My son goes to the Sylvan in Hermosa Beach and it is wonderful there. Amber worked with me from…read morethe beginning to find a spot for him as soon as possible - she is very nice and professional. Dr. Biedenweg is a wonderful tutor. He takes his time and explains things very well. I am extremely happy with the services at this location and recommend it to anyone.

The management is terribly disorganized. I wouldn't…read morerecommend going here. There's a lack of structured, clear fee disclosures.

We had a wonderful experience with Nihao Preschool this summer! We enrolled our daughter, Lola, in…read moretheir summer school program, and honestly couldn't be happier with how much she has enjoyed it and friends she's met already. Lola went in knowing no Chinese, so we weren't sure how she would respond to being immersed in a language she didn't understand. The teachers made the transition feel easy and effortless. They did an amazing job keeping her engaged, enriched, and excited to participate while introducing her to Chinese through play, activities, music, and everyday routines. You can really tell how much thought, time, and effort goes into their curriculum. One of my favorite things is that the first thing the children do each morning after check-in is a morning stretch and exercise together as a whole school. It's such a positive way to start the day and creates a wonderful sense of community. We especially loved all of the teachers, and Li Laoshi and Naonao Laoshi were particular favorites for Lola. They are warm, attentive, and clearly care so much about the children. We always felt that Lola was in great hands. The biggest surprise for us has been seeing Lola's interest in Chinese develop over the month. She went from knowing nothing at all to recognizing and speaking a few Chinese words on her own--and, even more importantly, she has become curious and excited about the language. She can also count to twenty. For us, that is exactly what we hoped she would gain from this experience. We're so happy with Nihao and have decided to continue on during the school year with their afterschool program.

My 3 year old has been attending NiHao for over a year. I feel good about dropping off my child…read morebecause he goes in smiling and excited. The teachers have all been caring and he has fun. My 6 year old also attends their afterschool program twice a week. It's a great opportunity for him to practice Mandarin. His teacher is caring and dedicated and speaks almost completely in Mandarin during class. We also attend their summer camp program.

SFLI has been such a blessing to our family. Our little ones have thrived in Spanish, and both have…read moresuccessfully passed their DI testing thanks to the incredible teachers who have nurtured and prepared them every step of the way. The entire SFLI staff has become like family to us, and we are forever grateful for the love, patience, and genuine care they have shown our children. I truly cannot say enough wonderful things about the teachers and aides. The fact that our kids never want to leave at the end of the day says everything about the positive, supportive environment they have created. As a parent, there is no greater comfort than knowing your children are happy, loved, and excited to be at school each day.

SFLI has been a great experience for us and our son. Their infant room teachers are attentive,…read moreloving and fun! Maestra Olga is a great leader and checks in with us on our son's development and progress. The space is clean and engaging as well. Parents/Teacher communication is great and they use the Procare app to keep in touch. Would recommend Savoir Faire to anyone looking for infant care.

We had a problem with math at school because our son was falling behind because of his IEP, and we…read moreneeded to figure out how to navigate this. We went to this place called Mathnasium, and it was very cool. All the teachers are college students, and our child responded well because it's not the parent teaching the child how to do the study skills. What I really like about Mathnasium is that we tell them where he's struggling, or he says where he's struggling in his school. They adjust, and it's not too easy but not too difficult so that our son still progresses at his pace, not at a very difficult or too easy level. I highly recommend this place. It's really humble, and they get prizes, and we feel like we're being taken care of.

I have to admit I had some reservations, but I went in, and I saw how amazing the entire team was,…read moreand the style of learning and most importantly, seeing results with my daughter who was struggling with one-on-one tutoring I am a firm believer in Mathnasium! The best part is you can go in and give it a try and they will evaluate for free.

Ms Aakriti is very nice and pays good attention to kids . She is a very good abacus teacher and i…read morerecommend her . We have been with her for 2+ years and have a very good experience.

My son has been at Creativity Land for almost a year now, and he absolutely loves it! I was…read moreoriginally looking for an abacus teacher in the South Bay area, and that's how we found this center. I wasn't sure what to expect at first, but Mrs Aakriti exceeded all expectations. Even though the class is 2 hours long, my son looks forward to going every week and even completes his homework on his own. Aakriti is incredibly passionate about teaching, and her dedication shines through in my son's enthusiasm for learning. We've been so happy with his progress that we added Math and English classes as well. The most important part is that our son truly enjoys learning here, which makes a huge difference. We are so glad we found Creativity Land and highly recommend it to other families. They also offer wonderful summer and day camps, making it a great resource year-round!

*I am editing this review as of 6-27-12 as I have now seen md a. original review.*…read more When I read this review from my iPhone, it does not show the original review that md a. wrote. I also do hear that the director there may be there past her prime, this review is based on my perspective as a father. Although I speak 100% English to my daughter, my wife speaks 100% Japanese to my daughter. I think this is a great school that provides a lot of opportunities for those that want their kids to learn Japanese or at least enforce what they can retain. There are class moms that assist with the parents in helping with various activities that this preschool has. They do have a Halloween event, Christmas event, some other event that involves hitting a watermelon blindfolded (Suikawari), and an athletic event which the whole family can get involved called Undokai in the spring. There are bake sales and Teriyaki chicken sales, throughout the year. For those that miss very few classes, there are attendance awards in June for those that miss the least days of preschool. Also in the middle of June prior to the completion of the spring session, there is a day where kids can play on 2 jumpers should they wish to expel their energy. As for the staff, of course all of them speak fluent Japanese. English most likely is not their first language but they do have an understanding of it. For those students and parents that do not understand Japanese, there are those that can help you understand what is going on. The teachers are mostly older than probably other Japanese preschools in the area but they do a great job facilitating a pleasant learning environment. Of course with any school, parents can meet each other prior to dropping off or picking up their kid(s) so it can serve as a place for parents to find out which friends your kids enjoy playing with. There is a day that is set where parents collectively can visit your child's class to see what goes on during their daily activity. For those that attend the summer sessions, there are 2 days each week designated for pool day so the kids can cool off in the plastic wading pools that are set up. Play toys are available in each classroom and are based on the age of the child. As far as outdoor play equipment, there are also 2 large sandboxes, tricycles to ride, a secure place for kids to run on concrete, a play gym, and 2 Little Tyke style houses for the kids to play in. This school has allowed our daughter to grow up in an environment she is comfortable in. It helped that we attended the Gardena Buddhist Church so our daughter was accustomed to the environment and not shocked into a preschool. After 2 years of this school, she will now go to an English school so she can start the transition to Kindergarten. It is always good to register early in any preschool so you have a good chance of enrolling there. We would send our other daughter to go there but since we moved, we will enroll our 2nd one to another local Japanese preschool.

Nakayoshi Pre-School is an absolutely phenomenal school…read more My daughter had been attending for the last two years, and I am constantly in awe of the beautiful environment she is learning within. Her teachers are prepared for the learning that will take place for the day, show positivity and love in their interactions with students, and provide opportunities for each family to be actively engaged in their child's learning and development. As a member of a multinational & multiethnic family, I appreciate the time teachers and staff take to ensure the intent and meaning behind school activities is explained for both English speakers & Native Japanese speakers as well. The entire staff and faculty are available and open to any questions you may have, and embody an extraordinary level of care and professionalism. Thank you for providing such a beautifully positive and caring environment for my daughter to grow within.

Ms. Jalpa has truly created a warm and welcoming environment where you can tell she cares about…read moreeach child's progress. She takes the time to understand every student and makes sure they feel supported while still being challenged to grow. The staff is always kind, patient, and encouraging, which makes a big difference for kids building confidence. That said, I am grateful to have been a part of Kumon Redondo Beach. I have witnessed steady progress over time, in academics, discipline, and self-belief. It feels like a place where students are set up to succeed, and I would most definitely recommend it to families.

I just wanted to write to say thank you for the great work you and your team are doing with our…read morekids. My son's' teacher told us he's the top student in his class and his math and writing are so strong that she can't wait to get him tested for G.A.T.E. And my daughter, who couldn't read just 4 months ago, is now the fastest reader in her class at 75 words/minute. Better still, she is beginning to love reading and her self confidence is swelling. Priceless! I myself was a part of the Kumon program from 2nd through 8th grade and I directly attribute it to my success throughout high school, college, and dental school. It's wonderful watching my kids develop in the same way. Thank you!

We have 2 kids who have been at the elementary school for a year and I have been so impressed by…read morethe school. They have an incedible staff of skilled and loving teachers, administrators, and support staff and they have solid processes in place to keep parents engaged and informed. No school is perfect and Valor is no exception, but they get the right things right. We are so happy to have found this gem of a school!

I loved VCA!!! My daughter started Valor in 6th grade and she just graduated this month. She had a…read moregreat middle school experience! Their middle school program offers small class sizes, field trips, sports, electives, and much more. My daughter made lots of friends and loved most of the teachers. She got good grades all throughout her middle school years and earned academic honor roll and other achievements both academically and for sports. During her 8th grade year, her class did a very memorable missions trip and went to DC. She told me that it will be a year she will never forget. The staff was great and very supportive. Mrs. E did a wonderful job in her new role as the principal. Coach Phil is a special person who was always available to the students when they need someone to talk to. He was a great coach, pe teacher, and yearbook teacher. My daughter loved coach Phil and I am so grateful for him. Mr. Shook was another favorite. He taught science and history. My daughter enjoyed him because he would always crack jokes and make everyone laugh. Mr.Shook was a great teacher, however, sometimes, I think he should keep his political opinions to himself. That was the only thing that kind of made me uncomfortable. The other thing relating to staff was the staff turnover. My daughter had a different English and math teacher every year. Which was annoying because she would build a strong relationship with them, then they left and she would have to rebuild. I understand that isn't the schools fault. But it did interfere with math and her math grade. Overall, my daughter and our family loved Valor! We highly recommend this school if you are looking for a small close-knit Christian school community. We felt safe sending her which was a big deal considering the unfortunate times that we live in. Thank you Valor for all the wonderful memories and for providing my daughter with a great Christian middle school experience. Please let me know asap when there is a Valor High! :)