The online reviews do not match the actual reputation of this school. If you want the truth, post…read morein Vacaville moms group on Facebook. The markers of a successful business are growth and retention. The academy has neither. Don't let them lie to you & tell you they have a waiting list. As their school gets smaller their goal size for a classroom shrinks with it. All 4 of my kids left here very unsatisfied. My oldest was falsely accused of making threats with no evidence to back it up. My middle was bullied for a year and a half. It was brought to the leadership of the schools attention over & over, Ms Barb & Mr Rob took no action. At parent teacher conferences in October we had two teachers bring it up & say they were trying to work on it. We saw no results. We left mid year. My girls both left over a year behind & required 6mo of intense tutoring at Sylvan. They had been working 1-2 with Ms Barb as their tutor twice a week for an entire school year prior to us leaving. She claims to work well with dyslexic children, but she missed it in youngest completely. I brought it up more than once because I have dyslexia. We have since got a diagnosis & the help she needs elsewhere.

Amazing School , they care about Education my kids are 7 and 9 , they have been learning Mandarin…read moreand Spanish at the same time. The don't have science it's engineering. Thanks Academy . You all are great !!!!!!!

Our son is starting his second year at FCS and we couldn't be happier. The student/teacher ratios…read moreare great and I love that he is learning about Jesus while he is there. The hours are good and the price is reasonable.

Excellent preschool program! Staff are competent, and are very helpful. They pay close attention to…read moreevery child's needs, and really gets to know them well. Good teacher to student ratio. I always see 2 teachers for a class of 12, plus other support staff on campus. What I like best is that you can always get hold of somebody anytime for anything. We get weekly updates from the principal, so we always know what's going on in the school. Great hours for working parents- 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. All others kids I've met in the campus are polite and are confident. Other parents are so nice, and are professionals too. Good parent-teacher support. Good sports program. Many parents are very involved in school activities. Love all the fun staff they put together such as grandparents' day, father-daughter dance, mom-son bowling, golf tournament, trips and many more. All in all positive environment. We highly recommend this school.

Went to the ornament making class on Sunday and it was so fun! The teachers are friendly and…read moreknowledgeable and the classrooms are beautiful. I just signed my daughter up for the winter camp and can't believe how reasonable it is! Great find

Attended the ornament making class this past Sunday and completely loved it! My daughter had a…read moreblast enjoying the classrooms and fun activities they had set up! It's awesome to see another learning center for school age kiddos. The owner and assistants were even more amazing super nice and friendly they truly love what they do and definitely put all they can into this place. I completely recommend them

We are incredibly grateful to all the wonderful teachers who have been a part of our son's early…read morelearning journey. He started at the school in preschool, and from the very beginning, his teachers made him feel loved, safe, and supported. Miss Sipra, Miss Poonam, and Miss Vaishali were incredibly loving and kind during his preschool years. They showered him with affection and care, making every transition smooth and comfortable for him. What stood out most was how personally invested they were in his growth -- they truly understood his individual needs and helped him develop with patience, encouragement, and warmth. As he moved into Pre-K, we were equally fortunate to have Miss Sandhya and Miss Keiani guiding him. They created a nurturing environment while also helping him learn the importance of boundaries, structure, and kindness. Under their guidance, we saw our son grow leaps and bounds -- academically, emotionally, and socially. Miss Sandhya's knowledge, patience, and years of experience truly shine through in the way she teaches and connects with children. Along with Miss Keiani's warmth and encouragement, they made a wonderful team that helped our son feel confident, supported, and excited to learn every day. We will always be thankful for the positive impact these amazing teachers had on our son's early years. Their dedication, compassion, and care mean so much to our family, and we highly recommend them to any parent looking for a nurturing and supportive environment for their child.

Stratford FRB is truly a special place where the teachers and the staff are very welcoming and…read morecaring. Our child has had an enjoyable and enriching year in Room 3 Pre-School. The teachers Ms. Sipra and Ms. Vaishali have been very caring, nurturing and patient with the children. I am truly marveled at the growth - (both academic and social/emotional) in the past year for our child under their care. They have instilled curiosity and a sense of responsibility for our child as well. My kid has enjoyed this year so much and made many friends in the class. That is only possible due to the positive environment that the teachers create for our kids. I am truly indebted to both these teachers for the love, affection and care they have given our child and the many memories they have created. I would be remiss if I did not thank Ms. Pam, Ms. Radha and Ms. Cheryl who all stepped in briefly during the year to help with the class and kept the same happy learning environment alive. I also need to whole heartedly thank Ms. Swetha for her fun science class, Ms. Maricella for instilling the curiosity to learn Spanish in kids and Mr. Dmitri for the amazing music lessons. Special mention: It was exhilarating to see our child perform with confidence for the Winter and Spring musicals. All the class teachers and Mr. Dmitri have given their best effort to make our kids shine and perform with so much enthusiasm. Final mention, all the staff especially Ms. Meera and Ms. Shehla are amazing as always, welcoming us with a smile and tending to our needs and requests with utmost attention and care. This campus is amazing and I strongly recommend this bunch of teachers and staff for parents looking for their kids' early education needs.

I attend the 30 day EP course, loved every second of it. Death by power point was awesome and all…read morethe hands on training was dope. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to go into the executive protection field. Instructor is cool and very knowledgeable

I attended the EMT school at the Academy for Professional Development for the last 9 weeks. This…read morewas the best choice I ever made. I Received my EMT certificate!!!!!!! The instructors were awesome and always there before and after class to help. I could call them on a weekend and ask questions if I didn't understand when cramming for a test. I tried a accelerated course with another school in Sacramento and it was a horrible experience. I researched all the Available EMT schools around my area and decided on The Academy For Professional Development. I would highly recommend if you want to succeed in a career in EMS.

We completed the full application process with Sonder Creek Academy, including paying the $100…read moreapplication fee. Because we applied a bit late, we were placed on the waitlist, which we completely understood. What was disappointing was the total lack of follow-up after that point. Despite reaching out directly to the admissions officer to inquire about our waitlist status, we never received a response -- not even a simple notification that a spot was no longer available. When a family pays a $100 application fee, there is a reasonable expectation of communication and transparency throughout the process. To add to the frustration, we continued to receive marketing emails about summer programs despite never hearing back about our child's application. The disconnect between their marketing outreach and their admissions communication was striking. We can't speak to the school itself, but based solely on the application experience, the lack of follow-through left a poor impression.

Sonder Creek has absolutely been the best school for my child. We were looking at a wide variety of…read moreschools (public, non religious private, and religious private) to see what would be the best fit and I can tell you from the moment we reached out with interest, to the tour, to our child having his first 1/2 day visit there, we knew this was his school.  Staff is knowledgeable and knows my child to a depth that truly sets him up for success. It also makes me feel comfortable that they are doing everything in their power to help my child succeed and thrive. I love that they allow him to excel academically (even past his grade level) as well as support him with challenging subjects (teachers stay current with where he's at and are skilled at providing support very quickly if the child needs it while also keeping parents in the loop so we can help when needed too) while allowing him to stay with his grade level of peers so he's not only being cultivated in the classroom, but also learning to be social amongst peers his age. A big concern of mine was coming out of covid, my child wanted to so desperately make friends, but I know sometimes kids show no mercy. At Sonder Creek, overall it's been way over my expectations. Very involved parents, attentive staff that keeps you in the loop, and students who are open to connecting to one another.  My child has loved the STEM programs at school (especially the after school robotics class) as well as learning both Mandrin and Spanish (coming from an English speaking household, it's been amazing seeing him now speak another language which we will continue to encourage moving forward). He also is asking to do the after school Art program and this is coming from a child who started off barely wanting to hold a pencil correctly.  The community here is so special and you get to see that when everyone comes together. This was our first year we participated in Trunk or Treat with his school and it was such a blast; we will be doing it again next year. The international potluck is a family favorite to attend (combo of incredible foods from all over as well as mini performances from the language programs with the students is so darn adorable) and the Christmas Concert is absolutely precious. Sonder Creek is our child's school and we cannot recommend it enough.

My daughter started at Merryhill Midtown when she was in kindergarten and she had the best teacher…read moreever, Ms. Ramirez. She went above and beyond! She made all the kids feel loved safe and encouraged them to always do their best. She made the first year of elementary school so special and when we look back on fondly. We are now in and absolutely loving Merryhill

My daughter attends Maryhill Midtown, and I honestly can't say enough good things about this…read moreschool. From the moment we first stepped on campus which is now 5 years ago, it just felt different -- warm, welcoming, and full of energy. The teachers are incredible -- caring, attentive, and truly invested in each child's growth. The curriculum strikes such a great balance between strong academics and creative, hands-on learning. My daughter has grown so much in both confidence and curiosity since starting here and even visits her favorite teacher Ms. Castro. The sports programs are another huge highlight! There's such a great community spirit, and it's clear that the staff..shout out to Mr. Kennedy...values teamwork, leadership, and fun just as much as skill. What I love most is how inviting the environment is. You can feel the pride and positivity in everything from the classrooms to the playground. It's a place where kids are genuinely excited to go to school every day. I love every year they have been introducing new electives from sewing to DnD to even a T Swift club that is engaging for everyone. If you're looking for a school that blends strong academics, great extracurriculars, and a warm community -- Maryhill Midtown is a gem. We couldn't be happier.

A peaceful place and a rare gem…read more My kids have attended their summer programs twice, and I'm continually impressed by the focus on building strong moral character, the kind and caring staff, and the healthy, delicious vegetarian meals. The structure and values here truly help children grow into their best selves.

My children attended the 2025 Summer Camp and enjoyed the positive environment of the school. They…read morewere able to learn goodness in a very nurturing way. The vegetarian diet provided were delicious, and the campers learned how to make tasty vegetarian food with common ingredients. Most importantly, the school brought out the best in the children. Both of my children rated the Summer Camp as the best activity they attended this summer!

The owner is really rude Does not give Mercy to any students or parents. She is disrespectful to me…read moreand she is disrespectful to my kid. If I could give the store a zero stars I would.

My Kindergartener has been coming to Kumon for about 10 months for both math & reading. He is now…read moretesting above grade level in both areas! The daily practice and twice weekly sessions have helped him tremendously. Even beyond that, he enjoys the subjects. He loves all of the teachers/assistants he's worked with. His first teacher was Geli, and he was so devastated when she graduated and was no longer working there. He truly bonded with her and grew attached. Luckily, he then worked with Annanya who he now admires as well. Mr. Chen always updates me on his progress & is truly invested in each child's success. My son has come home with at least 4 certificates in the short time he has been here. I'm so thankful we found this program and stuck with it!