Willow Tree Academy

(57 reviews)

0.6 mi

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Best Learning Center after school learning academy! From…read morethe moment I walked in, I knew this was a place that truly prioritizes the growth and academic excellence of each student. The teachers are incredibly attentive, taking the time to understand the unique needs and strengths of every student. Their passion for teaching is so evident, and they go above and beyond to make learning fun, engaging, and meaningful. My 1st grader misses his teacher Ms. Emily when either one of them miss a day. It's clear that the center is dedicated to fostering a deep understanding of the subjects they cover, rather than just rote memorization. My child has not only improved academically but has also developed a deeper love of learning. One of the things that stands out the most is the supportive and focused atmosphere. The other children in attendance are equally driven and committed to their studies, which creates a positive, motivating environment. It's a space where kids feel comfortable asking questions, collaborating with peers, and doing their very best. Best Learning Center has truly made a difference in my child's academic journey, and I couldn't be more grateful! I highly recommend it to any parent looking for a nurturing, effective after-school program. Special Notes- 1. They are open on additional non-school days (sometimes). 2. They are open until 6pm which helps with my long commute. 3. They have transportation, but are also very close to Arovista Elementary. 4. They match school hours, even early release Wednesdays. 5. Easy to make payment and communicate with Brandon, the learning center director.

They made the whole tutoring process very easy Mr. Kim is very nice and knowledgeable my twins love…read morecoming here and excited to learn.

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Sylvan Learning of Yorba Linda

4.7

(34 reviews)

7.3 mi

Locally owned & operated

Certified professionals

It can really help with my kids and their prep for school. My son uas gotten better grades because…read moreof their tutoring

Instructors like Heather were great. They gave us detailed updates on our children…read more The supervisor Minerva on the other hand was unprofessional and gave us false hope. We had told her up front that our child has behavioral issues including ADHD, and she reassured us that they work with children like this all the time, which is why we chose Sylvan to begin with. But after one month of disappointment, we had no choice but to stop. It's as if she gave up on our our child. And when it came time to leave, she offered us nothing--no apology, no guidance, no recommendations, no hope, no closure, nothing. By the way our kids also reported that one of the tutors even threw my kid's stuffed animal across the room against a wall. We understand our kid shouldn'tve brought it in the first place, but that doesn't excuse such violent behavior. Lastly our children built up thousands of "points" but never knew how to redeem them and were never even offered the chance to do so. In short, don't waste your time and money here. Your children deserve so much better.

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Rona's Tutoring Services

(10 reviews)

0.9 mi

Miss Rona is amazing! She takes her time with the kids and curates a specific game plan for each…read more Definitely recommend her tutoring services. They make a world of difference. If you can afford to do 3 times a week that's where I've seen the most difference. The jump in progress from 1 time a week to 3 is just astonishing! But even having her once a week for the kids is astounding. Thank you for all you do!

My kid is in kindergarten, he improved a lot with the help of Rona. Highly recommended.read more

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Kumon Math and Reading Center of Placentia

4.9

(35 reviews)

3.0 mi

This is the best Kumon location. My son loves studying here. Through his English studies here, his…read morereading skills have improved tremendously--so much so that he even won a reading award at school. The teachers and the owner are incredibly patient and friendly, and they have been a tremendous help to him.

We're very happy with Kumon Placentia and their team. Our 2nd grade daughter is doing both math and…read morereading, and the improvement has been impressive. The team and the curriculum has made her to be more confident, focused, and motivated to learn. The program has really helped strengthen her fundamentals.

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Optimus Learning School

4.7

(71 reviews)

3.6 mi

We've had such a wonderful experience with this after-school tutoring program. The facility is…read morealways clean, safe, and well organized, which gives me great peace of mind as a parent. One of the most convenient things is that they pick up the kids directly after school -- they are always on time, professional, and make safety a top priority. The teachers truly care and take the time to help with homework, making sure each student understands the material. My daughter has shown amazing improvement with her extra math tutoring, and her confidence has grown so much because of the support she receives here. I'm incredibly grateful for this program and highly recommend it to any parent looking for a safe, clean, and nurturing environment with dedicated teachers who genuinely want their students to succeed

Optimus is reliable, caring, consistent, and just top notch quality! I am so grateful to call…read moreOptimus part of my support system to raise my kids in a healthy and safe and academic environment!

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XL Learning Center

4.9

(27 reviews)

2.3 mi

I'm sorry but I'm not sure if you can help me? I have a child that is autistic and struggling with…read moreschool and I'm trying to find a program to stimulate his purpose and focus with comprehension with school work and I'm going through all these apps trying to find something to entertain them but at the same time educate him even in his autism I know there's a way and I came across your program and I'm hoping that you have something in there that I can use or lead me to somebody that can help me in my area

I have not only gained support in academics, college apps and SAT prep but also grew personally…read morewith the value and culture Mrs. Kim and the faculty set up during my time in XL Learning Center. I attended the writing class, SAT classes and received help while completing my college applications. Mrs. Kim and the faculty focuses on finding what each student needs and cater towards their specific goals. I was challenged to find the most effective way to approach my study habits and also had fun learning with my friends. I highly recommend if you are looking for a place that genuinely cares for your career path!

XL 2016 Summer English Flyer (back) - Schedule of Classes

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Tutor With Chris

(7 reviews)

3.3 mi

Chris is an amazing tutor. We've used many tutors over the years with our kids but Chris is the…read morefirst one that gets through to the kids in a way that helps them understand the material and, most importantly, not get frustrated. My son leaves each session feeling empowered, with a better grasp of the material and confident in his understanding of the subject. Chris is always very accommodating of busy schedules and always makes slots available with no pressure. Please just use Chris and save yourself the trouble of trying multiple tutors. I guarantee you won't be disappointed.

I'm in an unfortunate major that requires stats two times for grad requirements, but Chris makes…read moreApplied Stats palatable! I found him when I could not find any tutors on campus that could tutor for my major and he did not disappoint. Not only was he able to make times that were perfect for my schedule, but he was great for last minute appointments. He offers multiple ways to tutor, which were equally helpful. I cannot recommend Chris enough, without his knowledge I would never have made it. I plan on hiring him again...as, I can never seem to escape Stats. Thank you, Chris!

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Reading Town

(1 review)

3.1 mi

This is one of the best learning/tutoring centers in the area! I used to be a tutor here and this…read moreis not a biased review. Reading Town is mainly known for their services in helping students with the English subject such as reading comprehension, speed reading, grammar, vocabulary building, spelling, contextual analysis, and much more. The center also assists students with math and a few other subject areas as well. Summer programs and a course in STEM robotics are held every summer, which further enhances students' academic abilities and allows for them to get a step ahead of their studies. Workbooks are administered and given to students according to their diagnosis tests, and each student is assigned their own unique Reading Town online account/profile. The directors, Mr. and Mrs. Cho, are wonderful people who really care about the well-being of the students, and also maintain their academic files by keeping track of their record and progress. If you are interested in having your child enroll in a learning/tutoring/after-school center, I highly recommend Reading Town!

C2 Education of Yorba Linda

(17 reviews)

6.2 mi

This tutoring center is fantastic! My son did their summer book club program.The tutors are great,…read morethe staff is super friendly and accommodating. They were easy to communicate with and flexible with a crazy summer schedule. I highly recommend this program if you are wanting to keep your child engaged and learning in a positive, low key environment.

C2 Education helped me a lot with both my schoolwork and SAT preparation. The tutors were really…read moresupportive and explained difficult topics in a way that was easier for me to understand. Whenever I struggled with homework or certain subjects, they took the time to help me work through the problems step by step.

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Breakthrough Learning Center

(18 reviews)

4.7 mi

My review is 7 years late. Our twins were just 6 when I looked into BLC. I enrolled them into in…read morethe 4 hour BLC summer, morning program. They were put into a mixed group and given work; entries to read, analyze, and then write about. The reason for my review all these years later is to share that as a mother who wanted to afford my children stimulation for growth, BLC is NOT a fit for younger children. This program is for older kids. Jennifer Dinh-Avila either had no understanding of what her program is capable of offering or didn't care. She should have. I too as their caregiver shouldn't have been fooled by her reports and feedback. How can a 6 y/o child sit and learn for hours on end? The motivation for this review years later is to save a child(ren) , a mother, a family from the mistake I made. Please notice, the pictures and testimonials are from older children. Jennifer, hopefully this is eye opening for you as we can all learn from this and take it as a win.

Went to BLC many years ago when it just started to get help with Geometry from Mr. Avila and it was…read moregreat experience. He helped me with my homework and taught me concepts I didn't understand from school. Along with that, he prepared me for quizzes and exams by providing extra practice- even practice he created himself so it would coincide with my teacher's testing. Now I am taking my nephews to Breakthrough and they are enjoying and thriving in their academics. They have been going the last two years, now in 3rd and 6th grade. They do their homework there and some supplemental work to advance in both their math and writing skills. When I talk to them about, they only have positive things to say about their teachers. Environment is great for all levels and it seems like Mrs. Jen, the director, is very involved with their curriculums and providing extra support for the kids. I know that when I needed extra help back then, Mr. Avila and Mrs. Jen always took extra time to help me succeed in my classes. Definitely recommend Breakthrough to other families.

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CC’s Learning Center

(68 reviews)

1.1 mi

We currently have our daughter in the infant room (the cocoon class) and we have loved the…read moreexperience so far. They have clear communication on everything that's going on with the center (events, day to day activities, health checks, center closures) and you're given notice well in advance. Payment, check in/out, and communication are all done through Brightwheel (an app) and it's such a smooth process. Even though it's a bit modern, my in-laws (that are a bit older and have a harder time with technology) are still able use the app to pick up my daughter and enjoy the occasional pictures and videos that are sent through there. My daughter doesn't really take to strangers well. She did have an adjustment period but has soon blossomed in the infant classroom and loves her teachers. The teachers are caring and informative and we are so pleased with the kind of care they provide our daughter. And we know she's not the easiest baby. They have been able to help our child make huge progress with nap time and even with playing with other kids. I truly feel her personality has blossomed due to the work the infant room teachers put into our daughter. She always comes home happy from the day. The infant room itself (as well as the other rooms we toured in the facility) are also clean and does not have a smell. We toured other facilities where the smell was so strong it stayed with me the rest of the day and was actually one of the deciding factors in choosing CCs. My daughter also has an egg and milk allergy. They assigned high chair specifically for her and are always on the look out for any reactions from food. She recently outgrew her milk allergy but not the egg. During the recent mother's day Muffins with Mom's event, they provided a special vegan muffin for her so she can enjoy the event with me. The teacher running the event wasn't my daughter's regular teacher, but she recognized my daughter anyway and knew to offer me the vegan muffin. I was so touched by this gesture. We haven't had experience with the older classrooms, but have toured them and are rest assured my daughter will grow up well cared for and well educated here at CCs. We are excited for her to learn and grow here. We are so pleased with our experience that we've already reserved our spot for our next baby due in a few months. We highly recommend this daycare center and will recommend it to anyone look for care in the area.

I have two kids at CC's and couldn't recommend it more! Our youngest has been in the infant room…read moresince she was 6 months and our older kid has been in almost every classroom so far, and will be in the oldest next year! All the teachers are fantastic, we're kept updated on everything every day and our kids are excited to go to school every morning. Couldn't ask for anything more.

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Aqua Duks Swim School

(173 reviews)

9.4 mi

Locally owned & operated

Certified professionals

My daughter has been going here for over 2 years. Ms. Kasity has been awesome - very patient and…read moreknows how to handle kids based on their skill level. My daughter looks forward to every class!

Aqua Duks is absolutely amazing!! I highly recommend them to all of my friends and family, even…read morestrangers! And the majority of that is because of our incredible instructor, Ms. Kasity. She has taught my daughter for the past 3 years and she's an excellent swimmer now because of her. I changed my whole schedule because Ms Kasity had an opening for my 12 month old baby I COULDNT miss that opportunity! So now both my daughters (4 & 1yo) go to Ms Kasity and I wouldn't have it any other way. I plan on staying at Aqua Duks and with Ms. Kasity for years and years to come. Thank you Aqua Duks and Kasity for teaching my girls life savings techniques, love and fun!

Our Parent and Me classes build on your baby's natural instincts and appeal to their curiosity and play.

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Childtime of Brea

4.4

(71 reviews)

1.5 mi

Childtime was the first daycare our daughter was introduced to and I'm so grateful. From 1 to 2…read moreyears old, the staff cared for her like one of their own. Becky, the director, runs the daycare with great care, organization and leadership. Ms. Michelle and Ms. Julissa in room 3 are genuinely loving teachers, as were the other teachers who cared for our daughter. They did everything from ensuring she had her special little towel to sleep with each day to noticing when her breathing was labored (it was the first sign she had asthma and they were on top of it!). Having someone else care for our child is always such a difficult thing but the staff here put us at ease. Definitely recommend Childtime Brea!

Amazing daycare with caring and attentive staff! The environment is clean, safe, and welcoming, and…read moreit's clear they genuinely care about the children. I always feel confident knowing my child is in great hands. Highly recommend!

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Refinery Preschool

(44 reviews)

1.0 mi

Our family has been at Refinery for over 3 years now. There are so many things we love about this…read morepreschool. 1. Staff - Want a place that loves and cares about your child? The staff has been so patient, caring, gentle and loving to our 3 children. 2. Class programming - Whether it be learning about cutting hair or brushing teeth, science experiments, they do it all. I love seeing all the innovative activities. 3. Pictures - we love getting pictures and updates of our kids throughout the day using Procare. Overall, I would highly recommend Refinery Preschool.

The staff at Refinery Preschool has been very reassuring and inspiring. It was really tough leaving…read moreour boy, but the staff made sure our boy was ok and that were leaving him in good hands. He made friends and we noticed an improvement in his communication. Now he's excited to go to school and see his friends.

Toddlers always have more fun on the playground!

Watermelon experiments this summer was a highlight for all ages.

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Our New State of the Art Playground we Fundraised for 3 years for. The children love it!

Australian Swim School

4.7

(12 reviews)

5.0 mi

When you're looking for any type of school, you want to make sure the instructors treat your kids…read moreas if they were their own. Today, multiple staff did that for my daughter. We've been going to this school since they were in Fullerton, and they've always been great. My daughter started with Mr Nori and he's one of her favorite instructors. She's gone through a few instructors and we've never had a bad experience. My son now attends the school too. This morning, my daughter had a make up class and had to go into a different swim lane with a new teacher. She's been apprehensive about leaving her current school and starting kinder next year, and the emotions came out today. She started crying and holding onto me when she saw the new lane and instructor and said she doesn't want new things. Within seconds, Mr Scott came over and began comforting her asking if she'd like to see her other instructor Mayumi. Mayumi wasn't even dressed to go in the water, but rolled up her jeans and sat in another lane with her. Mr Nori came by to say hi and comfort her, and Mr Christopher gave her a private lesson for a few minutes while she adjusted. He eventually asked her if she wanted to join him in the new lane with the new instructor, and she said yes and was happy the rest of the time. Mayumi also came back to check on her. This is the level of care any parent looks for in a school and I highly recommend coming here.

Our kids have been swimming at their Fullerton location since 2021 and recently transferred to…read moretheir newest location. Our kids were excited to see the new facility and enjoyed everything it had to offer during their first visit. The motion activated splash pad was a hit with our 7 yr old while he waited for his class to start. The swim suit dryers and plentiful changing stalls are very convenient. The viewing room is also a very nice added touch to the facility. All the instructors have been great over the years at Fullerton and we were told we'll see some at the Placentia location as well. They are located in a large shopping center with plenty of parking.