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Most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Customers appreciate the staff's dedication and the positive impact on students' grades and test scores. People highlight the flexibility of the service and the personalized attention each student receives. The app is also praised for its user-friendliness and effectiveness. Reviewers feel that the service provides valuable support. Consumers report improved academic performance and increased confidence in their abilities. The educators are described as helpful and supportive, creating a positive learning environment. People also appreciate the guidance provided for college preparation and applications. However, a minority of reviewers express concerns about the value for money and the lack of communication regarding student progress.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
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The new center director, Andrew, is awesome. He helps me a lot.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
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The feedback I got in writing my college application essays was very valuable. The tutors who worked with me doing SAT prep were also very helpful. I did have some slight scheduling difficulties, as s... See more

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

C2’s tutors are stars—our daughter jumped 3 ACT points while laughing through drills—but corporate admin is another story. Sessions ran late on Zoom, we burned hours re-explaining the roster shuffle,... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars
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First, they say unlimited tests.. Then they do not have the test paper for review till you take the class to review the tests, which is one set of classes for English and math.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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My son took a short but intensive schedule with C2 to get him ready for his upcoming ACT and SAT tests. They worked with him and determined that he was best suited to improving on his ACT score vers... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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The guidance and support I’ve received helped test well on my SATs and AP exams. My tutor also helped me better articulate my ideas for my college essay. I’m already prepared to submit college applica... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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C2 always provides us with timely help when we need support in our studies. Every class at C2 makes us feel that the time spent is worthwhile and efficient. Especially under the leadership of the new... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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I’m really grateful to everyone at C2 Potomac Center for helping my brother and me with some of our toughest subjects. The teachers have been so patient and supportive, helping us understand things fa... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had an excellent experience with C2 for my SAT prep. How it started: Based on my performance on the diagnostic SAT, C2 developed a study plan for me. I attended three times a week for most of the s... See more

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars
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We recently received our child’s SAT scores, and to be honest, we were very disappointed. The results came back far lower than what we had expected, especially considering the time, effort, and i... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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We’ve had an excellent experience with C2; they are patient, encouraging, and able to explain concepts in ways that really connect with my child. I highly recommend C2 to any parent looking for a dedi... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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I have been going to C2 since 8th grade and they have helped me improve in all my science and math classes. They have also helped me increase my SAT score by 200 points. The teachers are very friendly... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars
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It was okay. Yes, the program was helpful to some extent. However, my son ultimately achieved a better score using a different program. With C2, his average score across two exams was 1480. Seven mon... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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We were referred by our neighbor to look into C2 for our son. We did and we are seeing an immediate impact with our 6th grader. His test scores have made him eligible and has been accepted into high... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We worked with C2 Education, Susan, and Matt in Westport CT this past year. My 17y/o has ADD and needed help with her study skills and test prep for the SATs and organizational help with her college a... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars
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We have added issues with teachers canceling classes at the last minute. This causes a massive waste of time, especially when the test dates are close. C2 says the number of tests you can take is... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Great experience My son SAT score increased by 210 points The staff is knowledgeable and consistent Manager Josephine and Monica always followed up and encouraged students

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars
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Missing Attendance follow up Reception desk not polite and also don’t try to resolve queries. We are seeking outcome driven solutions rather than just filling up hours without true value add. Facul... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service by the teachers and the managing staff, especially Isiah and Ashley. They are no doubt a great team and know what the students and their parents want. My son Zain received a 30-hour... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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We worked with two tutors at the C2 on Homestead Road in the Foothill Plaza Shopping Center in Los Altos. We are very pleased with my child's improvement in academics with their help. There are quite... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Best place for learning and educating yourself to a higher level. Teacher are great and truly helps the students with one on one needs. Also, they help with college preparations as well as with colleg... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Regarding SAT prep, program most definitely works. My daughter already went up 100 points on the Math portion and she is not finished preparing yet. Also the staff are very knowledgeable and enthus... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars
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There's no communication given by the center as to the progress of the child. Evalauation test was given but i never heard from the center how's my child was doing in her class, Asa parent i need to k... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We have been using this center for my two children for the past six month and it has been a great experience. My children worked mostly with two exceptionally qualified and good tutors, Art and Cather... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Verified

The communication to get in for an assessment and the ongoing communication is really easy and I appreciate that I always hear back quickly. My son really likes the structure of the program and sa... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Danielle runs the Westfield Center and makes this place what it is. She is personable, listens to really understand the needs and addresses what would work best. She is realistic but very positive.... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Thank you for the excellent tutoring at C2 Education. Thank you tutor Caleb for helping my son. We appreciate you so much. Your knowledge and expertise is amazing. Also, Thank you Shekha (Education C... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Whether your student needs help with school work or is preparing for standardized tests, C2 is a tremendous aid in getting improved results! The difference C2 has made for my son is 30%+ increase in... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

C2 has helped me so much not only with improving my SAT scores, but also by managing my grades. When I started coming to C2, all my subjects I was having trouble with such as pre-calculus and physics,... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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C2 was very helpful in helping my son improve his ACT scores. From his first practice test to his second official test he improved by 11 points! They were also helpful in educating us about the proc... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

C2 Education in Greenwich CT is wonderful! My daughter came back to CT at Grade 10 and she has received tremendous help here with those outstanding teachers. The director and scheduling manager are... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Enrolled my son with barely 3 weeks to the Agust 2019 SAT test. Within a week he was able to improve his assessment score by 200. On the actual SAT, his score was beyond my expectation. I am grateful... See more

Rated 3 out of 5 stars
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When joining they promise attention to every detail but after joining they don't care anymore. They have not even setup the parent conference for more than 2 months now despite several requests. Also... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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C2 at Cedar Knolls is a great and effective education organization. Manager Jennifer is very professional and helpful. C2 helped my daughter to get al good ACT score on her first try. They are now ass... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I started ACT Prep towards the end of Sophomore year and throughout the whole experience, I was always welcomed with friendly staff and eager students who were trying to improve their skills and learn... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am currently attending C2 education as a student and absolutely love it! I feel like I improve so much every week and am more comfortable with taking the SAT now knowing so much I originally didn't!... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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My daughter was able to bring her math grade up significantly along with obtain more confidence in the classroom. During finals she was also able to get help with any subject needed. They also have pr... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I registered my two kids, Rebecca and Mathew, each a different child. Rebecca was tutored in the SAT, but she didn't improve her score, and they never took the initiative to help her with... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Great team. Outstanding advisors and teachers at Burke VA. Special thanks to Matt G for guiding both my kids to great success.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Great tutors, flexible scheduling, excellent prep materials and practice tests. This is a good set up for SAT prep.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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We got excellent working experience with the Torrance site director- Leon. He is very professional and knowledgeable which helps our kid’s academic work and college application process. We really appr... See more

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars
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It is too expensive for high school tutoring, there is loss of continuity as we cannot get same tutor each session.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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The tutors were really fabulous and went out of their way to accommodate my needs and schedules.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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We had a great experience with C2. Teachers are responsive, clear, and kind.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Torrance site director -Leon did an excellent job to work with us on our daughter’s college application.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Verified

Received a lot of help for SAT and AP Exams, the staff is very kind!

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Verified

Not a value for money. No feedback on student progress. Only reach out to sell more hours.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Invited

C2 helped my son with SAT test preparation and he was accepted into 9 out of 11 colleges he applied to and received full & partial scholarships. Presently using them to help my daughter with her adva... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From the moment we walked through the doors, we felt a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The facility is clean, bright, and filled with engaging toys and activities. The staff members are not only highl... See more

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About C2 Education

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At C2 Education, we believe in our students and their potential for greatness. We guide them toward achieving their dreams and help families benefit from a better education, now and always.

For over 20 years, C2 Education has been helping students improve test scores, boost GPAs, and gain admission to their dream colleges. We serve over 14,000 elementary, middle, and high school students each week at over 180 centers nationwide.

Our students’ success speaks volumes. In the past five years alone, C2 students have received over 25,000 dream college acceptances and more than $180 million in scholarship offers.

Together, we achieve great results — higher SAT and ACT scores, better GPAs, and more dream college acceptances.

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3.6

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

407 reviews

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars
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I didn’t see any real improvement or…

I didn’t see any real improvement or value for the money I paid. I expected professional support and structure, but unfortunately, that wasn’t the case. My daughter ended up scoring better on ACT score which they were discouraging her to take. I wouldn’t recommend this service based on my experience.

October 16, 2024
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Guidance and Support

The guidance and support I’ve received helped test well on my SATs and AP exams. My tutor also helped me better articulate my ideas for my college essay. I’m already prepared to submit college applications!

October 10, 2025
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Reply from C2 Education

We're happy to hear that our guidance helped you excel on your SATs and AP exams. We're glad our tutor assisted you with your college essay. Thank you for your positive feedback!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars
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Unlimited tests - Totally false

First, they say unlimited tests.. Then they do not have the test paper for review till you take the class to review the tests, which is one set of classes for English and math.

October 10, 2025
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Reply from C2 Education

Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to see that your experience with C2 Education didn’t meet your expectations. We’d like to learn more about what happened and work towards a solution. Please email us at customersupport@c2education.com so we can assist you further.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Accommodating

Accommodating, anticipate needs of student

October 10, 2025
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Reply from C2 Education

We're happy to hear that we could meet the student's needs. Thank you for your positive feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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5 Star

Good company nice service

October 9, 2025
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Reply from C2 Education

We appreciate your kind words and we're so glad you had a nice experience with our service. Thank you!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Verified

Outstanding Tutoring That Builds Confidence and Results

We’ve had an excellent experience with C2; they are patient, encouraging, and able to explain concepts in ways that really connect with my child. I highly recommend C2 to any parent looking for a dedicated, knowledgeable, and caring tutor.

October 8, 2025
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Reply from C2 Education

We're happy to hear that your child is connecting with our teaching methods. It's wonderful to know that our team's dedication and knowledge are a great fit. Thank you for recommending us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Verified

Received a lot of help for SAT and AP…

Received a lot of help for SAT and AP Exams, the staff is very kind!

October 7, 2025
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Reply from C2 Education

We're glad our kind staff helped you with your SAT and AP Exams. Thank you for your positive feedback; we appreciate it!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Highly satisfied

My son took a short but intensive schedule with C2 to get him ready for his upcoming ACT and SAT tests. They worked with him and determined that he was best suited to improving on his ACT score versus his SAT score and he improved by seven points!
I liked that they kept talking with him and determined what type of learner he was and which teachers he enjoyed the most.
Highly satisfied.

October 21, 2024
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Reply from C2 Education

We're happy to hear that your son improved his ACT score! It's great that our team could identify his learning style and preferences. Thank you for sharing your positive experience.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Verified

Great experience

I have been going to C2 since 8th grade and they have helped me improve in all my science and math classes. They have also helped me increase my SAT score by 200 points. The teachers are very friendly and easy to talk to and they answer all my questions.

October 5, 2025
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Reply from C2 Education

We're happy to hear that our team members have supported your academic growth since 8th grade! It's great to know that we've helped you improve your scores and that you find our team members approachable and helpful. Thanks for your feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Torrance site director -Leon did an…

Torrance site director -Leon did an excellent job to work with us on our daughter’s college application.

October 4, 2025
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Reply from C2 Education

We're happy to hear that we were able to help with your daughter's college application. Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars
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Focus on Money not student

Not a value for money. No feedback on student progress. Only reach out to sell more hours.

October 2, 2025
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Reply from C2 Education

Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to see that your experience with C2 Education didn’t meet your expectations. We’d like to learn more about what happened and work towards a solution. Please email us at customersupport@c2education.com so we can assist you further. We appreciate the opportunity to address your concerns.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Verified

Amazing teachers

We had a great experience with C2. Teachers are responsive, clear, and kind.

October 1, 2025
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Reply from C2 Education

We're glad you had a great experience with us. We appreciate your kind words about our teachers; thank you for your feedback!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars
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Child’s SAT score

We recently received our child’s SAT scores, and to be honest, we were very disappointed. The results came back far lower than what we had expected, especially considering the time, effort, and investment we’ve put into C2 program. Our child is a bright student, and it’s difficult to reconcile how someone with that level of ability could end up with such an outcome after months of preparation here.
It does make us question whether the program’s approach was the right fit.
We had hoped for a more tailored strategy that addressed our child’s strengths and weaknesses.

At this point, we genuinely feel let down, and it leaves us wondering whether we might have been better off pursuing alternative methods of preparation.
We share this feedback in the hope that C2 will consider ways to improve its support, accountability, and results, so families like ours can feel that their investment is truly worthwhile.

September 29, 2025
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Reply from C2 Education

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We take every family’s concerns seriously and are sorry to hear that your experience has not met expectations. At C2 Education, our programs are most effective when students engage consistently in SAT preparation, attend sessions multiple times per week, and complete the individualized consultation (IC) process so we can align goals and track progress.

In this case, the majority of the hours used with us were dedicated to AP subject support rather than SAT preparation. Within that focus, we were proud to help the student achieve a two-letter grade improvement in her AP coursework. While we encouraged additional SAT sessions and offered to schedule an IC to review test prep progress, those steps were not taken. SAT success requires both strong instruction and consistent practice along with a structured study plan over time. This is something we continue to emphasize with all of our families.

We remain committed to supporting students in achieving their goals and would welcome the opportunity to reconnect directly to discuss a more tailored plan for success moving forward.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Would recommend

Very in-depth teaching and explanations

September 28, 2025
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Reply from C2 Education

We're happy to hear that you found our teaching and explanations to be very in-depth. Thank you for your positive feedback.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars
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Well intentioned

Nice people, not entirely helpful for certain topics

September 28, 2025
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Reply from C2 Education

We appreciate your feedback and are sorry we couldn't fully meet your needs. We'll use this to improve our services in all areas.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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I’m really grateful to everyone at C2…

I’m really grateful to everyone at C2 Potomac Center for helping my brother and me with some of our toughest subjects. The teachers have been so patient and supportive, helping us understand things faster and better. They’re very responsible too—keeping track of our progress, reminding us when we need to adjust the pace or focus of our lessons. I also really appreciate how warmly they communicate with my dad, so there’s a full loop from school to C2 to him, keeping everyone in the loop. Our growth wouldn’t have been possible without all the hard work and dedication from the C2 Potomac teachers—thank you so much!

September 28, 2025
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Reply from C2 Education

We're so happy to hear that the team has been helpful to you and your brother. We appreciate you mentioning the teachers' patience, support, and communication. It's great to know that their hard work has contributed to your growth. Thank you for your feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Positive outcome

Great experience
My son SAT score increased by 210 points
The staff is knowledgeable and consistent
Manager Josephine and Monica always followed up and encouraged students

September 27, 2025
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Reply from C2 Education

We're happy to hear about your son's score increase! We appreciate you mentioning our knowledgeable staff and their consistent follow-up and encouragement of students.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Everything is bad.

September 27, 2025
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Reply from C2 Education

Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to see that your experience with C2 Education didn’t meet your expectations. We’d like to learn more about what happened and work towards a solution. Please email us at customersupport@c2education.com so we can assist you further. We appreciate the opportunity to address your concerns.

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