Silicon Valley Speaks

(1 review)

1.6 mi

I like how this Toastmasters is run smoothly and efficiently…read more I think that everyone can gain immense knowledge and tools on how to improve one's public speaking, interpersonal, and communication skills by attending Toastmasters meetings.

Keller Williams office where meeting is held.

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Silicon Valley Speech

4.6

(66 reviews)

3.3 mi

We are working with Silicon Valley Speech and are very happy with the progress. I have a 14-y.o…read more boy with Autism and 2-y.o. girl with a speech delay. We are working with Kate as our therapist. Before starting we were a bit sceptical about remote speech sessions, especially for the little toddler. But after half a year of working with Kate we like it very much. For my daughter we do a weekly session where we check the progress, work on different acitvities and get instructions for the next week. For my son it's pretty intense, 4-5 sessions a week with a very good use of multimedia options. Kate is switching between gaming activities, songs to sentense patterns she writes on the screen. She goes an extra mile not only to work on speech, but also on understanding that is vital for my son. Kate is also very open to accomodate our needs. My wife has a pretty basic English, so they are successfully using online interpretation to communicate.

We have been working with Kate for several sessions and she was able to quickly diagnose and help…read moreaddress my son's speech concerns. Most importantly she made him feel comfortable and gave him tangible exercises to do on his own. I really have enjoyed working with Kate and would highly recommend her, thanks Kate!

Enjoying a home-based therapy session!

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Gold Speech

(52 reviews)

3.1 mi

My son has been with Gold speech for a few years now. I have definitely seen tremendous growth…read moresince receiving services from them that I have not seen from other providers. Their method is based on research and evidence. I also appreciate the staff is able to make my kid work without making it feel like he's in session. Overall, highly recommend!

Mr. Neil was a fantastic instructor who really helped our son grow and develop over the two years…read morewe worked with Gold Speech. Mr. Neil took time after each meeting to speak to us about our son's goals and development. Ms. Louise was a wonderful assistant teacher. Really amazing team that we would highly recommend.

We offer Accent reduction / Accent modification and voice training for professionals

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Alison Kee, Molly Delaney, Annie Galiani, Dawn Gold, Catie Palumbo & Ally Ko

Smooth English

(19 reviews)

4.0 mi

Some sounds spoken in the American English language are not very clear for other language speakers…read more For example, for some Latin language speakers, usually words such as "bad / bed" and "sheep/ ship" sound literally the same. As a Latin language speaker myself, one can imagine the kind of misunderstanding some conversations I had would cause, right? I had tried taking classes with several teachers before finding Sheila, and none were able to help me understand the difference of these sounds, much less teach me how to repeat and imitate these sounds myself. Then, I finally met Sheila. Sheila was able to help me recognize the differences of many english sounds which I didn't know how to tell one from the other, and she also helped me recognize sounds/words I was mispronouncing without even knowing it. She also helped me repeat these sounds myself, and it amazes me how her knowledge is so broad when it comes to english in all aspects! During our classes, she would explain to me the positioning of the lips and the tongue, the opening of the mouth and where I should "feel" the sound coming from when saying vowels and consonants sounds out loud. She knows a level of detail about pronunciation that I didn't even know existed, and even though it took a while for my ears to get trained and recognize these different sounds, I can see my accent is getting more natural (and smooth!) by the day with our classes! What's also incredible about Sheila is that, additionally, she has so much English knowledge that goes way beyond pronunciation. She has been teaching me and my husband some advanced grammar rules that sometimes we'd overlook and make mistakes. She has also been helping us with our "flow" when speaking and reading, showing us how English speakers add rhythm to the phrases, which words to emphasize, how to pronounce some words we were mispronouncing, amongst so many other things! And to keep the classes interesting, we have even read books together, and discussed not only the grammar and vocabulary of those books, but also some deeper literature topics and discussed the interpretation of what we had just read! She has deep knowledge of the English language in so many different aspects that I get amazed and surprised at every new topic she finds for us to cover in our classes. I have been taking classes for a few years now, and I know I still have a long way to go before losing my accent and sounding more like a native speaker, but I can also see how far I have gotten since I started taking these classes. As one of the most knowledgeable teachers I've seen, I definitely recommend her classes to any level of English speaker!

It's worth for the class! I took 10 classes with Sheila , she is very experienced, she knew what's…read moreyour weakness, and left homework to practice, next class will review your homework and recording, and she is responsible teacher,you will improve fast if you follow her instruction, some Americans said my accent is good, take her class, you will not regret. .

Private, individualized English language instruction at your office or convenient location

Let Sheila coach you to be more articulate. | "Ideal alternative to English language schools!"

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American accent coach

Mind By Design

(2 reviews)

1.7 mi

We went there and took a test. The staff were professional and kind. They emailed us with reminder…read moreand give my child a gel bead pack to reduce pressure. The entire experience was pleasant and smooth. It totally made my day.

I can go on and on and on and on about how resourceful, compassionate, loyal and awesome Jana…read moreParker at MBD is...BUT I would like to share how truly brilliant Carlin Graveline is! Carlin is MBD's speech/language pathologist, who also specializes in early literacy, can you say WOW!? As a Momma bear, I have searched high and low for someone like Carlin. We previously had a SLP and a special education tutor (who we still love dearly) but Carlin is both of them combined into one! She is a "one stop shop" if you will. Given her educational background (PhD student), extensive experience, and her ability to connect with my kids, she has been a dream come true for us! My kids are understanding AND comprehending the connection between speech, language, reading, hearing, and writing because of her! Thank you Jana and Carlin! You're both such beautiful souls who have given us so much of your advice, guidance, and sincerity!

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Fenwick Speech Therapy

6.5 mi

Carol did wonderful work with our 6yo daughter. Over the course of 6 months we saw dramatic…read moreimprovement in our daughter's articulation (not to mention grammar). Carol is professional, kind, and great with kids. Highly recommend.

Carol was wonderful with my teen. He made good progress with his conversation and social skills…read morewhile working with Carol Fenwick. Carol is patient, kind, and builds rapport quickly with her clients. She made speech therapy fun and interesting. Carol is a great speech therapist!

Parents can easily reinforce speech therapy when provided in home environment

Therapy dog in training

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Provide services for ages 5 years to adult

Brown Connie MS CCC-SLP & Associates

(1 review)

1.9 mi

My son has been working with Connie on his speech difficulties for the past couple of months. He…read morewas diagnosed with autism about a year ago and we are still gathering information about what other potential underlying issues he might have. Connie has a great rapport with him and also has offered some really helpful insights into his behavior. She is also in network with our insurance (UHC) and we have not had any billing issues thus far, which has not been the case with other providers. We are very happy to have found Connie.

From the owner: * A.S.H.A., C.H.S.A. CA State Licensed * Serving Kids…read moreThroughout The Bay Area * Many Insurance Companies Cover Speech And Language Therapy

Public Speak Easy's Toastmaster Club

5.6 mi

I joined Public Speak Easy's 2 years ago and I'm very glad I did. This group is very welcoming, and…read moreeverybody is so approachable and fun to talk to. I feel more confident in my speaking abilities now, and it makes such a difference for me in my career. I'd highly recommend this club for beginners and shy speakers!

I joined this club in January 2017 after a very long academic struggle for public speaking. Not…read moreonly did I feel very welcomed initially but it was a safe space for me to make mistakes and grow. It's an extremely encouraging environment and very diverse as well.

See what it's all about at our Open House on 6/24

Kamille and Marcelo are our Evaluation Contest Speech winners, and will be going on to the Area contest to represent us!

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Our new club officers for 2016!

I SPEAK California

(1 review)

8.2 mi

My daughter has been taking public speaking and debates class for couple of years now. It has been…read morean amazing experience for her. From the very first day, Larry created a fun and engaging environment where my daughter felt comfortable and confident participating. She loves to research the topics for her debates. Larry typically picks something that is current and interesting for his students. Larry is an exceptional teacher who truly has a gift for bringing out the best in each and every student. Under his guidance, my daughter has developed a strong sense of self-assurance in her public speaking abilities and honed her debate skills. Larry is extremely knowledgeable about the subject matter and has a unique ability to explain complex ideas in a way that is both engaging and easy for students to grasp. His dynamic teaching style, sense of humor, and high energy level make the lessons enjoyable and memorable for students. Recently my younger daughter started taking lessons with teacher Larry and the outcome has been the same, she can't wait for the next public speaking class.

From the owner: We are creating a culture that allows our students to learn and perform in a fun and creative…read moreenvironment, that will produce life long learners, captivating speakers and confident young leaders. Come and see what Parents and Students are saying about I SPEAK California.

I was featured on I-Heart Radio for my teachings in Public Speaking and Creative Speech Writing Techniques. I was honored.

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Large In-Person courses are always fun and productive. These are all very confident speakers! I'm very proud of them!

San Jose Camera & Video

First: if you have a chance to work with Paul, you'll never regret a minute of your experience…read more He's a great teacher and excellent photographer. Second: smartphones have ruined photography, and it's getting increasingly more difficult to find gear, accessories, peripherals... but San Jose Camera has always had what I've looked for (except my fav Canon lens, no longer manufactured). The people here are consummate professionals, exceptionally well-versed and experienced photographers. They know their stuff: I've had questions about Canon, Minolta, Nikon, and Hasselblad cameras and they knew the answer without looking it up. (Price of gear is the only exception.) Sort of an old-school type, I still dabble in film photography, especially in astrophotography, and they've had excellent recommendations for what I'm looking for in film, even discussed some ideas I hadn't considered. I used to spend a few hours a week here... purchased a number of lenses here and taken a number of classes. My highest recommendation for these classes: I learned so much in these... as good as any you'll find professionally.

One of the last great camera shops in the bay area, so few are left. I needed a pretty obscure…read morereplacement part on short notice to do some video coverage of a football game, and the staff at San Jose Camera & Video went above and beyond in helping me track down a similar plate that would fit. I provided the make/model of the monopod, the plate that I thought I'd need, and since it's a tough piece to track down, they found a handful of similar monopod plates that potentially could fit and tested them on the equipment they had in house. After some research and testing, they recommended a plate that they were "pretty sure" would fit my piece of kit and they put it aside. 30 minutes later, after a bit of a drive, I had the plate in hand for a really great price. And I brought the monopod into the store to test the plate and the staff was right - it fits! San Jose Camera & Video saved me a lot of trouble, a lot of money, and a good amount of time and I'll be forever grateful. On a side note, the staff person I worked with was super attentive and nice and asked me a lot of questions about the work I did and it was nice for them to take a bit of an interest in their customers.

Sigma Lens Dealer

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Little Star Montessori Family Daycare

(33 reviews)

3.9 mi

We are very happy with our experience at this family daycare…read more The teachers are caring, patient, and truly supportive of the children's emotional and social development.Our child has become more confident, independent, and communicative since attending the program. The daily activities are engaging and age-appropriate, helping children learn through play and exploration. The owner is very responsible and capable, helping to ensure that communication between parents and teachers is always smooth and efficient. The meals are nutritious and well-prepared. We really appreciate how the teachers encourage the children to try a variety of foods, including homemade dumplings, wontons, steamed buns, pasta, and other delicious options. We are grateful for the dedication and professionalism of the staff and would highly recommend this daycare to other families.

It was a pleasure meeting Ms. Ella last year. It's clear that she puts much thought, care, and…read moreeffort into being there for her students. I can see how she's created a safe and inviting environment for all.

They organize a birthday party if you bring a cake.

Children playing together

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Teach child how to build blocks together

Nelly's Childcare and Preschool

4.8

(38 reviews)

2.0 mi

This review is long overdue. I can never truly put into words in an online review how much we love…read moreNelly's and how much of a positive impact it has had on our child's life, and on ours as parents. From the moment we toured the facility while pregnant with our first child, we knew this was the right place for us. Our child has attended Nelly's since they were 10 months old, in the infant classroom and is now 2.5 years old in the preschool classroom. I was nervous to send my child at what I felt was such a young age, but now I know I would truly feel comfortable sending my child there at any age. The staff at Nelly's is the absolute best! I cannot speak highly enough of the director, or of the maestras and support staff. They are all equally amazing! My child loves all the maestras and knows each one by name. The way they love all of the students and treat them with kindness, respect, and excitement everyday is such a special thing to see. You can tell how much they care for their students and their wellbeing. I can comfortably go to work each day knowing my child is safe and well cared for, and that's everything you could want for your child when they are being taken care of elsewhere. The classrooms, play areas, meals, artwork, activities - it is all really fantastic. Our child has food allergies and some other health related situations and they have been so safe and cautious. The communication between the staff and parents is really wonderful too. They really have our child's best interest in mind at all times and it shows every day. My child has grown so much in every aspect - physically, mentally, emotionally. And although this is a bilingual daycare primarily focused on Spanish, our child's speech in both English and Spanish has improved immensely. The staff at Nelly's make each day so fun for the kids and they are always learning about new subjects. The staff plan wonderful outings to involve the families and students throughout the year and it's really nice as a working parent to have those moments with your child. The staff at Nelly's also made us feel so prepared and supported through the potty training process and now we are past that initial stage and our child is doing great. I will be so sad for the day we have to move on from Nelly's, but I'm so thankful that is still a ways out. I highly recommend this daycare/preschool in every way and would rate them a 10 out of 5 if I could.

Our two daughters started at Nelly's when they were 1 yr old and 3 mos old, and we've had a…read morepositive experience over the years. The teachers are incredibly caring and attentive. It's clear they genuinely enjoy working with children, and we've always felt confident that our kids are in good hands. Another big plus is the community of parents. Everyone is friendly and engaged, which makes it a welcoming environment where people look out for one another. Although their sick policy was sometimes hard to manage as working parents, our daughters had a good foundation at Nelly's, and we would absolutely recommend them to any parent looking for high-quality, reliable care.

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Campbell Infant & Toddler

4.9

(17 reviews)

0.6 mi

We are so fortunate to have Jen and Alanna of Campbell Infant and Toddler in our village! My son…read morestarted when he was 6 months old and is absolutely thriving there. The mixed age environment has worked wonders for him- he is 1.5 now and is a little chatterbox from all of the singing, playtime, and learning with friends at Ms Jen's. He is so happy to go to "school" every morning. Jen is a true partner in parenting, it is such a blessing to know your kid is spending their time with a little bonus family. We couldn't be happier with our decision to send our son here.

We absolutely love Campbell Infant & Toddler! My son adores Jen and Alanna and is always so happy…read moreto go each day. They are both so warm, attentive, and truly amazing with the kids. I feel so lucky to have found someone we trust so much with our little one!

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Ms. Jane's Daycare/Preschool

(11 reviews)

4.4 mi

There are not enough words to express how grateful I am for Ms. Jane. She has cared for my children…read moresince they were infants and has been a part of every significant milestone--from crawling to walking to talking to reading. By the time my son started Kindergarten, he was well-prepared and eager to learn, thanks to Ms. Jane's influence. She played a crucial role in his academic and social readiness. Now, as my daughter begins TK, she is equally prepared for school because of Ms. Jane's guidance. Ms. Jane not only prepares children for school, but also lays the groundwork for life, teaching responsibility, manners, respect, and how to care for one another. Her unique ability to connect with children means they both adore and respect her. I often struggled to get my kids to listen at home, but a quick call to Ms. Jane would immediately improve their behavior. My children frequently say that they miss Ms. Jane, and they often draw pictures for her or eagerly share their weekend adventures. Even my son, who has been out of daycare/preschool for over a year, still enjoys visiting her. She has truly become a part of our family--a trusted guardian for our children. While we are so sad to be leaving after six years, we know she will remain a cherished part of our lives, and we will plan to visit often. If I could give her ten stars, I would!

We highly recommend Ms. Jane's Daycare!Our son attended Ms. Jane's daycare when he was around 2…read moreyears old, and he is 23 years old now. He loved Ms. Jane and her daughter, so much, and actually looked forward to going to daycare, especially since, we were transplants from Tennessee, and had no family around, it was so important to find the best care for him, while we were at work, etc., and Ms. Jane's Daycare, did just that! We always received a warm smile and a hug at the beginning and end of the day, and had great communication at all times. He would show us his art work, and what he learned that day, and was so happy there, until we moved back home to TN. It was bittersweet, but we never forgot about Ms. Jane, her daughter; and all of the amazing things that made Ms. Jane's Daycare, so special. Thank you, Ms. Jane for taking such good care of Zane. You are one of a kind, and we feel so grateful for having met you.

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Beba & Rada's European Style Home Daycare

4.8

(19 reviews)

1.1 mi

This is a long overdue review for Beba and Rada's. My 6 year old went there for almost 4 years and…read morenow my younger one is there. It's hard to imagine the last five years without the support and care of Beba and Rada! The first time we visited it was such a beautiful outdoor space and I felt a loving environment from the get-go. They work very hard to provide play-based education in a mixed age setting which has been ideal for both of my children to learn appropriate social, emotional and life skills. They support parents in mny ways as well with their years of experience, patience, and understanding. There have been situations where I didn't know how to handle something with my kids ' developments and they have been a source of wisdom and reassurance. The healthy home cooked meals are a big plus and all the wonderful traditions they teach the kids like celebrating each other's birthdays and graduations and it really is like a little family. We can't recommend Beba and Rada's enough!!

Long overdue: Beba & Rada take such amazing care of our 2 boys. They both really enjoy spending the…read moredays there with their friends and the adventures they have make for great dinner time discussion. Our boys (3 and 16 months) have learned so much during their time there, so far. Most importantly there is a very strong emphasis on developing strong social skills and education through play. We know Beba and Rada genuinely love our little boys and so it's been very easy to entrust them into their care.

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Creative Beginnings

2.5 mi

Locally owned & operated

Certified professionals

My 2.5 year old and 11 month old sons have both been at this school 2 months. My oldest loves it so…read moremuch that he asks every morning "Is it a school day?" and is always disappointed when it's not. Thanks to the wonderful teachers at this school, he can spell his own name, he uses the potty, and he always comes home with new arts and crafts from the day's activities. Their infant room has individual cribs and high chairs, with lots of developmentally sound and movement-encouraging toys. My youngest loves it and they take great care of him. It's clear the staff all adore both my kids, and from the pictures they take and my oldest's reports, the feeling is mutual. I intend to have my kids here until they're ready for pre-K!

As a parent, finding the right daycare for your child can be such a stressful process--but Creative…read moreBeginnings has truly been a blessing for our family. From the moment we walked in, we were struck by how clean, organized, and inviting the space is. It's clear that a lot of care and love goes into creating a safe and nurturing environment for the kids. The teachers are absolutely wonderful--kind, patient, and genuinely attentive to each child's needs. Our little one has blossomed so much since starting here. The daily activities are both fun and educational, and we love hearing about all the songs, stories, and crafts every day at pick-up. We also really appreciate the structure they provide, including potty training support and well-planned routines. It feels so reassuring to know that our child is in such good hands throughout the day. Highly recommended for any family looking for a warm and trustworthy daycare in Campbell!

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Bright Little Steps

1.4 mi

Niki is excellent! We were very happy to find her. Great learning and fun activities for the kids,…read moreshe is very gentle, loving and caring, good communication throughout the day. She serves nutritious food. Our son really enjoyed it! She also provides a flexible schedule which is very appreciated. Definitely recommend!

I'm a first-time dad with a fair amount of anxiety around picking the right daycare for my 2 year…read more-old. How do I know if the reviews are real? Will my son have a hard time at daycare? I was referred to bright little steps Daycare through a friend of a friend. We decided to give it a shot after a brief tour. Our son has been going to Sunshine Family Daycare part-time for almost a year now. He chants Niki name with excitement every morning, and is eating, laughing, or running around when I pick him up. This provided me with a lot of reassurance that he's well fed and is treated with love and care.