English Language Clinic

(13 reviews)

3.3 km

This is my daughter third year attending this Chinese school and she loves it! So far she is…read morelearning Cantonese, which is hard to find in the Bay Area. They will start to add in Mandarine at a later grade level. All the teachers so far have been great finding kid appropriate method to teach them Chinese, which is really hard for the elementary aged. The school also have so many fun activities to get the kids excited for the school.

Excellent Chinese school in the bay area…read more My son was attending school in Hong Kong in his early age, during the time, his teachers were mostly using Cantonese and English, and of course, his classmates were speaking Cantonese too. When we relocated to the bay area, we found a problem that he started NOT using Cantonese to talk to us and so does talking to his little brother. My wife and I think it's critical to keep his mother language, which is Cantonese, in both verbal communications and writing skills. We start looking for a good Chinese school, which is teaching Chinese using Cantonese and Traditional Chinese characters, for my sons to learn Chinese. And then realized finding such school is extremely difficult! Most Chinese schools are teaching mandarine and simplified Chinese characters; I don't against using it, but as a Hongkonger, we grew up using Cantonese and Traditional Chinese, we can better teach our kids using the same language, and we think Cantonese and Traditional Chinese are harder to learn, kids can always be able to learn the mandarine and simplified Chinese when they grown up, provided that they have a good foundation of Chinese culture and understanding of Chinese. as a result, we go to this school, west valley Chinese school. The class schedule is every Friday night, 2hr each, we can still have Sat to do something else, it's a good fit for us. The most important part is the teaching programme, which can continue his Chinese education without much difficulties on starting, which make everything easier for parents to send their kids to school. My son had been there for two years, we are really enjoying the learning environments, making friends who're speaking the same language with us, and a lot of activities that can enhance the ability of my son (and us) to use Chinese. I am really glad that the teachers there are very professional and teaching with heart; As an example, my son was having a read-a-loud competition, and the teacher were using her spare time to do extra training with him, for two months before the class; We are talking to the teacher almost everytime after class, learnt the difficulties of teaching kids the Chinese in the US, and got a lot of advice from the teacher on how can we do better, and also share the techniques to communicate with kids. Just like normal daytime school. I will send my 2nd kid to the school for sure. I hope my kids can be attending the school till grade-12, making friends there and having fun. So far from the two years school life, I would say it's promising ;).

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San Jose Learning Center

Women-owned & operated

Despite being Filipino, I never was taught Tagalog growing up. I recently was inspired to learn…read moreTagalog, and I was super pleased to learn there was a place nearby that teaches it! I wanted to better connect with the language associated with my heritage, so I decided to invest the time and money to learn Tagalog. I took the Level 1 hybrid course with Rhya in early summer 2026. Overall, it provided a great foundation for introductory grammar and vocab for Tagalog. By the end of the first course, you quickly become comfortable being able to ask simple questions (like where are you from? what's your name?), answering with affirmative/negation statements, and even being able to ask "how much/how many" with Tagalog numbers right off the bat. The class structure felt perfect, with the small class sizes. The course was very interactive, as we were constantly engaging and practicing the language throughout each course. And of course, it provided a safe space to make mistakes and grow with the language. If we made a mistake, Rhya would walk us through our mistake to help understand where it was and why the correct answer was provided. The class structure was also perfect for my work schedule. There were times I had to travel for work and miss a lecture. Because I was signed up for the hybrid course, I was provided class recordings after each session, allowing me to catch up and not feel left behind. The sessions are definitely catered to working adults, with all courses being offered in the evenings. Each session was 90 mins long each week for 7 weeks. I learned a lot from Level 1, and I'm excited to continue on to Level 2!

SJLC (San Jose Learning Center) has a great number of language classes - online, hybrid, or…read morein-class - and a variety of schedules, esp. for busy adults. The instructor that I had, Keiko is great. She is very patient and always willing to help. (The courses can be fast though depending the language and the books being used). The other people there are always very polite and helpful as well. The facility, while basic, is clean and conducive to learning. They seem to use a mix of media (e.g. slides, Quizlet, etc. which is good). FYI - it is near SJC - San Jose Int'l airport and the jets taking off can be somewhat loud at times.

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Rainbow Chinese School

4.4

(8 reviews)

3.3 km

RCS uses Homestead High in Cupertino on Saturday mornings. It seems the admin staff is…read morecurrent/prior parents who are non-paid. Thus, the tuition is super inexpensive, about $8/hour. Teachers all have taught over 10 years and are kind. Class size is small (10 or less). I wonder if the school is run on deficit or not. Parents seem to come by word of mouth. RCS is not well known in the community. Rather than paying a fortune for online Chinese lessons, we should broastcast to the Sunnyvale, Mountain View, Cupertino, Sanra Clara community to encourage parents to come to Homestead High on Saturdays to take a look.

My kid started at Rainbow in 4th grade during COVID and has continued now to in person…read moreinstructions. I like that there are options to choose to learn simplified or traditional characters. The level of difficulty is just right. They follow the Meizhou Huayu curriculum but the teachers also use other helpful supplements / activities to help the kids practice and expand their vocabulary. The assignments are age and developmentally appropriate and engaging. We have about 8 kids in our class and each kid gets a lot of opportunities to participate and get feedback. Environment at Homestead High is also nice. Overall a great experience for kids and parents.

Sunflower Learning Center

2.8

(11 reviews)

5.7 km

As a mom, I couldn't be happier with Sunflower's afterschool and summer camp program. Before…read moreenrolling my two kids, I toured seven or eight different afterschool programs, and Sunflower stood out the most. My kids absolutely love their teachers--they're young, kind, and engaging, which is a refreshing contrast to some of the older teaching staff at other schools. What really sets Sunflower apart is its balance between play and academics. They teach Mandarin well. My kids, who don't hear Mandarin at home, have picked it up remarkably just through their exposure at Sunflower. They now recite poems, and their Chinese books come with online supplemental learning and bring home flashcards every week to reinforce their learning. Beyond Mandarin, Sunflower also offers additional classes, including math, which is included in tuition. I also appreciate that they provide nutritous snacks--one of the only afterschool programs I've found that ensures kids are well-fed, which aligns with my parenting philosophy. The only minor drawback is that the outdoor play area isn't very large, but they make up for it with creative games in their fenced backyard. My kids love the classic childhood games they play there. We also enrolled them in Sunflower's summer camp, which includes a fun picnic day where the kids take a yellow school bus to the park for a party--it honestly makes me wish I could join in! The school also arranges pick up from Cupertino schools. Overall, we've had a wonderful experience, and I highly recommend it!

Both of my two kids have attended this after school center. My daughter enjoyed it and made a lot…read moreof friends there. But my son had some mixed feelings about it and did not enjoy it much. I have always appreciated the structure of teaching mandarin and the hard-working of the teachers. As parents, we trusted this after center to be a reliable place for after school care.

New Concept Academy

1.0

(2 reviews)

3.5 km

DO NOT GO TO THIS BAD SCHOOL!!!!!! This school is dirty, unsanitary. I got sick by eating their…read morecinnamon toast crunch. The enviornment has only 1 plant, and is extremely crowded and stinky. There are desks with nobody on it, taking up so much space. You get so many colds and influenzas here. Teachers come directly from China, with horrid English. Violent Teachers, too. They do not care about students' feelings in any way; the teachers are mean and shout at innocent kids, and don't even try to make them happy again. Teachers say they have good Chinese, but 5th grade uses 3RD GRADE CHINESE BOOKS!!!!!!!!! Math is so bad, teachers don't care e about ignorant kids. Once, a kid brought a pocket knife and hurt some kid in the leg, no one cares, even. Teachers mean. Online pictures are fake. Gr edu(谷雨) & Sunflower is better, don't take their scam.

Extremely crowed environment with almost no public space for kids to socialized or play. The class…read morerooms are arranged full with desks, teacher directly come from China. The school is proud of its China teaching which focus on aggressive academics agenda. They even use the same book used in China, although the promise not to teach communist propaganda. Picking up kid after school is very crowded and challenging, disability parking almost always parked at rush hour with no honor of code.

Wawon Japanese Language School

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5.2 km

We went to Wawon for a while before kindergarten, while our friends continue to go years later. The…read moreteachers are excellent and the class sizes are small and comfortable. Would recommend for Japanese immersion.

Omei Academy

4.5

(11 reviews)

2.0 km

Great afterschool with lots of outdoor space. Kungfu and taiji programs are the best in the area.read more

I register my daughter in after school program and summer school…read more Teachers are warm and they care about kids. The environment is like family once kids are accustomed to it. Summer school program is also enrich and interesting. I will keep sending my daughter here.

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One Stop Learning Center

4.7

(12 reviews)

2.8 km

One Stop Learning Center is definitely a hidden treasure in the Bay area. All the staff from the…read moredirector to the teachers are so low-key that not many parents know about this place. My friend and I toured the campus together and we both fell in love with the school right away. The courtyard is very beautiful and relaxing. I appreciate that the school offers a balanced curriculum and that kids get to learn and play in both the spacious indoor classrooms and beautifully-landscaped outdoor campus, all while being themselves. The teachers are loving and caring. My son has been going there for over six months now and he is always so happy and looking forward to spending his afternoon there.

One stop learning center is the best kept secret in Cupertino! They have an amazing playground for…read morekids with lots of extracurricular programs like Chinese (traditional too!), ping pong, math, 3D printing, etc. Their tuition rates are very fair. The owner is there the whole day to make sure all the kids are well taken care of. Highly recommended after school!

Ignite your child's curiosity this summer at One Stop Learning Center!

Outside of the classroom. View from the parking lot

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Mandarin Academy

4.8

(29 reviews)

5.3 km

Teachers really care for the kids. The curriculum is at a higher level than the public curriculum…read more Yet, the low student to teacher ratio means the teachers can see and help each child. Tuition is also less than other private schools. This is also a mandarin immersion school that teaches traditional bo po mo fo which we love. The parents do not need to speak the language at home and there are many families that do not speak Mandarin. Overall, great place for kids to learn and grow.

We are absolutely thrilled with our experience at Mandarin Academy, and we couldn't be happier with…read morethe progress our son has made since starting Kindergarten this year. One of the most remarkable aspects of Mandarin Academy is the speed at which our son has started speaking Chinese at home. We are a non-Chinese family. Within just three weeks of starting, he was already bringing his newfound language skills into our daily conversations. Another key factor that sets Mandarin Academy apart is its small class sizes. In these intimate settings, every student has the opportunity to actively engage and participate in the learning process. This focus on individual attention and participation is invaluable when it comes to mastering a new language, and we've seen firsthand how it has benefited our child's language development. We also got a spot offered by Cupertino Union School District (CUSD), but after experiencing what Mandarin Academy has to offer, we made the decision to withdraw and stay with Mandarin Academy. Main reason was the big class sizes at CUSD (20+ students) which makes it hard to learn a language. The higher standards, personalized approach, and dedication to language education at Mandarin Academy were simply unmatched, and we believe this is the best place for our child to flourish.

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Elite Home Tutoring

(84 reviews)

3.9 km

Certified professionals

Free consultations

Arthur is a great tutor He is knowledgeable, flexible…read more And caring . Very devoted Tutor . Highly recommended.

My granddaughters were having some math problems in school, grades 6th and 7th grade. We were set…read moreup with Ruby, and she is very knowledgeable, and the girls are learning more from her than their school. We have had other tutors from other companies, but they seem to favor Ruby and thinks she is the best!! Now school is much more pleasant as they feel more confident in their skills.

We provide tutoring at the elementary level as well.

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We tutor all subjects K-12.

First Steps Learning Home

(18 reviews)

2.7 km

My daughter loved her time at First Steps Learning Home, which truly became her second home and…read morefamily. Liz has done a great job of creating a warm, safe, and structured place for children to learn, play, and grow. My daughter started there at 16 months, and on her very first day felt so comfortable and welcomed, that as soon as she saw the inside of FSLH and felt its warmth, she walked right in and didn't even look back to say goodbye! Not to say there weren't some tough days, as it can be challenging for young kids to understand that parents have to work, but Liz and her staff are all so loving and nurturing, and keep the children so engaged with fun learning activities and play time, that the children, much like mine, quickly adapt. Fast forward through the infant/ toddler programs to her recent "graduation" from the FSLH preschool program at age 4, and my daughter knows her letters, numbers , and knows how to write her name-- she is so ready for TK! I should mention that Liz and her staff also provide instruction in Spanish, so my daughter was able to learn and practice two languages while there. Also provided are two delicious and healthy meals (breakfast and lunch) and an afternoon snack, which my daughter and her FSLH friends enjoyed, but was also such a huge help and relief for me, as a busy single working Mom, not to have to worry about preparing those meals. As a first time Mom, I also felt very fortunate to have the support of someone like Liz with years of experience as a Mom, educator, and a daycare provider...and so I feel I learned a lot from FSLH, as did my daughter. Most importantly, and the best part of First Steps Learning Home, is that the staff always made my daughter feel so loved and special, from the moment she walked through the door every morning at drop off, until it was time to say goodbye at pick-up. Thank you, Ms. Liz, Ms. Alejandra, Ms. Paola and all of the wonderful FSLH staff throughout the years that made my daughter's daycare/preschool experience such a success and one that we will always cherish.

My son and I were thrilled with our experience at First Steps Learning over the past 2.5 years…read more From day one, it was evident that this daycare was more than just a place to leave my child--it's a nurturing environment that felt like an extension of my own family. Miss Liz and Miss Alejandra have been exceptional in their care and attention. Their genuine affection for each child is apparent in everything they do. They create a warm, welcoming atmosphere where each child feels valued and loved. Their dedication to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment is truly commendable. The family-like feel of the daycare is something I particularly cherish. There's a palpable sense of community and connection among the staff, children, and parents. It's this environment that has made my son's time here so enriching and joyful. My son and I do not speak Spanish so I can't overlook the incredible benefit of my son becoming bilingual thanks to the immersive language experience at First Steps Learning. The language-rich environment provided by Miss Liz has played a crucial role in his language development, and I couldn't be happier with his progress. Overall, I couldn't have asked for a better daycare experience for my son. First Steps Learning has exceeded my expectations in every way, and I am grateful for the positive impact it has had on my sons growth and development. If you're looking for a place where your child will be cared for, cherished, and encouraged to learn and thrive, I highly recommend First Steps Learning. We miss you FSL!!!

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Miles Of Smiles

(8 reviews)

5.2 km

If I could give Angie more than 5 stars, I would give her 1,000 stars without hesitation. Five…read morestars simply aren't enough to reflect the love, care, and dedication she gives to every child. There truly is no place like this where children are loved, nurtured, and celebrated as if they were part of the family's own. Finding Angie was one of the greatest blessings for our family. My first daughter started in her childcare home when she was just 5 months old and has been with Angie for the past four years. When it came time to find care for my second child, we knew without hesitation that Angie was the only person we wanted to care for our baby. From the very beginning, Angie has provided a warm, safe, and loving environment that truly feels like a second home. She goes far beyond simply providing childcare--she creates a place where children are loved, encouraged, and given every opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. One of the things we appreciate is the bilingual environment she provides. My first daughter is now fluent in Spanish, which is an incredible gift she gained naturally through everyday conversations, play, and learning. Watching her become bilingual at such a young age has been amazing, and it's something our family will always be grateful for. Angie also prepares healthy, fresh, home-cooked meals every day, and you can tell how much thought and love goes into everything she does. She celebrates birthdays, milestones, holidays, and every accomplishment with the children as if they were her own. The love and pride she has for each child are evident in everything she does. As a parent, there is no greater peace of mind than knowing your children are safe, happy, and excited to go every day. Over the years, Angie truly has become part of our family. The only reason we're leaving is because our family is moving out of state. Saying goodbye to Angie is truly one of the hardest parts of our move. We will always be grateful for everything Angie has done for our family. If you're fortunate enough to have the opportunity to enroll your child with Angie, don't hesitate. Your child will be loved, nurtured, encouraged to learn, and treated like family every single day. We feel incredibly lucky that both of our children had the opportunity to grow up in her care, and we will cherish those memories forever.

Miles of Smiles is not just a daycare -- it's truly an extension of our family. From the very first…read moreday we dropped our son off at 6 months old, we knew we had found something incredibly special. Angie and her phenomenal team are the heart and soul of this warm, loving, and nurturing environment. Their genuine empathy, attention to detail, and unwavering commitment to the well-being of every single child is something you simply don't come across often -- especially in the fast-paced South Bay. Angie brings such calm, positive energy every day and treats each child like her own. The caregivers are not only attentive, but deeply tuned into each child's unique personality, needs, and milestones. Whether it's helping with early development, providing nutritious meals, or just making sure the kids are having a joyful, enriching day, they go above and beyond. We've watched our son grow, thrive, and build strong, trusting bonds at Miles of Smiles. It's a place where he feels safe, loved, and excited to go every single day. As parents, nothing gives us more peace of mind. The communication is excellent, the space is always spotless and inviting, and the activities are engaging and thoughtfully planned. Choosing a daycare is one of the most important decisions you'll make as a parent -- and we can say, without a doubt, that choosing Miles of Smiles was the best decision we made. We are endlessly grateful to Angie and her team for being such a positive force in our child's life. They are a true gift to the community! If you're lucky enough to get a spot here, take it -- you won't regret it.

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Marysol's Preschool and daycare

(4 reviews)

3.4 km

Tl;Dr - best day care in the area…read more We were fortunate enough to be able to get our daughter in there when she was only 6 month old and grow under the caring hands of Marysol and team for 3(!) straight years. I can't thank the team and the universe enough for this educating, caring and warm experience. As expats relocating to SV with kids and no family support it is a godsend to stumble upon an extended family as Marysol was and is for us. Marysol is investing so much in the kids, the atmosphere and the surrounding. The daycare is so well maintained and the level of everything is top notch. See picture of a standard birthday Marysol is throwing each kid every year. Similar gatherings are hosted for many other events throughout the year (TG, Halloween, Easter, mother/Father's Day and many more) connecting the families to become a micro community within. I can't recommend this place enough (and can't wait our next kid attends as she grows a little older). (Nowadays Marysol accepts 18month+).

My son goes to Marysol's preschool for four years now. We…read morefeel like we won the lottery! Marysol and her staff are loving, caring, creative and make us feel that our son gets all the attention he needs. The activities are diverse and original and develop his motor skills, creativity, academic skills, and emotional side. The food is fresh and healthy. Marisol has the biggest heart! You can see every day her big smile because she loves what she does. Our younger daughter will start this summer; we are so excited for her.

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Happy Days Child Development Center

4.3

(44 reviews)

3.3 km

Our family has been part of the Happy Days Cupertino community for over two years -- both of our…read morekids attend -- and it's been one of the best decisions we've made as parents. Here's what stands out: + THE TEACHERS: This is what makes Happy Days special. Our kids' teachers have known them since they were babies and toddlers. They know each child's personality, what lights them up, and what they need on a hard day. Every staff member greets our kids by name at pickup -- not just their classroom teachers, everyone. That kind of continuity doesn't exist at larger programs. Some teachers also speak Spanish with our son, which is meaningful to our multicultural family. Many of them have been at Happy Days for well over a decade, they are clearly doing a great job at retaining their staff. + THE FOOD: Meals are cooked fresh on-site daily -- hot soup, fresh fruits and vegetables, balanced meals our kids actually love. Our picky eater eats things here she refuses at home. The daily soup has quietly helped with fine motor skills (holding a spoon, scooping carefully) in a way that feels like lunch, not therapy. + SIBLING CONNECTION: Our kids are in different age groups but share the same playground with the infant care area separated by an open fence. The open layout lets children of different ages interact naturally, and watching our two spot each other across the yard is the best part of our day. Ms. Simran does a phenomenal job of capturing these sweet moments on camera! +INFANT CARE: We started our youngest at 8 months. The 1:4 teacher-to-infant ratio, daily written activity logs, and classroom cameras gave us real peace of mind. Watching our baby hit every milestone with teachers cheering them on made the hardest part of going back to work so much easier. It was so hard when my daughter and I got sick often in the first few months, but the teachers were incredibly helpful in navigating that season. + POTTY TRAINING SUPPORT: Our oldest started in the transition classroom before being potty trained. The teachers were patient, encouraging, and never made it stressful -- for our child or for us. The kids are still obsessed with Ms. Rosie to this day! + CULTURAL CELEBRATIONS: Happy Days embraces the diversity of its families through events and classroom activities. For a multicultural family like ours, this matters more than any test score. We love the Diwali, Easter, Lunar New Year, Earth Day, St Patrick's Day and other festivities so much! +MS. STEPHANIE: She knows every child and every family. Responsive, honest, and genuinely invested. You can tell this isn't just a business to her. She's been at the facility for over 25 years and is truly committed helping these kids thrive. We're now navigating the graduation out of Happy Days and the hardest part isn't academics -- it's the thought of leaving Happy Days. Our kids didn't just go to daycare here. They grew up here. If you're touring schools and feeling overwhelmed: go visit Happy Days. You'll feel the difference the moment you walk in.

We had a wonderful experience at Happy Days and highly, highly recommend it. We were part of the…read morecommunity from August 2021 to August 2025. Our youngest attended from six months old until smoothly transitioning to TK last month. We got to know every classroom and teacher, all of whom are professional, kind, experienced, and well-matched to the ages they care for. We really appreciate the attention to detail for kids' daily and developmental experience, and the level of coordination required to provide such a consistently high experience. Because we started daycare during COVID, we especially appreciated the cleanliness of the facility, having two doors/classroom, plenty of backup care options if a teacher was out, and the outdoor play spaces (including a covered play space so they can still run around when it's raining!) We love the sanity-saving healthy lunch/snack program, the flexible hours, the year-round holiday celebrations and fun themes, the consistent communication, and warm generosity of the staff - especially Ms. Stephanie, who worked with us on everything from bottle transitions and naps to talking back and art projects. I wish we'd known about Happy Days when my older child was in daycare. I highly recommend to any family - this place is so worth it, especially for dual-career couples who don't have endless work flexibility. Knowing our child was so well cared for at every age and stage took an immense pressure off of me every day. We look forward to visiting soon!

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Ayumi S.

8 years ago

I am glad I found Lily as my English tutor. In our last session, we were discussing the nuance of "I would like to meet you" vs. "I would like to meet with you," or something like "I shouted to her" vs. "I shouted at her." She is ready to answer any questions and help you understand the precise usage of words or phrases. Also, I really enjoy our pronunciation lessons. It is great to have a tutor listening and analyzing your habits. I am getting a lot of good advice to reduce my accent. I highly recommend her to every English learner. She will listen to your request on which area you would like to work on. read more

Abraham C.

10 years ago

I am almost 60 years old, currently enrolled as full time student. Since I have two children who are grown up now, I know how important it is to have right tutor to help out throughout the entire learning process. I accidentally knew Tutor Lily. I have been learning for few months already. Lily indeed is a really good tutor. Lily should be younger than my older son, but she is teaching the way far beyond her age. Lily is really mature, gifted in teaching. I recommend her to all people. Five stars for sure. You find her, you will post the way I do! read more

Puxia L.

9 years ago

Lily is great nice teacher!my two kids and I also have lessons with her. Our English improved so much. We also love studying it,because we met Lily,the best teacher ! read more

Kana ..

6 years ago

I really enjoyed her lessons! I learned a lot of things (ex. semi-formal email writing, veterinary phrases and expressions, etc.) . Thank you very much!! read more

Sunny L.

9 years ago

Lily is the best English teacher I've ever met, She knows what to teach me to learn. And I've got a lot of help from her for my life in America. read more

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Sharon is a wonderful teacher. She is kind and tolerant. I love her sophisticated comments and…read morefeedback. And what makes her special is her flexible program. If you really want to improve your English skill, then you should not miss the chance to study with her! Additional updated review: Sharon's career course was so powerful and critical that I could complete my resume, CV, elevator pitch, and R-A answer for an interview. And because of them, I was able to get my new job! I couldn't made it without her. I appreciate her for everything. Thanks Sharon!

Sharon is an excellent ESL (English as a second language) teacher. I take online English lessons…read morefor 60 minutes once a week. I wanted to improve my English grammar, pronunciation, writing, and conversation skills. In a few lessons, not only did I notice big improvement, but my colleagues did too. Her approach is to work on quick fixes and to give immediate feedback so I can incorporate that learning immediately in my daily life. In addition to helping with daily conversation, she has expertise in resume/LinkedIn profile review and job interview preparation. With the help of her sessions, I landed a wonderful job opportunity.

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(7 reviews)

My daughter was extremely apprehensive about tutoring so when I mentioned this in our initial…read moremeeting, Louise assured me that she would be in good hands. She made an assessment of my daughter and based on her personality, matched her with Natalie. Natalie is one of the most outgoing people you will ever meet! She takes extra care working with my daughter, who has an extremely limited attention span. She makes herself available throughout the week via email, phone or text at no extra charge. She always puts in extra time for us and is extremely flexible with scheduling. In all, I am so glad I found this place. All of the tutors are friendly and they treat you like family! We tried a couple of other places before coming here and each one felt like a business. This place feels like home! They have good Wi-Fi via Xfinity and I can get work done while I wait. I highly recommend Lumen for their expertise and care.

TL;DR - highly recommended: individualized attention, caring and knowledgeable, great results…read more Louise and her team were a Godsent. My son was struggling with his school work in 8th grade: he was disorganized and confused, and had such a backload of assignments he didn't know where (or how) to start. I tried for months to get him on track myself, helping him with his homework, preparing for quizzes and tests. Nothing seemed to work. In a moment of desperation I asked around for recommendations and a number of neighbors suggested Lumen Learning Center. I talked to Louise and she put my mind at ease. She worked with both my son and his school, and came up with a plan of action. With infinite patience she (and Melissa and Gabe) guided and taught him, and slowly things began to turn around. After months of hard work my son finally graduated from Middle School, thanks to Lumen Learning Center. Louise took a boy who was unmotivated and full of self-doubt, and prepared him for academic life in High School. I cannot recommend their services enough.

Ms. Huang's Mandarin tutoring

(28 reviews)

I am a high school student who is taking Mandarin classes every year in my school, and Ms. Huang…read morehas been an essential tutor for my learning this semester. In our sessions, she customizes the lesson plan to suit my personal goals, practices active speaking drills, corrects my tones constructively, and uses visual associations to memorize characters with their English counterparts. Her teaching styles made it so that my test scores went from B's and C's to constant A's. I ended off the semester with a comfortable A, all thanks to her help. I remember when I was so stressed about taking the final semester exam this year, especially since I failed my last one. Fortunately, Ms. Huang was there to lead me through with custom made questions and advice with common grammar mistakes. Because of her help, I passed with flying colors.

Not ready to give up my wife's dream of having our daughter learn to speak Chinese in an…read moreEnglish-speaking household, we found Ms. Huang through Yelp reviews, and it didn't take long at all after our non-Chinese speaking daughter started working with Ms. Huang that we can see clearly that our daughter will be able to learn to speak, read and write Chinese with Ms. Huang's tutoring. Ms. Huang is not only a very experienced Chinese teacher, but she also possess the talent and patience to work with kids of all different ages and abilities. She is able to somehow make my daughter's Chinese class fun and interesting, so my daughter enjoys going to her Chinese class every time! I can honestly say Ms. Huang has become a very important member of my kids' village of trusted adults, and we consider ourselves so fortunate to have found Ms. Huang to teach my children.

Language Connection CA

4.6

(7 reviews)

Language Connection makes learning a second language interesting and fun. It's not a typical…read moreprogram as there is not a class or lesson with definite start or stop date (like a class at the university). You can 'roll into' an ongoing group lesson or take individual lessons. The instructions are pretty reasonably priced and they offer you a lot of different language options. I took private French lessons prior to traveling to France and found the instruction very useful for my trip. I would gladly take lessons in the future when traveling abroad ( I think they teach Spanish, German, Chinese, etc). I also enjoyed that the speakers where 'native' speakers and gave useful information about the culture in addition to the lessons. Overall, I would recommend that you check them out.

I highly recommend the Language Connection and Sophie Fritz, if you would like a fun environment,…read morewhere you learn French from a native speaker. I have had several teachers and have enjoyed previous French lessons, but I must say that Sophie makes the class especially enjoyable and one learns a lot. The classes contain a variety of subjects and methods of teaching. This keeps them quite interesting! There is a mixture of conversation, vocabulary, grammar, listening to French movies and written exercises. She explains things well and never makes you feel stupid! Sophie tailors her class for working people, as well as folks with more time to study. I don't hesitate to recommend her classes, for those wanting to learn to speak French.

Merry Merry Learning Center

(9 reviews)

Merry Merry Learning Center provides an excellent programs for kids. Its engaging curriculum,…read morepassionate staffs and supportive learning environment make it an excellent choice for parents seeking a quality educational experience for their children.

All the teachers were super supportive and caring towards my student. She is taking Chinese and…read moreEnglish here and she has learned so much through these courses. Recently, she took a SSAT course and did amazing on the test. Highly recommend Ms. Yumi and Mr. Max.

Trio School

4.8

(47 reviews)

My daughter is learning piano and we think it's working great for us…read more Larysa is deeply passionate about music and cares that the student learns the piano the "right" way, paying attention to little things such as the right fingers, right pressure, right tempo, etc. She teaches so that her students can one day play the piano like a pro, not just for a hobby. Our daughter learnt more within 2 months with Larysa than 2 years with a previous teacher. She also had to unlearn some bad habits picked up from other teachers. Larysa is firm with students, and even more so with parents. Both need to follow rules. When in a lesson, eyes should be on the sheet music, fingers on the keyboard, and ears listening to her. Whereas it can take time to adjust to her communication style for both student and parents, know that underneath she is deeply caring for music and her student, and for those two alone. I highly recommend Larysa to anyone who is willing to focus on the learning aspect (and leave their ego behind). Ultimately, it is not about choosing a great teacher, it is about choosing the right teacher for a student's individual needs.

Ms. Larysa is an awesome teacher. My son has been with her for two years and has learned a lot -…read morefrom basic notes to complicated pieces. Early on, Ms. Larysa also taught me which enabled me to teach my son. That was very nice of her. She is also very accommodating and flexible, but also demands discipline and practice which is good for my son. She made the transition from physical school to online school seamless and it was one of the main activities for my son during lockdown. When my daughter turns 3 next year, I will start her music lessons with Ms. Larysa. I highly recommend Ms. Larysa.

Spanish Tutors

4.6

(9 reviews)

My son was struggling to learn Spanish subjunctives and I thought a Spanish tutor might help. Ms…read more Luz came highly rated and after having her tutor my son, she did not disappoint. She was not only able to help my son learn subjunctives, but helped him in every aspect of Spanish. When all was said and done, my son gained a lot of confidence in his Spanish and even earned an "A" at the end of the semester. Highly recommend!

Mrs Luz is a fantastic Spanish teacher. My son has been getting lessons from her for several years…read more(he is in his 4th year of learning Spanish with her). She has helped my son develop in Spanish very nicely. In school he has got A's throughout in Spanish - thanks to help from Luz. My son is definitely planning to continue with Mrs Luz throughout high school (through AP Spanish). Mrs Luz knows the Spanish Curriculum in the local Middle and High schools very well. She uses the same textbooks that the schools use to teach. So she can really help kids with school work, and prepare them well for exams etc. Very highly recommended !

English By The Hour Speech Coaching

(12 reviews)

I took 20 sessions with Rebecca. She encouraged questions while she covered concepts and…read morepainstakingly pointed out the areas that require pronunciation, tone improvement. I enjoyed it even after long workdays. Interestingly though, I feel I benefited in areas that were totally unplanned for me (which resulted in some mental clarity, lesser people pleasing, conflict resolution, drawing boundaries); more than the reasons I reached out to her for (accent reduction, pronunciation, executive presence). It was a pleasant surprise that she was able to offer effective solutions to everyday situations I found challenging to respond to. She is more than a accent coach and I'm so grateful for that experience.

I came across Rebecca's YT channel one day and was instantly hooked. Her take on the issues that…read moreMandarin speakers have when it comes to English is spot on. I was delighted to find out she is in the same city as me and I signed up on her one-on-one class for 15 sessions. On the first class we worked on breathing techniques, postures and how to project voice. We took a before vs after video and it was literally night and day difference. My voice was much stronger and I sounded more confident. Over the next several sessions we worked on vowels, consonants, diphthongs. She would listen to my pronunciation carefully and provide me feedback. We'd drill those tricky sounds over and over until I got it right. The last few sessions we worked on more advanced topics such as reductions, different T pronunciations, stress and intonation. Finally I recorded a video, putting everything I learned together and review with Rebecca. I got valuable feedback and ideas that I can use to refine and improve my pitch. Rebecca's strength lies in she can identify students weaknesses pretty quickly and provides target exercise and suggestions for students to work on. I highly recommend her if you want to take your English communications and accent reduction to the next level.

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