We've been working with Signet and it's been a great experience so far. We've been working with Liz…read morefor test prep for the past few months and she's been fantastic with reviewing strategies and working through the subject areas with my high schooler. She's been patient and super helpful! We're also working on college prep and applications with January for many months now and she's been amazing. We're coming up against the most critical time and I'm glad that Signet has our back!

My husband and I participated in Signet's Parents College Admissions Bootcamp! (run by Sheila) and…read morewe are so glad we did. The classes were informative, engaging, and not overwhelming at all. Sheila taught us step-by-step, class-by-class what we needed to know, gave us homework assignments, and helped us talk to our stressed out kids about the process. Applying for colleges can be a stressful time and this program helped alleviate some of that stress. Thank you Sheila!

You're not a legit Russian immigrant if your parents didn't send you to Russian math school at some…read morepoint in time during your adolescence. Ergo, i spent 2-3 nights a week here between the ages of 11 and 16. Then i threw a shit fit and said that since i'm going to college for science, i don't need this extra math work load. Anyhoo, this was still awesome SAT prep (or exercise for the brain as my parents put it), and made me look like an uber nerd when i skipped a grade of math in high school. In all seriousness though, while i was still interested in math, this school was a great experience with teachers who pushed you to think and work harder. And after all this time Dima M. (see below) and I are still BFFFF.

Olga is amazing! My 12 year old son has been going to FSM for 3 years and has gained in confidence…read moreand skill. The programs ability to empower him to move as fast as he wants keeps him interested and excited about algebra and geometry in ways that school can't. We now have our 10 year old daughter and 7 year old twins in the program and even over Zoom, they are having fun, learning new skills, and finding the power of doing well in Math. We are so grateful to have the opportunity to pursue this program during COVID.

I can not say enough good thing about the commonwealth learning center and about my child's tutor…read moreAmy. my child was struggling with reading was diagnosed with dyslexia and was becoming so discouraged with his school. since Working with Amy his reading has improved tremendously and his confidence. Amy works so well with my child always keeps me up to date with everything they are working on and my child is comfortable working with her. We are so so happy with this learning center .

My daughter and I met with Alex, the director, for an initial consult. Alex was well-prepared,…read morehaving read, highlighted, and annotated the test results I sent to her ahead of time. She also was prepared with a set of questions based on that material. Alex is caring, thoughtful, and even during the initial meeting demonstrated deep knowledge and experience. We are so happy to have found them.

Review from my son: Zach Pava played a major role in my…read morecollege admissions process. Not only was his college essay feedback on 15+ essays extremely insightful, I felt that the manner in which he set up a schedule with deadlines and tasks was more helpful. He always kept in touch, especially during October and November, and always responded promptly. Zach set up mock interviews for me with other Insight counselors to practice for college admissions interviews, which did not count against my counseling hours! Also, the fact that Zach primarily worked over Skype was actually more convenient, since I did not have drive to the Cupertino office all the time for the counseling; instead, I could just do it over Skype in my room.

I just recently graduated from Emory University, and upon finishing my time in undergrad, I found…read moremyself looking back and reflecting on my college application process. I am the eldest in my family, and a first-generation American, so my family and I were unseasoned and largely out of our comfort zone when the time came to begin applying to universities. I found Zach through Insight, and he was a tremendous help to me, offering up suggestions about colleges I may be interested in applying to, prepping me for college tours and visits, editing my personal statements and supplemental essays, and offering me any guidance or support I needed throughout the long process. While I was a bit shy and lacking in confidence, Zach saw my strengths and potential, and constantly motivated me to challenge myself, ensuring that my applications reflected my best attributes. With Zach as my counselor, I never once felt stressed or overwhelmed about writing my applications, as Zach planned out deadlines for all components of my applications, ensuring that I would have everything in on time. Zach's genuine concern for my well-being and future was palpable throughout the application process, and after being accepted into Emory, my top choice school, Zach continued to be supportive of my aspirations. He was always more than happy to answer any questions I had about college and the future beyond. I highly recommend Zach not only as a college counselor, but also as a trusted mentor. His help was, and continues to be, an invaluable resource for me and my family!

From student: I cannot recommend Chris enough! He easily…read morebroke down complex math concepts into understandable steps that made everything click. Beyond teaching the material, he shared practical strategies to approach problems and succeed on test day. I was able to improve my SAT score from 1370 to 1540, something I couldn't have imagined before working with him. His teaching style is engaging, patient, and always tailored to your needs. If you're looking for an SAT tutor who genuinely cares about your success, Chris is the one to choose!   From mom: As a mom of six, I have used many tutors, and I cannot recommend Chris at Summit enough. When my son was paired with Chris, Chris immediately contacted me to explain his approach. We had a wonderful, unrushed conversation. Chris clearly communicated with me after each meeting. My son said that Chris not only helped him drastically improve his score from a 1370 to a 1540 but also helped him understand and appreciate math. Chris is incredibly competent but also incredibly kind. My son shared that Chris was always cheerful and avoided criticism but challenged him appropriately. My son said that he was one of the best teachers that he had had. Margaret who was our contact person at Summit was incredibly helpful and supportive. I cannot praise this company enough! My son will be attending Harvard in the fall. Summit helped make his dream a reality. We will be using Summit for our next five children. Thank you Margaret and Chris!

My teen tried the online ACT test prep class, which cost $1,000. My kid found it really…read moreinaccessible and unhelpful. I called to try to get a refund or at least convert the sunken cost to one on one tutoring, but they said no. The most they would do was give me a $300 credit, but I would have to pay $200 to use it. I do not recommend this place.

Jerry has been tutoring our 13 year old son with SSAT preparation and we are very happy with the…read moreexperience. My son chose him over several other tutors he tried and feels that Jerry makes difficult concepts easy to understand. Jerry is punctual and professional.

We have had Jerry tutoring our daughter for several weeks and we already see tremendous progress…read more Not just in her foundational knowledge on the subjects of math and writing but equally important, her increased confidence in tackling challenging work. She has had other tutors and she was always uninterested. Now she looks forward to the session and is a happy learner. Thank you Jerry for tailoring your approach so the child feels heard and then threading the needle in such a way to reach the child and help get them motivated and inspired to learn.

Kevin tutors our high school sophomore in Honors Chemistry and math. I can't say enough about his…read moreprofessionalism, knowledge and attitude. My son looks forward to his sessions, prepares and is fully engaged. That, to me, is the best testament. Kevin tutors my child at home, is super responsive to email/chat/phone and is accommodating in advance of quizzes & special assignments. I find him to be super flexible. My son's grade went up by a full letter grade since starting his tutoring and is achieving A's in all the latest tests. He is also working with my son on the SAT Chemistry subject test. Kevin also helps with work habits and studying approach for these subjects --- beyond the content being studied. We plan on continuing with him for calculus & biology next year too since Kevin is well-rounded. I highly recommend Kevin for any high school student. I know he tutors college students at advanced levels and that should give you an idea of his knowledge. My wife and I are extremely pleased with his tutoring. More importantly, my son is. Don't think twice.

From the owner: I provide friendly tutoring help in Chemistry, and also Biology, Algebra, and Pre-Calculus. I meet…read morewith students at their home, at a Library, or on-line for tutoring sessions. My rate is $75 / hour with a 1 hour minimum. A bit about me and my teaching philosophy - Chemistry is really not so hard as it first appears to be. There are a few key concepts that I like to pass along that clarify and simplify the problem sets that students face. Sometimes it is a matter of being able to express a problem in mathematical terms. In others it is being able to visualize what happens in a reaction. After being pointed in the right direction, and with a little practice, most any student can excel in chemistry. After a 15 year career in chemistry, I now primarily practice Acupuncture in Brighton. I still love the subject, and enjoy tutoring students in Organic and General Chemistry, as well as biology and math. I was a teaching fellow at Boston University while earning a MS in organic synthesis. I let discussion and laboratory sections. I worked through problem sets with the students, and went over concepts from classroom discussions. I always enjoyed working with students. Maybe some of my enthusiasm for the sciences even rubbed off on them.