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1018 Ralston Ave.
Defiance, Ohio 43512
(419) 956-4437
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We had very professional teachers who were able to sit down and help my family member to understand some points they were struggling with. Sylvan was also willing to work with us when scheduling needed to be changed.
Response From Sylvan of Defiance
July 07, 2025
Thank you for your feedback, Elaine! We're so glad you had a good experience.

Continental, OH
My daughter loved going to Sylvan. Ms. Diana was wonderful as a tutor. I can see improvements with my daughter's reading and in her math skills
Response From Sylvan of Defiance
August 24, 2024
Hi Jamie! We're so glad you had a good experience! Ms. Diana is indeed wonderful, and we are grateful to have her!

We had an amazing experience at Science Camp at Sylvan! Maxx had such fun and learned even though he thought he was playing!! Kirsten was very accommodating by changing the camp date so Maxx could attend (outstanding customer service!) Riley, Maxx's teacher was a bubbly ray of sunshine! Our family was thrilled by the experience with Sylvan!
Response From Sylvan of Defiance
August 15, 2024
We're so glad you and Maxx had such a great experience, Nettie! We look forward to working with both of you more in the future! -Kiersten, Director of Education

The whole process from evaluation, to sessions, and followups with progress reports are very professional, easy to understand and explain exactly what areas have seen improvement and what areas still need work. The teacher has shown great patience with my grandson who has ADD and obviously doesn't always stay on task but he is doing well. My only concern or complaint I guess you could say is the cost. I wish Sylvan offered discounts or a sliding scale for those on a limited budget. Extra tutoring/ education shouldn't be only available for the wealthy.
Response From Sylvan of Defiance
July 15, 2024
Jan, thank you for sharing your positive experience! We love your grandson and are glad he has been working well with his teacher. We also appreciate your honest feedback.

My daughter struggled with Math and after a few short months she went up an entire grade level. Her grades in Math are better then they have ever been. I love the small class settings for her to learn. Her teacher learned how my daughter needed to be taught for her to comprehend the material.

Josh has been very easy to work with. They have great options that meet my daughters busy school schedule

It was great
Response From Sylvan of Defiance
July 17, 2023
I'm so happy to see you've had such a positive experience here at Sylvan!

West Unity, OH
My granddaughter has been going to Sylvan for a little over a month now & I can already see a boost in her self confidence and a new willingness to do her schoolwork. Her grades are improving at school. I am very happy with what Sylvan has done for us
Response From Sylvan of Defiance
February 27, 2023
Kathy, we are excited to hear about your granddaughter's renewed confidence!!

Defiance, OH
Our family has appreciated the intentionality of connecting with our daughter and investing in her reading abilities. We wanted someone/ a place to care just as much as we did, as parents, and at Sylvan I'm seeing that.
Response From Sylvan of Defiance
March 08, 2023
Brittney, so happy you are part of the Sylvan family!!

Cloverdale, OH
We have been so happy with our daughters performance and experience at Sylvan learning center. She is excited to go and talks about it all the time. We have seen improvements in her grades and attitude towards school. We are so happy we took the initiative to help our daughter to find her confidence and great tutorship through Sylvan! Can’t wait to see how much more she will grow as we continue on her journey.

Ottawa, OH
Will loves going to Sylvan, and it seems to be helping with his reading comprehension at school.

West Unity, OH
Every time my son comes home he has had a lightbulb moment. He enjoys learning with Sylvan. They are patient and don't make him feel dumb.

Liberty Center, OH
The regular tutor we have is great. My daughter seems to finally be gaining confidence that she CAN learn!

Hicksville, OH
My daughter has flourished and has shown confidence she never had before. It's been an experience that had helped her significantly in a short time.

Napoleon, OH
Our child was struggling with 1st grade curriculum, even with an IEP. As parents we want the best advantage for him! The class setting is wonderful and they make learning fun for him!! He looks forward to going each time. Sylvan learning center so helpful with homework stress too!

Defiance, OH
My son was very worried at the beginning of his school year and very hard on himself thinking he was going to fail. I enrolled him into sylvan. He just brought his first semester grade card home. He made the honor roll.. he was so excited and I was so proud of him.. he doesn't worry everyday now like he used to sylvan has helped him tremendously in such a short amount of time

Sherwood, IN
My son loves coming to Sylvan. He learns so much and still has fun. He likes his tutors and their reward system of points keeps him excited to come back every week. I like how they keep me informed on his progress. They let me know what skills he is working on now and which he will be working on next. It's nice to be able to be involved with his learning and see him gain confidence in his reading and spelling.

Defiance, OH
My daughter goes there

They do a great job with Christopher on listening and colors ,shapes, and the ABC . Christopher loves his teacher Mikaela ❤ and he loves to go there . I am so glad I put Christopher in Sylvan learning Center .They will work out anything or try to if they can ...that's what I like

Edgerton, OH
My granddaughter has benefited greatly from the help they have given her and her confidence has soared!