Barperfect -- Steve Liosi

(9 reviews)

1.8 mi

My first grader attended the 2024 summer program at Young Scholars Academy ("YSA") and now attends…read morethe writing class during the 2025 school year. She has always been a pretty good student, but YSA has made her much better. It's as if she is a different student now than she was before that summer, especially with confidence in writing. She has learned so many things so organically that it was fun for her. She also has amassed a notebook of "beautiful sentences" (her words) that she constructs each week for YSA and from which she later picks and chooses phrases for poetry/creative writing. This has directly led her to win awards at national literature competitions, which I don't think she would have done had she not been in YSA. What more, she has made friends at YSA through the entertaining field trips and Fun Fridays. She was the new girl, but the kids attending YSA were all very kind, friendly, and generous. My daughter didn't want the summer to end! And I can't say enough good things about her teachers and Ms. Esther, the director. The teachers at YSA are creative and detail-oriented, and they give the kids so much individualized attention because the class size is so small (6 to 8 students per teacher). Then there's Ms. Esther, who you can tell from the start really loves kids and cares about how they are doing. She knows each student by name and who their parents are, she regularly sends detailed texts and photos showing how the kids are doing, and her interaction with each child is colored by warmth. For example, she thinks so much about each child's well-being that she will gently move children into the shade at lunch lest they get too much sun (such a mom thing to do but so bracing to see when someone does it for your child). She also makes sure that they wash their hands at the right times, that they have all their belongings with them, and that they eat what their moms want them to eat before rushing off to play. Wow! The children are taken care of so well--physically, emotionally, and academically. Overall, YSA is superb, and I will sing its praises to no end.

Our son attended YSA for a summer and two trimesters between grades 5-6. Our goal was to support…read morehim in an area of his strength and interest (reading, writing, and language skills) rather than to address a weakness. We liked that he was able to work in the middle school-age content/cohort and push his growth beyond what he was getting in his regular 6th grade school class. We are very happy with the results, and my son didn't want to stop attending (rare for an academy!) when we recently let YSA go to focus on other activities. Miss Esther is always positive, flexible, and easy to communicate with. Her teachers did a good job of connecting with our son and motivating him to keep learning and developing. Things went well enough that we made a request for a series of special, private sessions to prepare my son for the written portion of the Whitney HS admissions exam. Miss Esther and her team worked out a schedule over the course of a month, and our son felt very confident and prepared for the exam. He felt good both before and after the test and ended up earning admission to Whitney! We are appreciative of the care and investment that the YSA team made in our son. We can't think of a higher recommendation than to say we are already planning to enroll our daughter at YSA in about a year when she prepares for middle school.

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Best Learning Center

(57 reviews)

2.8 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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Kumon Math and Reading Center of Fullerton - Downtown

(50 reviews)

1.0 mi

Women-owned & operated

Speaks Spanish

My son is in middle school and attended kumon this summer. They have helped my son build confidence…read moreon the foundational math skills and reading. There is homework. I would highly recommend.

The Kumon program is excellent! I enrolled my girl in Kumon because I wanted her to learn some…read morebasic English and reading. In a world full of digital distraction, the Kumon at Fullerton provided an environment that foster learning and exceptional focus in each & every session. This is an excellent environment of learning. We have been in the program for about 6 months now, my wife and I are happy with the progress. We plan to continue Kumon for a long time. My girl will turn 4 soon. What I especially like about the program is that the tutors really take their time to monitor the progress of individual students. Thank you Ms Sheeza and team!

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Optimus Learning School - Fullerton

4.7

2.3 mi

The teachers are kind, knowledgeable, and always make sure students stay on track. The smaller…read moreclass sizes make it easy for kids to get the help they need. We've noticed so much improvement, and we appreciate how much care and effort they put into every student's success.

We recently moved our 2 sons, a 6 year old in kinder and 7 year old in 2nd grade, over to Optimus…read moreLearning Center in Fullerton. They were previously enrolled in the after-school program at the elementary school, but reports from the teachers, and my sons, quickly caused us to research new options. Here is a list of requirements I used to research/decide: 1. Must be open until 6pm. I work in. DTLA so I need to be able to have time to drive back to Brea through traffic. 2. Need transportation from school to place of care. 3. Located near my house, or my daughter's pre-school, or on my way home from work. 4. Must be run and managed by adults. 5. Must be able to help w/ my sons' homework. They are in dual immersion Spanish classes and all their homework and instruction is in Spanish. 6. Must have clam, friendly, clean place to work during the time they are in care. After a week or so of researching, I had it down to the Karate Studio in Fullerton, or Optimus Learning Center, across from Best Buy off Imperial and Beach. Once I saw the space, and met Ms. Rebecca, I decided to start them the very next month. They have been attending since the beginning of Dec. 2023 and I am extremely pleased. It is double the cost of the after-school program, even with the sibling discount, but this includes the cost to transport my children from school to the center each day and monitoring the bell/pickup schedules, and there are more adults per student for additional attention and help. Pros: 1. Open until 6pm 2. Have two locations in-case I need additional care 3. Are open on teacher/holiday school closure dates 4. Emphasis is on Academics 5. Calm atmosphere 6. Kids finish all homework at the center before pickup 7. Run by respectable adults who dress professionally 8. Other children in the space are respectful and obedient Cons: 1. No outdoor play area 2. On school closure dates, the Fullerton and Brea centers merge. The Brea location is far from our house, but I am still thankful they are opened. 3. Non-school days are 9am-6pm. Our after-school care was 7am-6pm daily. 4. They don't currently have the option for auto pay, so I have to wait for a receipt and then send payment through Zelle. Not horrible, just a little work to remember since my last program was automatic. Based on my experience, I believe Optimus Learning Center is a great after school program and I hope you will check them out. They've adapted the program to assist with my sons' homework (Spanish). One other note - they also offer engaging enrichment classes, tutoring, and piano lessons. I truly feel that Optimus Learning Center offers a supportive and nurturing environment that fosters growth and success. Thank you for reading this far. Optimus Learning Center is committed to providing personalized academic support. The program understands that each student has unique learning needs and goals, and therefore, offers tailored homework help and tutoring services. This personalized approach helps students improve their academic performance and gain confidence in their abilities. By providing one-on-one support, the program ensures that each student receives the attention and guidance they need to succeed. With its comprehensive approach to education and development, Optimus Learning Center helps students achieve their full potential and prepares them for future success. *note- some of these pics are from the Brea Learning Center. But the Fullerton and Brea centers look and feel similar.

Boys having a special day w/ Ms. Rebecca before holiday break!

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Teragi Academy

(85 reviews)

0.6 mi

Family-owned & operated

Women-owned & operated

This review has been long overdue, and I'm so glad I finally had the chance to write it…read more About a year ago, I decided I wanted my boys to start jiu-jitsu. As a mom, I believe it's so important for children to learn basic self-defense not because I expect something bad to happen, but because I want them to have the confidence and skills to protect themselves if they ever need to. At first, my boys were nervous and intimidated. We visited a few schools before making a decision, but from the moment we walked into Teragi, we knew this place was different. Everyone made us feel like family. The professors and coaches are exceptional not only because of their experience and skill, but because they genuinely care about every child. They encourage, support, and meet each child where they are. I especially want to mention my youngest. Jiu-jitsu didn't come naturally to him at first, and he struggled to understand the techniques. The professors and coaches were incredibly patient and never made him feel like he was behind. They allowed him to learn at his own pace, and now it's amazing to see how much his confidence and skills have grown. That patience meant so much to our family. There's no pressure for kids to be the best. Every child learns differently, and the professors and coaches truly understand that. Since we homeschool, Teragi has become more than just a place to train. My boys have made wonderful friendships, and we've found an incredible community. I also have to mention how clean the academy is! It never has that old gym smell and is always welcoming. I've watched both of my boys grow not only physically, but mentally and emotionally. They're more confident, disciplined, and respectful. If you're on the fence about jiu-jitsu because you don't like the idea of your child being on the ground, I completely understand. I felt the same way. But the reality is that many real-life self-defense situations end up on the ground, and knowing what to do can make all the difference. Thank you, Teragi, for creating such an incredible environment for our children. We are so grateful to be part of the Teragi family, and I couldn't recommend this academy more.

This is my unapologetically biased review of Teragi Jujitsu Academy. My two kids, my wife, and I…read moreall train here. If this review sounds like a love letter to this gym, it's because it is. The owners, professors, and coaches have cultivated a superb gym culture. This gym is safe, friendly, and supportive. The facility is modern and clean, and they've invested in a foam block subfloor beneath the mats for softer landings. As far as I know, this is the only gym in the area that offers women-only classes four times per week and a bi-monthly community open mat for gentlemen 40 years and older. My kids train here after school 4-5 days a week, and they love it. The kids' professors and coaches are experienced and amazing teachers. I'm especially thankful for the young coaches who were so patient and kind to my boys when they were hesitant and shy after first starting. And my pocketbook is especially thankful for the discounted rates for additional family members. If you're looking for a place where the whole family can train, grow, and feel welcome, I can't recommend Teragi highly enough.

Art in motion. Jiu Jitsu teaches how to defeat an opponent without striking unlike Karate, Kung Fu or Tae Kwon Do.

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Mathnasium

(30 reviews)

2.3 mi

We just moved to the area and looking for something academic for our kids during the summer. Glad…read morewe found this Mathnasium! Our kids have been enjoying it. The tutors are patient and motivating. Love how we get a progress report after each session to see how the kids are doing and plans for the next session. They get tickets after each session that they can use to redeem for prizes or save up for something bigger :) Big shout-out to the Center Director, Haya. She is just such a lovely human being and engaged with the students. She was absolutely a selling point for us to sign up at this particular center.

My child just started, but he is excited to go everyday. The teachers are knowledgeable and well…read moretrained to tutor the students. The facility is clean and well maintained as well. I appreciate how friendly and hands on all the staff members are at the center. My son says he feels like he is learning new concepts with greater ease while also gaining confidence reviewing concepts he has already mastered.

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Sylvan Learning of Yorba Linda

4.7

(38 reviews)

7.6 mi

Locally owned & operated

Certified professionals

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.

I had such high hopes for my son who has been struggling with reading, writing and anything related…read moreto English. My son scored badly on the assessment due to being unmotivated to answer the test questions properly. I was discouraged and heartbroken but Minera ensured me that there are kids that come to Sylvan with similar issues and struggles. She assured me that they will work with him because they have dealt with kids with ADHD in the past. She also reassured me that there are some kids who displayed similar findings with assessments and they showed improvement. I also ended up enrolling my 2 other younger children here to accompany my other son. We did not want my other son to feel as if there was something wrong with him especially since he was already struggling academically, behaviorally not to mentioned he was discouraged and had low self esteem. I had such high hopes but unfortunately things didn't quite work out as I had hoped. The tutors were all wonderful and professional. They all tried so hard to help my son but unfortunately his behavior and disruption to others students became an issue. My other two kids did great at the end and were doing well but unfortunately my one son that desperately needed the most help, did not. I guess despite the great rating they cannot always help everyone. Each child has a different personality, learning style and ability and unfortunately it was my son that was too far to be reached. I wish that it could have worked out. But unfortunately I sensed a lot of frustration hence the long text messages as well as a brief update from Minera one afternoon. She updated me regarding my son's behavior and inability to move forward in the curriculum due to his refusal to show his work and knowledge of the subject. I sensed her frustration, in which I do not blame her. I would have hoped that they would have been able to be more professional and knowing how to deal with kids with ADHD like they said they did. It was discouraging and upsetting to see the opposite attitude, body language and demeanor this time around. Her voice as well as her facial expressions did not offer any sense of hope or recommendations to help improve or change the situation. I feel Minera gave me a false sense of hope and did not deliver their promise. Thank you to all the tutors though who did try to help my son. I deeply appreciate the time, patience you all put into my 3 kids, as for Minera, I am disappointed in your professionalism. You should not make assurances that you cannot keep.

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Rona's Tutoring Services

(11 reviews)

2.6 mi

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

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!

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WM Tutoring Services

3.4 mi

My daughter looks forward to for her piano lessons! We love…read moreMs. Shavianne ! She knew exactly what my daughter needed to work on and is helping her to thrive in her piano skills, she is also her reading tutor and I just can't thank her enough my daughter is reading above her grade level! Ms. Shavi is so sweet and friendly and an excellent teacher thank you so much !

Liam has been working with Jonathan for tutoring, and the improvement has been incredible. Jonathan…read moreis patient, knowledgeable, and knows how to explain things in a way that really clicks for Liam. He's not only doing better in school but also feels more confident tackling tough subjects. We're so grateful for Jonathan's support!! highly recommend!!

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CC’s Learning Center

(72 reviews)

2.6 mi

CC's was a blessing to my family. I am a single mother with minimal help so finding a reliable…read moredaycare who is good and patient with my daughter was vital to me. I have a 4-year-old who is highly energetic and requires extra attention at times. I had a terrible experience with her first daycare (North Fullerton KinderCare) and had to pull her out after experiencing retaliation for reporting a teacher for abuse. I am the sole provider for my family so unfortunately staying home is not an option for me. I visited a couple of different daycares, explained my situation, asked a million questions and ultimately ended up deciding on CC's. My daughter adjusted to the change right away. The teachers were all nice, fun, and patient with her. My daughter doesn't respond well to grouchy teachers or to yelling, she tends to rebel more. Their approach for correcting her behavior worked because they paid attention to the little things that motivated her and their approach was not aggressive but rather compassionate. Michelle is resourceful and willing to help with information and resources, and she is very involved in the day to day. The communication and their way of handling every situation and behavior made all the difference. I knew my daughter was in good hands and because of that I had the peace of mind that I needed to be able to concentrate on work without the added stress that I was experiencing before. CC's was the best decision I ever made. She is now attending public school but I will definitely be taking her back for the summer.

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.

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Color Our World Daycare Educational Center

(12 reviews)

2.2 mi

All 4 of my children have attended this daycare, 14 years we have been with color our world…read moredaycare. Mrs Jennifer she treats the children as if they are her own. My 18 year old and 15 year old started back in 2012, at ages 4 & 2. the continued with color our world until they aged out going into 7th grade. They thrived and were ahead going into school setting. In 2021 my youngest daughter started attending at 6 months old, the baby teachers treated her so well my children never cried when dropping them off and also didn't want to go home at the end of the day. In 2022 our youngest son started at 4 months old, he was also so cared for with the baby teachers Ms Rosie. The two year old class room they both thrived in that classroom setting witch Mrs Chaio ( sorry if name is spelled wrong) my son was potty trained before at 2.5 years old my daughter 3. all thanks to the work of the daycare teachers putting in time and effort. Ms Veronica she does fantastic job my youngest daughter is in her class as well. The evening staff is also very attentive and is always keeping the cleaning standards with disinfecting the rooms to ensure sanitary environment. My children have been in every class where they have all been treated with love and care and they always want to go to daycare and at pick up want to stay to play. a mother always worries about dropping your children off, I have never felt that way. Only hoping my children would treat them with the same love and respect they are given there. when first enrolling my children in daycare I toured all daycares in fullerton and fell in love with color our world for their genuine concern for the kids and have never regretted in 14 years ever enrolling them. This daycare I highly recommend to any family searching for child care. Your babies will be in great hands!! Thank you to the staff for always showing up and going above and beyond for the children in fullerton ca.

Color our world is the best day care hands down!! Ive gone here as a baby up to my 6th grade level…read more I now bring my babies here & we love it! Very staff oriented. What i love is the cleanliness of the facility and care for our children!! They get great knowledge and Home cooked meals!!!

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Montessori of Anaheim

(16 reviews)

5.1 mi

Certified professionals

Speaks Mandarin

We absolutely love Montessori of Anaheim so much. The…read moreteachers are so loving and attentive to all the children and our son loves going to this daycare. They have a set routine schedule everyday that is great for the children and the teachers always have such amazing activities that help the children with their learning skills. I can confidently say my son has grown so much in his social skills making friends and building his confidence and self esteem. He is just over 2 year old and knows how to count up to 20, knows the whole alphabet song and remembers the lyrics to a lot of the songs he sings at school. We're so thankful to Ms. Noelle (the director) and all the lovely teachers (Ms. Pushpinder, Ms. Hang, Ms. Farida, etc)

My wife and I have vetted so many schools in the area. We were more than glad and proud to have…read moresent our kid to this school where TRUE Montessori values and discipline are instilled everyday. There truly isn't an amount or cost to pay for quality care & education. We will be forever grateful to Ms. Farida and her team for the awesome care to our little one and many others. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!

Meet our Administration team: Ms. Victoria Garcia-Director Ms. Connie Sun-Owner/Administrator Ms. Noelle Sevilla- Owner/ Administrator

Soft Opening of our new school!

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Starfish Swim Academy

4.8

(48 reviews)

5.0 mi

We love our swim classes with Caleb! Great ocean beautiful place to bring your kids for swim…read morelessons. We'll be coming here till we are full on sharks!

We love starfish and all of their instructors! Our daughter began lesson at 3 and by 3.5 was…read more'water safe' and by 4 is a legit swimmer! She's so confident in the water and loves to swim and show off her skills. The pool itself is gorgeous and a pleasant place to observe lessons. The owner is kind and professional. Swim has been a worthwhile investment and it's a joy to watch our daughter grow her skills.

Swim class with Mr Caleb!

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Our son had the best time learning how to swim. The instructors made learning fun while doing different swimming techniques.

Waterworks Swim School La Habra

4.8

3.2 mi

A Truly Supportive Place for My Special Needs Boys…read more I'm so thankful for the amazing team at Waterworks! My autistic, nonverbal twin boys have had such a positive experience here. Joseph and Kulani have been so patient, kind, and understanding -- they really take the time to make my boys feel safe, comfortable, and proud of themselves in the water. Big shoutout to the area director who came by to give helpful tips and guidance on how to best support the swim teachers with my boys' needs. That extra care meant so much to us. It's not always easy finding places that truly understand and care, but everyone here has shown such heart and compassion. Thank you for not giving up on my boys and for believing in them every step of the way. We're so grateful for all of you at Waterworks!

I have two boys, aged 5 and 8, with different swimming levels and was looking for swim lessons for…read morethem this summer. I searched many swim classes in the area and found Waterworks Swim School. I have two different instructors for my boys, Jewel and Kaylyn. Jewel is the instructor for my younger son, and I can see his improvement every single lesson! Kaylyn teaches my 8-year-old son, and my husband was impressed by how much he has improved. Kaylyn and Jewel are both professional and amazing instructors with kind hearts! I highly recommend them!

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Australian Swim School

4.7

4.8 mi

My son absolutely loves Australian Swim School, and I can't recommend them enough!…read more One of the biggest reasons we chose this swim school is the water temperature. It's by far the warmest pool we could find, and it's the only place where my son happily stays in the water without shivering. Our regular instructor is Mr. Nori, and he has been wonderful with my son. He's patient, encouraging, and fantastic with all of the kids I've seen in his classes. We recently missed a couple of lessons and had to attend makeup classes. For whatever reason, my son suddenly decided he didn't want to go back for his lesson. Miss Kaylee stepped in and was incredible. She tried everything she could to gently encourage him to go to the back pool, but when it became clear he wasn't going to do it, she didn't give up. Instead, she offered to work with him one-on-one in the front pool where we already were. She even promised she wouldn't put his head under the water. In the end, he became comfortable enough that he chose to put his face in the water on his own with her guidance, but she honored her promise and never forced him. That meant so much to me. I don't know if she was on her lunch break, between classes, or supposed to be doing something else, but I know that impromptu private lesson wasn't part of her day. She took the time simply because she cared, and it completely turned the experience around for my son. The best part is that it worked. Today my son happily got back in the water with Mr. Nori, and I honestly think it was his best lesson yet. Mr. Nori was so sweet, so encouraging, and genuinely proud of him. Seeing his confidence come back was such a great moment as a parent, and I really credit both instructors for making that happen. Every single person we've interacted with has been kind, welcoming, patient, and genuinely wonderful with kids. I honestly have not had a single negative experience here. The first class is free, the warm water makes such a difference, and the little splash pad was a huge part of getting my son's initial buy-in. From the instructors to the front desk staff, the entire team is amazing. If you're looking for swim lessons for your child, I highly recommend Australian Swim School!

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.

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(28 reviews)

I recently passed my PgMP certification on the first attempt, and I owe a huge part of that success…read moreto Project Management Academy. I found the PgMP to be much more challenging than PMP. But the course was incredibly well-structured, and the follow-up support made a real difference in helping me stay focused and confident throughout the process. The big value is the way Project Management Academy translates the dense PMI textbook into an understandable structure and also provides online mock exams. This wasn't my first time learning with Project Management Academy --I also took their PMP course years ago and passed on the first attempt. Their instructors are knowledgeable, the learning materials are top-notch, and the team genuinely cares about your success. Special thanks to the PGMP instructor Bill Holmes for the encouragement and support. Bill has taught many PMGP applicants and helped them pass. If you're considering a certification journey, I highly recommend Project Management Academy. They've helped me reach two major milestones in my career, and I couldn't be more grateful.

I took the PMP Course in July 2018 and I must say it is a ton of information to absorb in 4 days…read more If you come with an expectation that the course will 'give you all the answers' - you're fooling yourself. Don't waste your time. The course is designed to prepare you for the exam and provide the tools and resources to be successful. The great part is you take an assessment exam on Day 1 to set your knowledge baseline (I scored 56%). On Day 4, you take a mock exam (I scored 68%). Everything in between (Day 1-Day 3) covers the PMBOK along with Q&A and interaction amongst the group. I originally planned to take the exam in August but was relocated for work and I put the PMP exam on the back burner. Fast forward 6 months, with little studying I jumped right back in to PMA's website and began to study. PMA's website has everything you need to brush up on your knowledge (i.e. mock exams, flash cards, course downloads, Q&A, etc.). I felt prepared enough and scheduled a Friday Webinar with a live instructor to asked my remaining questions. I took the exam in mid May. I narrowly FAILED. I immediately reached back out to PMA to extend my account and they did so without charge or question. I then sent an email to their general tutor inbox with questions pertaining to the exam. I received an email back the same day from GARY LIND. He was not MY instructor but is an instructor and tutor for PMA. GARY LIND is highly knowledgeable and most importantly has a passion for helping others succeed. GARY LIND holds many certifications and licenses; ATP, PMP, LSSMBB, CSM, CTT+ and countless Aviation certs. He asked that I take another mock exam and send him the results so he knew exactly where I was where I needed help. We scheduled a webinar during HIS lunch break and by the end of the session I felt confident enough reschedule my exam. I did so for Sunday, June 23rd and I PASSED! I strongly recommend GARY LIND and PMA should you consider obtaining your PMP.

Pacific Coast University School Of Law

3.9

(29 reviews)

I came across PCU back in 2018. I have seen the school's ups and downs, which I found to be…read moreunnerving, but such is the path of most small law schools. Given its 95-year history, with each obstacle, the school has survived and continues to provide formal legal education to those dedicated to learning the law. I have since graduated from PCU with my juris doctor. PCU has proven itself to be an educational facility dedicated to its students. Here's why... AFFORDABLE. The school does not boast itself to be cheaper than your average law school just because it is a couple of thousands of dollars (tens of thousands, actually) cheaper than your local law schools, like USC, Chapman U, UCLA, Western State. It is legit affordable, because it is not-for-profit. It has the minimal requirements of a Cal Bar accredited law school, such as a full on law library. You'll learn how to use it your 1L year and legal writing and research is reinforced every subsequent year. BRICK & MORTAR and Cal Bar Accredited when I started. However, the future of law schools have changed since the 2020 pandemic, when we were all forced to go online. PCU was nonetheless affected and from what I understand is moving to go completely online. I was fortunate enough to meet most of my professors in-person in an actual classroom setting. I also appreciated having started when the school was CBA accredited, so I did not have to take the "baby bar" also known as the First-Year Law Students Examination. Although PCU has since lost its accreditation, it is not dispositive of the quality of its education or determination of its students. I'll explain... DEDICATED FACULTY. The bar REQUIRES a minimal 270 classroom hours a year for four years for a fixed facility. They make this happen for the students and keep lines of communication open for you to contact them outside school hours. Keep in mind this is a not-for-profit school, working nights and weekends. Friday night... yes, someone's gotta teach that Real Property, Contracts, Trial Techniques class. Saturday morning cartoons or snoozing? No... Saturday morning labs. Rise and shine, buttercup. You pay the tuition, and they will deliver for four grueling years. Need academic accommodations? PCU is on it. Life happens. Communicate it; the support is there. NIGHT LIFE. Not the Hamburger Mary night life, although I would not knock the experience there either. XD PCU caters to the working adult with night classes. Can you work full time and still go to school? Yes, it is possible. Dedication & grit. I did it, and I have no doubt you can, too. You cannot pass classes by "finding" time to study. MAKE TIME. I promise it will be a humbling experience. If you've always passed high school, undergrad, or grad school with high marks, you will have your @$$ handed to you time and time again, but keep on going! Law school is just a rite of passage to taking the bar. It has completely changed life's trajectory of so many of my classmates. Dang... still reading? Here's my personal advice for you, prospective student--law school is not for everyone. Speak to those who chose to be lawyers. What are their regrets in choosing the profession? Why did they choose their law school? Keep in mind PCU will be going online full-time in the future and will require a minimum of 864 hours of preparation and study, not the 270 hours I went through. I chose PCU because I was in my thirties when I decided to go back to school and out of convenience: It is conveniently local, affordable, and I only had my nights to dedicate. I did not care whether the school was ABA accredited or CBA accredited. Maybe that is meaningful to you depending on your career goals. In the end, it offered me an opportunity to sit and take the California Bar Exam, just like my co-workers who went to Whitter, Pepperdine, Columbia, UCLA, USC, Chapman, UC Irvine, Western State, etc. For what it's worth, I certainly got more than what I paid for in experience. I participated in the Cal Bar's Practical Training of Law Students program, which the school and my employer supported. Check it out: https://www.calbar.ca.gov/admissions/special-admissions/practical-training-of-law-students. Get to go on the record in court, draft and argue motions, negotiate with the opposition. Lastly, you do not have to aspire to practice law to go to law school. Just obtaining a juris doctor is rewarding in itself. It provides you with a breadth of knowledge that will benefit you in any profession. Especially if it's just the JD that you're after, challenge yourself and go for it. Choose PCU.

Pacific Coast University School of Law (P.C.U.) is more than a law school; it is a community of…read morededicated staff, faculty, and alumni who are personally committed to the success of every student, every step of the way! Prior to pursuing law school, I was employed as a legal assistant and had 60 community college units. At the time, I was unaware that attending law school was even possible without a BA/BS degree, however, after further research, encouragement, and support from my family, P.C.U. became my second home for four exhilarating years (Class of 2018)! I am so thankful for P.C.U. and I am proud to be an alumni! If it were not for P.C.U., which provides a valuable law school education, at an affordable tuition rate, it is highly unlikely that I would have embarked on this path. P.C.U. is instrumental in preparing students for the California Bar Exam and their active involvement has further shaped my enthusiasm for the legal field and my commitment to helping others, which is why I began this journey. You are clearly considering law school because you are reading this, therefore, CONSIDER NOT all of the reasons that you drum up in your mind that are holding you back and contact P.C.U. today! May God bless and guide your steps......see you in court, Counselor!

Personal Bar Prep, California Bar Review Course

(36 reviews)

Jay helped me pass the Feb bar as a two timer. He is the epitome of tough love. I did the one on…read moreone package because having a tutor is what helped me perform well on the lsat. My biggest regret is doing Barbri the first time around and not Jay's personal bar prep. Jay helped me write the way the testers want to see, supported me, broke down the law in easy to comprehend ways, and helped me put this test behind me. He gives you all the material you will need and you don't need anything else from any other bar prep company. The weekly lessons with everyone are very helpful not just for review but also seeing other students in the same boat as you because bar prep can be very isolating. Jay got me over the hump, if you have to take the California bar again or want a tutor Jay is your guy! Jays moto is 1. Study "memorize the rules" 2.Practice do a bunch of MBE sets and essays he gives you more than enough of real questions not made up confusing ones (cough Barbri) and 3. Review every mbe you get wrong and big issues you miss in the essays. A huge game changer for me was to type or copy Jays easy to comprehend answer explanations for any question I got wrong and then record myself reading them and listening to them. I also recorded Jays rule statement sheets which are a secret weapon for the essays and would listen to them on my daily walks. This shot my MBE percentages up and helped me memorize more rules for essays. Finally this process is tough. You will get through it day by day, little by little. Jay built the program very very well to where you will peak right before the test. Don't study the day before test you will be ready! Good luck!

I honestly passed the California Bar because of Jay. This was my third attempt, and his help made…read moreall the difference. He has a package of 42 essays, he reviews 33 of them in detail and grades the other 9, which was super helpful to see where I stood. He also covers Performance Tests and MBEs, and he actually teaches all the subjects. What I really appreciated is that he was always there. He answered all my questions (and I had a lot), and he supported me not just as a tutor but as a person. I highly recommend Jay.

Fox LSAT

(55 reviews)

For those of you looking for a great lsat prep course Fox Test prep is the best out there don't…read morewaste money or time using the other lsat prep course with their fake lsat sample tests and absences of real explanations for why the correct answers are right and the wrong ones are wrong. His prep course and videos show why the right answers are right and how to know for sure and why the wrong answers are wrong and why for all lsat sections. You can always call him or email him with specific questions. He will get right back to you. You can chose from in class, online or private lsat prep course options. His course is reasonably priced I chose self study online and it was perfect for me a single full time working mommy of one. It provided me with the flexibility to start and come back on my own schedule. There's videos showing explanations for various questions for all four sections. I brought additional books and materials online from Amazon to focus on my weakest sections logic games and logic reasoning. Nathan is extremely helpful and supportive during my longgggg and challenging journey preparing for the lsat. My previous score went up six points the last time I took it in 2015. This time I expect an even bigger score increase especially where the games and logical reasoning sections are concerned. I started noticing patterns in the way the questions were asked on the lsat and learned how identify how to answer the question by focusing on what the question is asking in the logical reasoning section specifically. He also shows the best way to diagram the rules in the logic games and making inferences. That entails not wasting time diagraming unnecessarily and and certain rules you can hold in your head. That depends on the type of logical game your working on. I am more confident in crushing these sections after reading and practicing using the logical reasoning book and Logical reasoning playbook. I enjoyed the logical game playbook the most (never thought I would say that.) by the time I got to the second time practicing the game after reading the explanation I was crushing the games the second and third time around. It became fun especially when I could look at question after diagraming and doing inferences and knowing without a doubt which answer was right and why the others were wrong. I've been struggling with the logical games for quite some time and I can say I've conquered the fears and the doubts I once had. I'm very proud of myself! I took the lsat yesterday and kicked major butt! Practice over and over again. The lsat is a challenge but you will make it too!

I was in Nathan's LSAT class and benefited greatly from it…read more The material on the LSAT is boring as hell and Nathan does a great job of making the class fun with his humor. Nathan is constantly arguing with the speaker and using profanity (which is hilarious, btw) to keep the class alive. Actually, I think he's just being himself which makes the otherwise dry material very entertaining. Nathan scored a 179 on the LSAT so it seems he can do most of these in his sleep if he wanted to. In addition to covering the LSAT section he does a 30 minute Q&A before every class (530pm-6pm) where you can ask him anything related to law school. He is always honest about the pros and cons of pursuing a legal career which I appreciated. He also did a great job of bringing in guest speakers to answer questions you may have. Nathan is always available to his students. You can always email him and he'll get back to you. If you have a question about applying, want to send him your personal statement or got stuck on a question he's your man. I admire how available he makes himself. You can tell he wants to help people succeed on the LSAT and get into the best possible law school they can. One thing I particularly appreciated is he allowed me to pay on a payment plan. This helped ease some of the financial burden of a $500 a month class. His prices are very reasonable and worth every cent but his flexibility was very much appreciated. Nathan also offered proctored tests on the weekends so you get to mimic test conditions. I found those valuable. Unless you're an outstanding test taker my advice would be to take the class for 1-2 months. At that point you start to see the patterns in some of the logic games and get a feel for how to set them up and you may be able to recognize certain types of questions throughout the test. I 100% unequivocally recommend Fox Test prep. I researched a couple of places before choosing Nathan's class and preferred to support a local business and I can guarantee Nathan is funnier and more effective than any of the big test prep services out there. Thanks Fox Test prep!

Empowered Prep

(1 review)

These tutors are great! I signed up for a few sessions over a two week period and after I felt…read morereally confident about taking the SAT. My practice test scores rose by a couple hundred points, and I felt I had a much better grasp of the test itself. These guys know what they're doing, they're friendly, helpful, flexible, and I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for tutors. They were able to come to my house, which was really convenient, and they were always able to work around my schedule. I could not have had a better experience with them! A+

Blueprint LSAT Preparation

4.4

(174 reviews)

I'm extremely disappointed with Blueprint LSAT Prep. Their so-called Score Increase Guarantee is…read morenothing but a scam. They will find any tiny excuse not to honor it, even if you followed the program closely. When I requested my refund, they claimed I didn't follow one obscure direction buried in the fine print. They hide the real rules and expect students to magically know them. I invested my time, energy, and money believing in their guarantee, but they refused to refund me. The entire process feels deceptive and dishonest. Don't be fooled by the marketing they will take your money and make it nearly impossible to qualify for their guarantee.

Not a fan of this course. The platform keeps crashing. Such a waste of money for what they charge.read more

Allied Schools

3.5

(323 reviews)

Don't keep reading about other schools! This is the school YOU NEED!!!…read more I worked with Soledad Lam and let me tell you that was my best move! She was amazing to work with and helped me out tremendously every step of the way. I had no idea how to proceed and she guided me BEFORE and AFTER my purchase of the real estate course. She saved me a ton of time and prevented me from doing things the wrong way. You should call her @ 949-600-5041 and allow her to direct you in a professional manner. You won't regret it.

Over the years i tried ADHI and Realestate Trainer and never felt strong enough to take the test. A…read morefriend of my suggested Allied, I can tell you hands down Allied School is the best training course. Not only the staff is caring and they go overboard to help you, the structure of the courses only sets you for success. Gary their online live supplemental prep courses teacher is stellar to say the least. He is on point and everything he tells you as it is 100% useful for passing your test. I took his online prep courses for one month only and stiudied all he said point by point and I passed my test on the first try. He is the golden ticket Allied school in my opinion. Thank you Allied and specially thank you Gary for teaching with such passion, love and dedication.

WREB Success

(2 reviews)

I had a very limited amount of time to prepare for the WREB exam, as I was living in Canada…read more I would have never been able to pass this exam if Dr. Nasiry wasn't there to help. She was able to find me excellent and reliable patients and assistants as well as give me pointers on getting through the exam. She was even able to print excellent digital radiographic images to save time during the exam. I have been practicing dentistry for 15 years so it had been a long time since I had taken a board exam. She definitely came to the rescue for me and the fees were very reasonable. I only found one other company willing to do this service and it was ten times the cost and done over the course of several weekends. I would highly recommend WREB success to anyone taking this exam. You will have a very positive experience and feel confident about passing the exam. If you have any questions at all, Dr. Nasiry is there to the rescue!!!!!

I took the WREB in Portland (May 2017) and I passed every section. I am not one for writing lengthy…read morepraises but I had to write this here to help out all of you struggling to find patients to contact Dr. Azy Nasiry on wrebsuccess.com I was so happy to have found her on one of my many desperate searches on line to find patients who fit the criteria for this exam. All the other companies were not credible or would not send me patient's information or radiographs. They required thousands of dollars in advance without any guarantees. Dr. Azy Nasiry was very knowledgable and helpful as she has taken the WREB in California in the recent years and is familiar with all the details you need to know to pass the WREB. Within hours of contacting her, she emailed me radiographs of patients suitable for the operative and perio sections and let me choose which ones I wanted to treat. She set aside time for me to meet with the patients she had selected so I am not meeting them for the first time on my exam. Patients she had selected were young, nice and reliable to travel to my exam site. Her fees are a fraction of what other companies charge and she provides you with every thing you need to know from the CTP to your endo teeth and everything in between. She provides on line tutorials and videos to prepare you for the WREB. She is a licensed dentist herself who has been through the WREB recently and understood exactly what I was going through which was very heart warming. I found her insights extremely valuable and am so grateful she came to my rescue.

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