Merry Merry Learning Center

(6 reviews)

0.2 mi

Doctor Lai has offered great service for iq assessment. She explained the process in details and…read moreaddresses concerns directly. She try to warm up the kid before getting into the assessment. She also responds promptly in communication. I'd recommend her for others to consider

We worked with Frances for our son's IQ testing. Frances made our son feel at ease right from the…read morestart, providing toys for him to play with as she patiently explained to us the testing process. After the test was done, our son seemed to have had a great time. He even asked to go back for more! Frances also made time to review the results of the test with us, providing detailed explanations and advice on how to further foster our son's intellectual development. She has also been very responsive over email. Overall, we had a wonderful experience working with Frances. It is clear that she is highly experienced and we could not recommend her more!

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Omei Academy

4.5

(11 reviews)

0.1 mi

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.

At the 2023 Wushu Team Trials

Piano Performance Exam

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Light Of Knowledge Academy

3.0

(2 reviews)

My son went to this after-school program from when he was 6 till he finished elementary school. He…read moreattened the after-school program during school year and summer programs as well, since both my wife and myself work full-time. Teachers are always tentative on all kids' needs and work hard to make sure kids are taken care of. Summer programs are both educational and fun, meaning half day of math, reading, and Chinese, and half-a-day of activities or out to the nearby park. I really like this place and would recommend to anyone who is looking for a good after school program for their kids.

Their website graphic misspells "Knowledge" so I am not too sure about their English teaching…read moreskills...

Maestro Stars Academy

(1 review)

Certified professionals

Locally owned & operated

My son is in 3rd grade and has been to Maestro for a month. He's been to different after school…read moreprograms before. The others have been less like an educational program and more like baby-sitting. He did learn there .. but not a lot. Maestro actually has a curriculum! My son is learning Math and English here, and they are considering his level of Math while offering him exercises to do. They also have fun activities and go to the close by park twice a week. The staff are super friendly as well - Steph, Lin, Liz, Sneha. If you're looking for a good after school program, make sure to check out Maestro.

From the owner: Maestro Stars Academy aims to inspire and empower young minds through multidisciplinary, creative…read moreprograms that nurture curiosity, foster innovation, and cultivate a lifelong love for learning. We envision a vibrant community where students explore diverse fields, from music and the arts to sciences and math, developing essential skills and discovering their unique passions in a supportive environment.

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Kwan Academy

4.2

(15 reviews)

Alice my teacher is friendly and helpful I like the work sheets, reading books…read more, music class. thanks for everything!

Ms. Alice and the team at Kwan Academy have been a lifesaver during COVID. They have really helped…read moreour daughter successfully navigate distance learning during this challenging time and given the rest of us some much needed sanity.

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Insight Education

Consultations available

Hi Ajit, Any chance I can get my $200 back for an initial consultation that was absolute nonsense?…read moreI have kindly asked for my money back multiple times. I want you to known that telling my kid who is STEM focused taking 10+ APs to consider taking a ceramics course doesn't cut it for a $200 initial consultation. JUST GIVE ME MY MONEY BACK. Just letting you know that your responses on your reviews of people who complain about your service is underwhelming. Improve your service and you will do much better. Ajit, I will continue to complain about the service I received to every Indian parent that I know in the Bay Area. If you think otherwise, you don't know me well... Based on your "Stanford MBA" education, you may certainly know that word travels fast in the Bay Area. A simple suggestion to all who read this (including you Ajit) - Do NOT pay $200 for an initial consultation. Simply request a free initial consultation so that you are aware of the all of the program details, the costs, and the proficiency level of the counselor. If they can't give you a free consultation, move on and find another program. Believe me, there are plenty of programs that give you all the information that you need without paying fees to find out. They should be selling you on the program and not the other way around. 8/18/25 - Ajit, I read your response. Your answer is false. My wife, my son, and I all attended the meeting with your "counselor." It was you who was missing in that meeting. So don't make up stuff. The fact remains that I have not received my $200 back....

We've had a great experience with Insight, Purvi is phenomenal. The college process can be…read moreoverwhelming, and a lot of it comes down to picking the right list of schools to apply to early and during regular decision. Insight has a lot of experience on this front, and also a lot of "insight" into what colleges look for. In short, Purvi has been able to guide us through the nuances of the application process. Additionally, she gave us some great advice around summer programs - we would have never found the ones that she suggested. We also had a great tutor for ACT from Insight, who was able to give my daughter some great tips. She ultimately got into her top-choice school. We are very happy with Insight, and have recommended them to many friends!

Jenny Bloom leading a student workshop

Jenny Bloom, Senior College Admissions Counselor meeting with clients for a college planning session

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Insight Head of College Admissions Purvi Mody getting interviewed about test-optional policies in universitites

Elite Home Tutoring

4.9

(84 reviews)

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.

Art of Problem Solving Academy Santa Clara

3.9

(9 reviews)

3.3 mi

My child's Aops math class, scheduled for this Sunday, August 31st, was canceled due to Labor Day…read more First, Labor Day is on September 1st. Why was the August 31st class canceled? Second, the institution only sent out one email notification and no other forms of communication. As a result, my elementary school-aged child was dropped off by their transportation service and left alone outside the classroom for an hour and a half, as they had forgotten to bring a watch or any other communication device to contact us. I hope that in similar situations, the institution will not only use email but also provide a second notification the day before the cancellation via text, voicemail, or a call. This would prevent similar incidents from happening again.

best ever! I learned so much from this and it is awesome! It helped me get high scores for my tests.read more

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Cupertino Toastmasters

4.0

(1 review)

1.1 mi

I did try out several local toastmasters, they are all great if you want to polish your public…read morespeaking skills. But, in this club I found a rare equal combination of experienced and new comers! If you are new to public speaking, this is a great place to start imo.

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The Coder School

4.1

(17 reviews)

0.8 mi

I registered my both kids to summer camp here. Their friends recommended to do the camp together…read morethough we usually go to other coding school. At first, my kids were really excited and came home talked about what they learned and created. It seemed like they had fun. Then problem started as my child told me that her file was deleted couple times and she couldn't find it. I told her to ask the instructor since they supposedly are good at computer. She told me that she couldn't log on because she forgot her password. Apparently this issue has been going on during the week long summer camp. I was not aware until Thursday evening from my child. Then I asked her what was she doing if she couldn't log on and no one could help her. She said she just sat there and listened. 1) we don't learn by sitting, we learn from doing and following step by step (so she wasted her learning time and my money) 2) no instructor aware that she was sitting there and not doing anything? Didn't raise their attention? 3) she claimed she forgot her password and instructor couldn't help her. Coder instructor should be able to trace back her password or reset password for her, correct??? 4) I emailed my concerns and I got back the response from manager that my child was joking with instructor. Yes, if she wasn't engaged and couldn't log on, I know my child would be bored and fooling around. Any child would. All the kids were laughing and having fun in class. I don't see any problem with my child enjoying the class and laughing. 5) couple kids said they had WiFi issues during class. Why would it be WiFi issues when this is a coding school. 6) when I emailed to the manager, his response was trying to point finger at my child that she was joking with the instructor instead of solving the issue and take responsibility about his instructors in class. No customer service. For sure, I won't recommend anyone to this place. Very disorganized and no customer service.

My children attended a summer camp at the coder school. This what I experienced:…read more Pros: the kids had fun there. When we entered or whenever we picked up or dropped off, you can see that children were having fun. You could see children laughing and smiling. They did complete some coding activities. Cons: 1. Limited staff- No one answered the phone. There was no front help person to answer phones during camp. I was running late, and called the office no one picked up the phone. When I picked up the children, the teacher gave his personal phone number to contact them. He said there is no one to answer phones during camp. Considering the amount of money as parents we pay for this activity and they should have someone in the front office answering the phone or have the teachers in the camp pick up the phone while the camp is in session. I know they are trying to cut cost, but the business phone should work during camp hours. 2. Each child are placed on their individual computers. If they have problems with the computer, instead of putting them on another one, they waited to repair it. So one of my children missed time during the day completing a project until they could the computer to work. We were not told about this until my children told us. We inquired about it and did not get a response why they were not put on another computer or that my child's project would be delayed. 3. Passwords- I have a younger child who forgot her password on the computer. The teacher didn't have the password that day, so she couldn't use the computer to complete her project. The following day, we contacted the manager to find out why the teacher didn't have it so our child could complete her work. The manager gave us the password. Then stated that our children were smiling and laughing in class. Prior to that comment, the teachers were giving my children compliments on how well behaved they were. That's an odd response from the manager-- deflect and blame tactic being used. My wife asked again why and we didn't get a response. We never found out from the manager nor the teacher why they didn't have the password prior day so my child could finish the project. Today, after our complaint, staff did have myu child's password. And again they avoided the question why they didn't have the password the day before. Overall, my children had fun. Other kids had fun. They looked like they learned something. However, the management and teachers could not answer simple questions and for the money we pay, there should not be downtime if computer is down or someone can't remember their password. However management avoided the question and was ready to deflect questions by blaming my children. We've gone to Code Ninja in the past and had a better experience there. They have better communication, kids have fun too, learn, and are more organized. If they have technical difficulties they move the child to another computer.

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First Steps Learning Home

4.9

(18 reviews)

0.9 mi

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)

2.0 mi

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.

929-471-7996

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Marysol's Preschool and daycare

(4 reviews)

1.1 mi

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.