AJ Tutoring’s best tutoring reviews and testimonials

AJ Tutoring’s individualized approach to test prep and academic tutoring with Bay Area’s top tutors gets results! In the past year, 80% of our SAT students have increased their score by 150 points or more. Many students also report that their math, reading, and writing skills (not only their test taking skills) improve well into their college years.

Find out why parents and students choose AJ Tutoring for the best tutoring services and top tutors in the Bay Area.

AJ Tutoring was really helpful in preparing for the SAT in a short amount of time. It's not overkill like some SAT classes.

Lauren S.

Monte Vista High School

My tutor's expertise, enthusiasm, and commitment helped me not only improve upon my already obtained skills, but also learn new ones.

Stephen C.

12th grade, Sacred Heart Preparatory Academy

AJ tutoring has helped me prepare for tests all year and take the stress out of the work. Also, all the tutors I have worked with have been extremely helpful and friendly.

Christina B.

Burlingame High School

Two children have used a combination of three AJ tutors - all with great success!! Very likable, and clear results.

Darlyn S.

St. Ignatius College Preparatory parent

Ryan had the perfect temperament and style for my son. I felt that my son respected Ryan and applied himself for his sake as well as not wanting to disappoint Ryan. The rapport was very important to me and Ryan fit the slot perfectly.

Burlingame High School parent

Our son has had a great experience working with David. The skills David has taught him will help him throughout his academic career, long after the SAT is over.

Jeanne T.K.

Valley Christian High School parent

It was extremely helpful and I learned so many new skills I never even thought existed while in a friendly and positive atmosphere.

Bailey M.

12th grade, Mitty High School

Andrew helped my son focus on his weaker areas and still maintain his skills on the stronger areas. Andrew did this with a very limited amount of time.

Sheela M.P.

Willow Glen High School parent

My daughter found the tutoring very helpful. Karen was easy for her to work with, and provided valuable instruction. She improved her SAT score from 1230 to 1430. She was very happy and felt that the tutoring made a huge difference for her.

Leland High School parent

My tutor has taught me a lot of helpful material. We reviewed subjects that I forgot or was not good at and she helped make the learning process easier.

Andrew C.

11th grade, Palo Alto High School

My tutor made learning new topics very fun by making them relatable. He's very funny and supportive when I make mistakes. AJ has not only helped me with my SAT learning, but I have found that is also applies to my school work as well!

Emma S.

11th grade, Palo Alto High School

My tutor really tried to get to understand me and explain things in a way that I would understand based on what he knew I liked.

Carl G.

11th grade, Palo Alto High School

The most helpful part was being taught in a clear and understandable way. AJ has helped me drastically improve my score WITHOUT making me feel pressured.

Shivani P.

11th grade, Palo Alto High School

The most helpful part was explaining my 'duh' moments, making me feel more confident in my skills and teaching me how to avoid small mistakes.

Mia B.

Kehillah Jewish High School

My tutor was able to delineate each problem and tell me how to fix it. I am now able to look for my usual mistakes on the real SAT.

Amely J.

11th Grade, French American International School

I am likely to recommend AJ Tutoring because my scores increased and I learned how to answer every type of question.

Shiv M.

11th Grade, Palo Alto High School

Going over each specific question after my practice tests and then figuring out what I did wrong, and then learning the right answer. I really liked my tutor and I thought the sessions were really helpful.

Emma H.

11th grade, Palo Alto High School

My tutor really tried to let me figure out the problems which helped me tremendously in the long run. AJ's tutors are very friendly and personable-and they know their stuff.

Catherine Y.

11th grade, Palo Alto High School

My scores increased and AJ helped me settle into an SAT environment.

Nick H.

11th grade, Palo Alto High School

My tutor adapted very well to my needs; he always had an abundant amount of resources and suggestions. They are accommodating, professional, kind, and flexible.

Isabelle A.

11th grade, Castilleja

I have had tutors here for all different types of subjects, from math to biology, and they have all been great!

Katie G.

11th grade, Gunn

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