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's ability to explain both concepts and applications equally well-both the 'why' and the 'how'. It doesn't feel too formal or stiff, but my tutor is still committed to making sure I understand the material.

Will H.

11th grade, Bellarmine College Prep

My tutor always knew how to solve every problem. She was very patient with helping me and made learning math extremely enjoyable. The tutors at AJ Tutoring are very qualified and I always learn so much. This is reflected ... Read More

Michelle B.

12th grade, Leland

I loved how well my tutor and I worked together. She made things easy to understand and worked hard to make things memorable (rules, etc.)

Ellie D.

11th Grade, Mitty High School

I was never afraid to ask questions, and I was able to reach my goal with my tutor's help. Tutoring was actually a fun part of my week! My tutor was so friendly and helpful. I really grateful for all the help I received.

Hailey W.

11th Grade, Presentation High School

The sessions are more interactive, and you use clues and specific methods to approach the questions.

Eric C.

11th grade, Lynbrook High School

It certainly helped me improve, and I would like my friends to receive the same benefit.

Hunter R.

11th grade, Bellarmine

Very professional but relaxed environment. The tutors know their stuff and will help you learn what you need to know, all with a good attitude!

Fiona J.

11th grade, Westmont High School

The tutoring was very effective and there were clear strategies that really helped me.

Izzy B.

11th grade, Mitty High School

I have recommended AJ before and all of my friends love it too.

Lauren T.

11th grade, Presentation High School

The tutors really focus on your needs and what you need to improve on.

Manali D.

11th grade

I took something away from everything we did.

Lauren G.

11th grade, Mitty High School

After attending AJ, I would recommend it to anyone who is about to take the SAT or anyone who has struggled with the SAT in the past. The tips and tricks were so helpful and I was able to realize my potential for getting ... Read More

Elliott P.

11th grade, Mitty High School

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AJ Tutoring’s best tutoring reviews and testimonials

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.

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

Stephen C.

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.

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

Darlyn S.

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.

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.

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.

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's ability to explain both concepts and applications equally well-both the 'why' and the 'how'. It doesn't feel too formal or stiff, but my tutor is still committed to making sure I understand the material.

Will H.

My tutor's ability to explain both concepts and applications equally well-both the 'why' and the 'how'. It doesn't feel too formal or stiff, but my tutor is still committed to making sure I understand the material.

Will H.

My tutor always knew how to solve every problem. She was very patient with helping me and made learning math extremely enjoyable. The tutors at AJ Tutoring are very qualified and I always learn so much. This is reflected ... Read More

Michelle B.

My tutor always knew how to solve every problem. She was very patient with helping me and made learning math extremely enjoyable. The tutors at AJ Tutoring are very qualified and I always learn so much. This is reflected in the improvement of my grades at school.

Michelle B.

I loved how well my tutor and I worked together. She made things easy to understand and worked hard to make things memorable (rules, etc.)

Ellie D.

I loved how well my tutor and I worked together. She made things easy to understand and worked hard to make things memorable (rules, etc.)

Ellie D.

I was never afraid to ask questions, and I was able to reach my goal with my tutor's help. Tutoring was actually a fun part of my week! My tutor was so friendly and helpful. I really grateful for all the help I received.

Hailey W.

I was never afraid to ask questions, and I was able to reach my goal with my tutor's help. Tutoring was actually a fun part of my week! My tutor was so friendly and helpful. I really grateful for all the help I received.

Hailey W.

The sessions are more interactive, and you use clues and specific methods to approach the questions.

Eric C.

The sessions are more interactive, and you use clues and specific methods to approach the questions.

Eric C.

It certainly helped me improve, and I would like my friends to receive the same benefit.

Hunter R.

It certainly helped me improve, and I would like my friends to receive the same benefit.

Hunter R.

Very professional but relaxed environment. The tutors know their stuff and will help you learn what you need to know, all with a good attitude!

Fiona J.

Very professional but relaxed environment. The tutors know their stuff and will help you learn what you need to know, all with a good attitude!

Fiona J.

The tutoring was very effective and there were clear strategies that really helped me.

Izzy B.

The tutoring was very effective and there were clear strategies that really helped me.

Izzy B.

I have recommended AJ before and all of my friends love it too.

Lauren T.

I have recommended AJ before and all of my friends love it too.

Lauren T.

The tutors really focus on your needs and what you need to improve on.

Manali D.

The tutors really focus on your needs and what you need to improve on.

Manali D.

I took something away from everything we did.

Lauren G.

I took something away from everything we did.

Lauren G.

After attending AJ, I would recommend it to anyone who is about to take the SAT or anyone who has struggled with the SAT in the past. The tips and tricks were so helpful and I was able to realize my potential for getting ... Read More

Elliott P.

Elliott P.