Groza Learning Center

Great course taught by a great teacher! John really show you how to handle MCAT problems in a…read more"mellow" way. I was always amazed at how he would pick apart problems with very little content. the first part of the course covers material; the second part covers practice and strategy. Perfect for me since liked going to lecture and learning directly from them. He doesn't use books so you need to go to class. CARS was one of my favorite parts of the class. He really showed me how to read and break down passages. It really changed the way I looked at the test. In the end I did fine of the MCAT- 516 and I owe a lot of that to Swartwood + hard work!!

This is the biggest scam and people need to be aware, always late and always, always forgetting his…read morecomputer at home making the entire class wait and then running until 1 AM because he he always late, never gave me my one hour privet studying session. The class it self was confusing and unorganized, please ask me questions, I be happy to reply. Find another prep class this guy is just money hungry lazy individual who has no regard for his students

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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

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The Princeton Review Westwood UCLA

4.2

(11 reviews)

I just started celebrating because I got the score I needed for graduate school while writing this…read morereview...already intoxicated but will try to make it readable... Absolutely AMAZING! I have spent so much money on GRE prep services (thousands) but this is by far the best thing that actually made a HUGE impact on my GRE score overall. I cannot say enough about Charles and his ability to teach the material. He is both passionate and constantly full of energy... that's probably an understatement. Although he sometimes goes quickly through the material, he will ALWAYS stop if you have questions on how to go about answering the questions. In addition, he is always adamant about getting the students to text him, calling, emailing, carrier pigeon-ing, with questions that pertain to the material if you are having trouble. The tricks and strategy on ways he taught me on how to approach each question on the GRE test allowed me to answer most of the questions that I struggled with. He is one of the greatest factors that allowed me to put this burden that has plagued my progression in life down like a dirty dog... so dirty... In addition, the online modules that accompany the Princeton Review is exceptional! Not only are both the presenters attractive (not bisexual) but they go over in detail on how to approach each question step-by-step which allowed me to answer most of the questions that came up on the GRE. I can't speak for those who had bad experience from the MCAT or any other test but, regarding the GRE, Princeton Review is what allowed me to get through this test (with the addition of memorizing an a@@ load of flashcards) and able to finally apply to the graduate schools that will allow me to finally be able to call myself doctor!!!

I wanted to give PR a higher rating but this was the best my son & I could agree on…read more Some background...I consider my son bright with a strong work ethic. Prior to taking the SATs his only standardized test experience was the PSAT & without studying scored 1360. I had big hopes for him doing great in his SATs so we went the a PR private tutor ($3200, not an insignificant amount for us) as insurance. I was a bit surprised when he took PRs initial test assessment (1220) but not overly concerned. I figured with private tutoring he'd vastly improve because he had never seen a single SAT question/test. The PR Westwood private tutor dept manager...very professional & always responded quickly & thoroughly. Five stars The PR private tutor...very professional. The studying/homework requirements struck me as a bit lax, I would have expected a heavier workload. I also would have liked a bit more communication especially if there was any inkling that results would underwhelm. Four stars Results...my son took the SAT twice & both times was mid 1300s which was disappointing. To the Westwood office credit, I think they too were disappointed with the first result & offered six additional hours of free tutoring to prep for a 2nd attempt. But the results were near identical, no material improvement. Why two stars? The response from the Student Guarantees office. I thought there was a +150 pt refund guarantee for the tutoring services (so did the Westwood office) but the Student Guarantee office rejected my request. According to them, they take a baseline (1220 for my son) then "We'll then compare your starting score to the score you received on the official test." Fair enough, they don't state what that means. According to the Student Guarantees manager when I asked if PR would be satisfied with their services if my sons score went from 1220 to 1230 under the $3200 private tutoring program, he replied "Yes that is correct, any score increase satisfies the term of the money back guarantee, for the Standard tutoring package." Wow, how many parents would fork over $3200 knowing that? I'm not trying to be trivial but I would have expected a more empathetic & reassuring response from a company that touts their focus on customer results & satisfaction.

Tutor Me LA

4.8

(141 reviews)

1.8 mi

Don't believe all of the 5 stars! They say they know all the admissions directors at the top…read moreschools and will recommend your child...but if you write a negative review your child will be blacklisted. Another person just wrote me privately to say: "I saw your review for TutorMeLA. I pretty much had the same exact experience, and I was wondering what happened after you had posted your review? Did they reach out again, did they threaten you? I was just wondering if there is any way that we can take this complaint to another place because it's truly not right what these guys are doing. The threats are scary and I honestly believe they should be stopped."

Finding a tutor in Los Angeles was much more complicated than I expected. As someone who values…read moreeducation I did not want to hit a tutor for someone in my family without doing my best to ensure they were the perfect tutor for the job. I searched high and low (including online tutoring sites that let you choose your tutor) the outcome was fruitless. Tutors who swore to have years of experience either were not as familiar with the material as they claimed or could not eloquently TEACH it. Also, the companies that charged ridiculous amounts like $150/hr did not show much for it. I know this because when trying Tutor Me LA, I also hired another tutor from a high-end tutoring company and Tutor Me LA's tutor was not only cheaper but MUCH MORE proficient. We needed a few tutors - A gmat tutor, LSAT tutor, and a Math tutor. EVERY SINGLE tutor Tutor Me LA sent over was great. Their Guarantee took any hesitancy we had about scheduling a session and now I see why. This place offers outstanding service and their tutors are just fantastic. Do your research. Make sure you find a tutor that can commit. Call this place first :)

Frustrated? Look no further! At Tutor Me LA we specialize in offering the highest quality private tutors in Los Angeles and more!

A good Science tutor in Los Angeles is hard to come by -when it comes to Science tutoring in LA we have you covered!

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The Berkeley Review

3.6

(17 reviews)

Best MCAT course in Westwood for nearly thirty years. Absolutely untouchable in terms of teacher…read morequality and caring about their students. It's a dying industry, and they refused to go online until COVID said otherwise. But they became a COVID casualty. OUT OF BUSINESS. OUT OF BUSINESS. OUT OF BUSINESS. OUT OF BUSINESS.

The Berkeley Review is an AMAZING MCAT test prep class and I would take it again in a heartbeat…read more(but I do not think I will need to after this class)! First off, some background on myself: I went to a top-tier university, but without a strong foundation in science, I did poorly in my premed prerequisites. I especially struggled in chemistry and biology. This course really gave me the confidence that I needed to take my MCAT and feel like I can actually get into medical school. I am the type of person that needs structure in my study schedule and this was the perfect way to keep myself on top of studying. Todd is a GREAT teacher and made learning about physics and chemistry so much easier than it was in my undergraduate classes. Cecile also taught organic chemistry topics in ways that made so much more sense. Other great teachers included Tarek (who focused on biochemistry) and Alex (who taught CARS lectures). What makes The Berekely Review (TBR) so much more than just an MCAT prep course, is the fact that the teachers are more than willing to talk about their experiences applying to medical school and what they did or what they would not do. Todd is also very knowledgeable in medical school apps and gave amazing advice. TBR felt like family - I met two other students and bonded with them immediately. This helps tremendously when you are struggling through hard concepts and practice exams. Lastly, I was very impressed by TBR's genuine care for its students - always emphasizing that they can spend extra time teaching concepts that we felt needed more review. Todd always welcomed feedback on class structure and showed how much TBR aims to make this a better class for everyone. Thank you, Todd, Cecile, and all Berkeley Review teachers for helping me with my MCAT prep. I know that I would not be getting the scores on my practice tests that I am currently getting without your help! Do not hesitate to sign up for this great course - you will not regret it!!!

Global Educational Placement Services

3.0

(34 reviews)

2.0 mi

I had an excellent experience taking my CSET subject exams here. But I am a dog lover, so there's…read morethat. The people who run the testing center are exceptionally nice and flexible. I was able to take bathroom breaks between sessions, and it was one of the most relaxed test settings (while still adhering to all rules). The two dogs (Zeus and Zoe) are therapy dogs, incredibly mellow and gentle, as many of the people who use the center have special needs -- from what I understand the center helps place them with training and jobs. They started that aspect of the business because of their son, who is developmentally disabled (the dogs are his). Downside: parking is awful and public transit is nonexistent from my neighborhood, so I had to Lyft.

I came in to take my CBEST exam, and the staff were very friendly & supportive. Plus, they have two…read moredelightful dogs in the office, both of whom were sweet and calming. This place is a comfortable, relaxed testing environment with easy, convenient parking on site. The parking does cost $24, though, so be ready for that. I appreciated the warm, friendly reception & easy-to-find location.

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Manhattan Prep

(2 reviews)

1.9 mi

I am officially enrolled in the MBA program of my dreams at Yale and I can't tell you how critical…read moreit was for me to work with Chris Peckover at Manhattan Prep. 1 year ago, I decided to study for the GMAT on my own. I was very dedicated and studied EVERY day for a total of 125+ hours over the course of a few months. I practiced problems from the Official Guide. I completed the Verbal and Quant GMAT study guides front to back...twice. Then, I took the test. I scored nowhere near where I needed to be. I was completely devastated. I only had 1.5 months to get my quant score up and I was a severely sleep deprived new mom. Did I mention I was only interested in applying to one MBA program? No pressure, right? I decided to work with a private tutor and went with the best of the best: Chris at Manhattan GMAT. He worked around my schedule and within one session, he knew my study style and targeted my weaknesses. But most importantly, he was able to deliver custom-tailored strategies in a fun and memorable way. He created a proprietary system to zero in on my problem areas to help me improve your score in the most efficient manner. Long story short, I dramatically improved my score quickly and was accepted by my first and only choice school! I couldn't have done it alone and am forever grateful to Chris. The GMAT is not an IQ test. It's all about strategy so work with someone who knows them inside and out. Go with Chris!

I teach for Manhattan Prep, so I'm more than a little biased, but having taught for plenty of other…read moretest prep and tutoring companies, some good, some not so much, I can tell you that Manhattan Prep is far and away the best GRE prep company in the business. Why? 1) Every instructor has a 99th percentile score and 2 or more years of teaching experience before they start at Manhattan Prep. Not only will your instructor have a perfect (or near-perfect) score, but all of his or her colleagues have perfect scores. They're 2) The company invests over $5,000 training every teacher before they're allowed to teach in the classroom. I earned maybe 500 bucks training for my first test prep gig at one of the big companies. 3) They pay their teachers enough so they actually care about their students. I can pay my rent teaching 3 hours a week for this company, so I make sure that my students are happy. Come check us out (again, I'm a teacher, so I'm biased)! http://www.manhattanprep.com/gre/index.cfm

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English Language Center - Los Angeles

2.6

(8 reviews)

2.0 mi

School is very bad, not worth the money they ask for. The staff is very not nice and does not…read morerespect the students . I would not recommend you to get there !!!! Really, really bad and bed service!

This is the best school ever! It's my third time at ELC. I was studying at another one which was…read morecompletely terrible. ELC staff is always polite,friendly and helpful. They absolutely will take care of students. The teachers are wonderful and amazing.moreover all of them are going to improve students' English really fast. Also it's a great location. I will definitely study there again!

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LA Tutors 123

(121 reviews)

3.7 mi

Locally owned & operated

Certified professionals

LA Tutors did everything we needed to get our son prepared for the ISEE. Communication was great…read moreand test scores went up. What more do you need??!! Would definitely use them again!

LA Tutors 123 prepped my daughter for the ISEE with less than 6 weeks before her test date. Her…read moretutor, Theo, was really smart, knowledgeable about the ISEE, patient and encouraging. My daughter raised her score by 3 stanines on one of the sections and received acceptances from the schools that were her top two choices. She is excited to be attending what is widely considered to be the number 1 school in LA next school year. Thank you Theo and Arash!!

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Kawai Kids

4.9

(28 reviews)

19.9 mi

There aren't enough ways or words to express how thankful I am for Kawai Kids. My son just started…read morethis August and I was so nervous about the new transition. His first day came and all my worries went away immediately. The way my son walked right in and was welcomed with such warm smiles and hugs made my mama heart explode with happiness. I knew he was going to be okay. Knowing that my son is in great hands with such caring staff is exactly what puts my mind at ease. I appreciate all the ways that they encourage my very picky eater to at least try new foods and celebrate all his wins! Forever thankful to Kawai Kids!

Our older son previously attended this daycare, and as soon as we found out I was pregnant, we knew…read morewithout hesitation that we wanted to come back, so we immediately put ourselves on the waitlist. Leaving our 18 months old was incredibly nerve-wracking, However, from the very beginning, Kawaii Kids went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable and supported. The staff is exceptionally caring, patient, and attentive, and it was clear how much they genuinely love and care for the children. They took the time to communicate with us, answer our questions, and reassure us every step of the way. We highly recommend them to any parent looking for a trustworthy, loving, and high-quality daycare.

Learning through art and play.

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Activity calendar. Lots of fun activities!

Honeybee Bilingual Children's Center

(21 reviews)

13.6 mi

Women-owned & operated

Locally owned & operated

We are so grateful for our time at Honeybee Bilingual daycare - this was our daughter's first…read moredaycare experience, and Ms. Sandy helped make the transition so smooth! She and the other teachers gave us so much confidence in the care and safety provided each day we dropped our baby off. Our daughter loved the thoughtfully curated story time, the bilingual curriculum, the outside play, and the love from each and every teacher she interacted with. It was so wonderful to receive updates on her day and many pictures/videos of her activities through their app. We would recommend Honeybee to anyone in a heartbeat!

My son has been going here since he was 2 and will be graduating this year, heading off to kinder…read more My daughter started here at 5 months old which was really hard for me but I had to go back to work. She has been there for over a year now. The staff are all wonderful and I know they really care for my children, which makes it a lot easier to leave them in their care. My children love going, have learned so much and are always happy to be there. They offer lots of great activities and also do thoughtful things for the parents as well. I also think the price is pretty good for the amazing service.

Bumblebees Classroom

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Montessori Academy Of West Adams

4.8

(28 reviews)

8.2 mi

Our family has had such a wonderful experience at Montessori Academy of West Adams over the past…read moretwo years. From the very beginning, we were drawn to their individualized academic approach, which truly allows each child to grow at their own pace while building confidence and a genuine love of learning. It has been incredible to watch our daughter thrive in an environment that recognizes her unique strengths and encourages her curiosity every single day. The teachers are absolutely amazing--warm, attentive, and deeply committed to making every child feel supported and valued. We especially appreciate all the extra thought and creativity that goes into making her early school years so memorable, from engaging activities to special events that bring so much joy to my daughter. Thanks to this wonderful community, our daughter's first experiences with school has been nothing short of extraordinary, and we are so grateful to be part of it.

We cannot say enough about how special MAWA is. Choosing a preschool is such an important decision,…read moreand we feel endlessly grateful that MAWA became the foundation of our daughter's early childhood. The directors, administrative team, and teachers are truly exceptional. They bring so much intention, warmth, and care to everything they do. It is clear that they see and value each child as an individual, and they create an environment where children feel safe, confident, and inspired to explore the world around them. Our daughter has grown into such a thoughtful, curious, creative, and kind little person, and MAWA played an enormous role in that. She learned not just academic fundamentals, but how to be a good friend, how to express herself, how to ask questions, and how to move through the world with confidence and empathy. There is something truly magical about this school. It is a community in the fullest sense of the word, and the impact extends far beyond the classroom. We will always be grateful to MAWA for helping shape who our daughter is becoming. It is an extraordinary place, and any family would be lucky to be part of it.

Hands on Lesson

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Aqua Fit

(26 reviews)

6.0 mi

I took 1 on 1 adult lessons with Allyson to work on improving my swimming skills and I can…read moreconfidently recommend. A lot of great tips and tools provided to help isolate and work on specific mechanics. I started out knowing how to swim generally, but worked on getting more confident in the water and now have a fresh round of feedback to better coach myself during practice sessions. Pro tip: there is a waiting list. I spent a few months on this list so plan in advance. Thank you Allyson

Allyson is the best. I am training for my first triathlon and knew my swimming needed help. I…read morebooked beginner triathlon lessons with her and felt so much stronger even after just my first lesson! She gave me swimming tips that made sense and were easy to understand and follow. Allyson is easy going, attentive, and approachable. She's patient, kind, and was extremely flexible with scheduling lessons. The ocean swim lesson was very helpful and she gave great tips for entering/exiting during the race. Bottom line she is a great swim coach. Highly recommend. Thanks so much Allyson!