California Flight Academy
at El Cajon / Gilespie / KSEE, a bit further out from San Diego centre than Montgomery.
Used to be a great place to learn, fly and chill. Aeroplanes were always top notch (slightly more expensive than other places but you get what you pay for!) Staff and instuctors were friendly and knowledgable.
Next door to (Anglo) American Aviation
American Aviation Academy who used to provide a reasonable service. Aeroplanes were a bit, erm, tired last time I looked. That was a while ago, so don't know what the current score is.