more - all tailored to fit your student's needs. With rolling enrollment and customized scheduling, students can start at any time of the year and build school around their life, not the other way around. It's hard to give a general explanation of a completely personalized school. We'd love to meet you and show you around our unique campus. Connect with us today to learn what makes Fusion Academy the school that changes everything.

I had an assessment exam that required knowledge of math that I had taken years before.  I found…read morePVP Test Prep and decided on them because they were able to remotely help me.  Chris helped me refresh for my exam and as a result I did not have to take two full classes as I tested out of them.  I found their online assistance on point and very user friendly.  The virtual white board made expressing the formulas a breeze.  I was able to learn from the comfort of my own home.  Thank you!

Last year about this time, my daughter, then a junior, had studied for several weeks with one of…read morethe big test prep companies, but she was making no progress. We called PVP Test Prep and talked to Jim, who invited us to come right in. In a single hour-long interview, my daughter learned more from Jim about test taking than she had from previous tutors. Chris, her PVP tutor, quickly evaluated Rachel's strengths and weaknesses, taught her only the subject matter she did not already know, and helped her master test-taking strategies. She attended two sessions a week, did the assigned homework, and at the end of summer, took the ACT. She scored a 30, a 6-point improvement over her initial scores on sample tests. My daughter has just committed to UC Santa Cruz, the school she was hoping for. We couldn't be more pleased with PVP Test Prep.

Both of my kids have been attending IvySmart for more than four years, and our experience has been…read moreabsolutely wonderful. IvySmart has been excellent in providing school pickup and extended after-school care, which has been a huge help for our family. My kids are able to finish their homework there, so we don't have to worry about it once they are home. Mr. Gary offers high-quality math instruction and has helped my kids excel in Math Field Day competitions. Ms. Monet is incredibly helpful and always flexible in accommodating our daily schedule, which we truly appreciate.

My experience with IvySmart has been excellent. The tutors are patient, encouraging, and truly…read morecommitted to helping students succeed. Each of my three kids had different academic needs, and Ivy Smart was able to tailor the support to match their learning styles. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to other families.