Attended the membership bootcamp today after attending for the past month. So tired of thinking I'm…read morein welcoming church only for the pastor to present a completely different theology from what came from the pulpit. The board pastor stated that LGBTQ+, alcoholics, drug addicts and people living in sin would not be welcome to be members here. I believe all churches should welcome all people into church community as that's how growth happens and as that's the whole point of Christ: being the physical incarnation and sacrifice of Gods Love!

The compassion and diversity of church is what every church (around the world) should be. Must…read morestrive to emulate. Refresh Church has the recipe!!

John Burroughs is truly a life changing experience as a recent graduate I cannot thank Burroughs…read moreenough for making me a better man.

Looked great on the outside, I was dying for a bite to eat when I was passing by so I stopped in…read more Food was stale.

This school is one of a kind! From the unique campus, to the amazing teachers, Forsyth provides a…read morechallenging but nurturing environment for all different types of learners. I have one graduate from Forsyth and two children who currently attend the school. It has been amazing to see how prepared my oldest child was when she started at a local, independent 7-12 secondary school upon graduation from Forsyth. Her transition was seamless and we have Forsyth to thank! My two kids who still attend Forsyth are very different children and I have been so thankful for the teachers' abilities to really know my kids from both a learning and emotional perspective. The individual attention the kids at Forsyth receive is priceless.

Forsyth School is by far one of the most prestigious private elementary schools (K-3 through 6th…read moregrade) in the St. Louis area. Forsyth takes a unique holistic approach to child development and education, through its "Challenge" program which is the foundation upon which the Forsyth curriculum is structured. Located adjacent to Washington University and across from Forest Park, Forsyth School has an unforgettable campus with classrooms in six repurposed, historic houses. Forsyth is all about challenge; with support from great teachers and classmates; and independence of thought and expression. It's a place where personal best counts: on the field, on the stage, in the classroom, and on the high ropes course in the the Forsyth Adventure Center. It's a place to stretch beyond your comfort zone; memory mapping, Shakespeare plays, and challenge days. Here children develop critical thinking skills; they learn that if they work hard, they can accomplish difficult and complex projects. Forsyth graduates are well prepared for the most selective secondary schools. Remember, you get what you pay for so tuition cost is moderate. Can you put a price on your child's education? Forsyth also offers after school care and Summer Camps!

We have attended this excellent church for about five years now. First, let me give you the…read morebasics. The church has about 1500 attendees spread across five Sunday services at two locations (there is one service at a site in Chesterfield). As of this writing, there are four Sunday services at the Clayton location, at 8:15, 9:45, 11:15, and 5:00. At any service you will hear (and sing) old and new music, however the 8:15 and 9:45 services are most traditional, with mostly hymns sung to an organ. The other two services feature guitars, piano, violin, etc., and sing modern songs more often. The 11:15 service is significantly more liturgical that the 5:00 service, and maybe even more than the other morning services. This church is definitely focused first and foremost on teaching. Sermons are exegetical and usually about half an hour long (and can be listened to on the church website, centralpres.com. They also have a sermon archive stretching back into the 1980's now!) The current senior pastor is a former professor of New Testament studies at Covenant Seminary and is the author of several books, and host of some video series' as well. During most of the year, the church does a big meal and classes on Wednesday nights. There is also Sunday School, of course. The other great strength of the church is in music. Concerts are regularly performed by the choir or other musicians in the church, and attendance for the Christmas concert literally overflows the pews. The church is a member of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church denomination, which means that it is theologically reformed and relatively conservative. I know that word means different things to different people, so I'm always hesitant to use it - but if you want to know more, check out the denomination website at epc.org.

I think David's review (below) is very helpful. If you are looking for a church with a great Bible…read moreteacher, wonderful opportunities to serve alongside other believers and a way to get plugged in almost every day (From community groups, to Symphony concerts, to Mothers morning outs...) there is truly something for everyone. If you are interested and have questions about the church or the beliefs-- or if you want to check it out... please private message me! I would be happy to help you get plugged in.

The lack of supervision and classroom coverage has made Saint Margaret's a festering cesspool for…read moreschool bullies. My daughter has been physically assaulted by three different male students, one continuously. She has been head butted and shoved during car line where students wait to be picked up. She has been kicked, shoved, punched, and slapped in the face on the play ground. She has been shoved, kicked, punched, and now had her arm twisted to the point she has a sprained elbow. We have requested that the school informs us of any incidents involving our daughter. We are never contacted by the school. We are informed after school by our daughter. When we contact the school we are told the kids were just rough housing or that no one saw anything. Most recently, the principal denied talking with my daughter while she was in the office with an ice pack for her elbow. My daughter is devastated to learn an adult who is suppose to be concerned for her well-being would lie about something that directly effects her safety. We are a Jewish family at a Catholic school, we've always been open and honest about this fact. We've always taught our daughter respect and learn about other religions. When the situation at school escalated rather than being addressed, I asked the principal if there could possibly be Anti-Semitic concerns, the principal laughed at me and said "She's not Jewish!" He laughed at me as if I didn't understand what the word meant. I looked at him and said yes she is and we've never hidden that fact. I told him I also knew she wasn't the first one at Saint Margaret's. The principal never addressed my concern but claimed most issues are handled by the teachers to empower them and that he tries no to get in the way of "empowering" his teachers. Any previous reputation the school may have had does not apply to its current condition or principal.

Very different review from my last school review. This school is at the other end of the scale. We…read moresent our son here for 1st grade and he absolutely loves it. He has thanked us for sending him here. :) All of the staff, teachers, and parents are very helpful and friendly and if they don't know something they will go find out for you. He has all the basic subjects here and the extras, music, library, spanish, etc. They also have extra after school programs including art and music. You do have to pay for them but they are not very expensive at all. They also have the Cub Scouts and the YMCA does before care and after care for the school. The school also has many events for the parents and kids, they are currently organizing a Daddy-Daughter Dance, they had a parents ball, a walk a thon, a pumpkin festival. If the rest of the year is as good as the first part he will definately be back next year too!

St. Francis Xavier is a stunning church, especially once you step inside. The music is beautiful,…read moreand it was inspiring to see so many young people actively participating in the liturgy. There's a real sense of Catholic renewal here, something that feels uplifting not only for St. Louis but for the wider world. The church is absolutely worth visiting--whether you're coming to worship or simply to appreciate remarkable architecture.

Stunning stone gothic church on Grand Avenue is the religious center of St. Louis University…read more Founded in 1818, SLU is a Jesuit university in midtown which is next to Grand Center which has the Fabulous Fox and Powell Hall.

If I could give this school negative stars I would. I have sent 2 children through wydown and it…read morewas an absolute shit show. The assistant principal cate pautch is a bitch. She picks on students who she doesn't like and blames them for things that students she does like did. And the head principal Jamie Jordan isn't any better she's just fucking useless. While wydown might be ranked highly as far as middle schools in Missouri go I would never in a million years send another child here. I can't stress enough how awful it is. As with any school there is a few wonderful staff members but it's a needle in a haystack type of situation.

Clayton School District is reputed to be one of the best in the country. Our experience hasn't been…read moreas impressive as rankings might suggest. The school district has a LOT of work to do with its students of color. In addition, school leadership repeatedly refuses to take these concerns seriously or make significant changes. I think this school is excellent for the average privileged nonminority child - it takes a child set up for success and helps them succeed. I continue to question their methods with children of color, including the curriculum and literature that is taught, and the frequent insertion of conservative politics into the classes by various teachers. There are few staff members there that I enjoy. I don't think I would recommend it to others.

I absolutely LOVE The Wilson School!!!…read more Do yourself and those you love a favor and check this school out for your children, friends, and family members! Wilson serves Pre-K through 6th grade. My daughter goes to The Wilson School and I absolutely love it! She gets an excellent education, they cater to the children's needs, they are committed to social and emotional well-being of the children and not solely academics, the families are more of a community than just parents. It's the most warm and welcoming environment EVER! Additionally, being in the midst of a pandemic, they did not miss a beat. Our school seamlessly switched to online learning and the kids remained engaged and didn't fall behind educationally. They also respected if some children needed adjustments because of the impact that quick shift and social isolation was having on the kiddos and adjusted workloads because the children's mental health was what mattered most. I am immune compromised and TERRIFIED of COVID-19, but we were able to safely send our daughter in person to school because they have gone above and beyond CDC Guidelines and safety measures. Kids' classes are their cohorts and they don't mix cohorts (5th grade has about 20 students total). They have space to break up, they use outdoor spaces and tents, etc. Masking hasn't been an issue...It's been absolutely wonderful! Also, they have the option (which is another thing I attribute lack of COVID-19 spreading at the school) of ConnectED Flex which means that even if my child is an in person student, if I feel the need to keep her home for a few days, weeks, or months, I can do that and she's learning along with her classmates. She doesn't miss a beat. Some people have used this option if they think they may have been exposed or if they had family gatherings and didn't want to risk harm to the rest of The Wilson School family. When numbers got high before Thanksgiving, I brought my daughter home virtually and have kept her home as I watched how things shook out after the holidays. She went back in person when I felt comfortable and didn't lose a step!! Seamless! Oh, and they frequently hold Town Halls to get parents' input on how things are going and what we would like to see and send surveys for us to voice our thoughts, opinions, desires, etc. They celebrate ALL cultures and holidays. They teach the kids to be independent thinkers and speak up on their own behalf rather than parents doing that which I love (my daughter is in 5th grade, it's different if there's a preschooler of course!). They discuss real, relevant issues like what happened on the 6th at the Capitol or what happened with George Floyd. They know this is on kids' minds and they need not only a safe space to have this conversation, but also to know that other people see their HUMANITY. Depending on one's lived experience, certain issues hit differently and they deserve the space to have the conversations and see things from others' viewpoints while respecting and learning from differences. As a Wilson mom, I could not have dreamed of a better school for my daughter. Prior to coming here, I prayed a school like this existed, but thought I would have to settle because nothing like this could possibly exist. Every single day I feel like I'm living a dream. This school is so amazing from the leadership to the staff, to the teachers, to the parents, and straight to the students. My daughter is happy EVERY DAY. She NEVER wants to miss school and the education she is receiving is PHENOMENAL and beyond anything she's EVER experienced. I can't say enough good things about this school. I could go on and on! Finally, they do also offer tuition assistance so don't be deterred by costs. Hope this helps!

My son joined the Wilson school since JK. We looked around a few private schools around the area…read more The Wilson is the best fit for our son and our family. The teacher and leaders are friendly and open-minded. My son loves to go to school, he used to be shy, but now he is confident. We are glad we chose the Wilson School; at first, I was worried about one cohort per grade, but in the end, it turned out perfect; they learned how to respect and accept their differences, and everyone gets along. The teachers provided positive, immediate feedback about their performance at school. Schools provide enough extra activities after-school, like math club, chess club, music lessons, drama classes, and some sports, etc. It is enough but does not overwhelm the parent. So I don't have to drive him around to take the extra class. They also have summer camps, spring, and winter. It is lovely, so I know there is always somewhere he can go. I am an anxious mum, but when my son is in Wilson school, I don't worry about him, and I can focus on my job. I know they will take good care of him. He is not pleased that I picked him up so early. He wants to stay in school longer.

This has been my church for several years! A great place to belong, grow and serve! When we say all…read moreare welcome, we earnestly mean it.

This place radiated a welcoming spirit the first time I visited, and since then, for ten years, it…read morehas challenged me and my world Is better for it.

My two sons are in their second year at Ethical Society Nursery School and we could not be happier…read morewith our experience. The play-based learning structure combined with talented, nurturing teachers has resulted in so many positive developmental strides in my children. They have made great friends and it's become our home away from home. With affordable tuition and an amazing community, this is seriously the best preschool in the Ladue / Clayton / U City area!

So thankful for this cozy, caring, wonderful school. Our daughter is so happy to go to school every…read moremorning. We've made wonderful friendships with parents and kids and staff alike. Thank you ESNS for being reasonably priced, flexible, and welcoming. We're so thankful for our second home