My son is a student at this school and he loves it. It is a school for "gifted" children and while…read moreI hate that label it is what it is. The school goes from pre K-8th grade which is a great thing since the kids will be in one school until high school. It is a private school so it does cost quite a bit but it really is an exceptional school. Whether or not it's worth the money I can't really say. Personally, I would cringe at the price tag if Einstein himself were teaching my child. They just built a new building this year and it is amazing. So much better than the old building they were in. Lots of room and the capability to have more students, classes and teachers. Some pros: The facility is wonderful, the teachers are great and really care about the kids. Reading and math are based on ability, not on grade. So, if your 5-6 year old is reading like a nine-year old, they will be put in with those readers. The school isn't even "grade" based. there is no "1st grade", etc. It is level based. They have a GREAT fine arts program. Extensive art, music and drama programs that you won't find in a public school. Some cons: There is a bit of an elitist attitude there at times but I think it comes more from parents than the staff. There is a bit of communication problem with the school and the parents. There just doesn't seem to be a cohesive way for parents to get the information they need. If you're considering sending your child here, definitely sign up for a visit and a shadow day. Personally, as long as we can afford it, my son will be going to this school.

I recently graduated from SAA, and looking back just a couple years, I have to say that SAA has…read morechanged me a lot. I feel more confident and motivated, and I have made some amazing friends. One of the things about SAA that makes it unique is that the fact that you will do as well as the work you put in. As long as you take advantage of the local resources and have some self motivation to do well, it isn't hard to master the schoolwork and beyond. The teachers are willing to help if you are willing to ask, even when it comes down to academics beyond the classroom. For example, when I needed help for my High School application, or improving my SAT scores, my teachers were glad to lend me a hand. Also, I have to give props to the excelled math program that SAA offers. Where I initially did not enjoy math as a subject at all, SAA motivated me to improve my math ability. I eventually became part of the Math Team and found a passion for mathematics. SAA was a great choice for me, and I got a lot out of my experience.

Both my son and my daughter took their 8th grade education in this school and we loved the academic…read moreprogram here. It was a lot more challenging than the school they came from. The work is about one grade level higher, but our daughter seemed to be thriving in the intense curriculum and looked like she was having fun everyday! I really appreciate the small classroom size and one on one attention. This may not be a school for every child or parent but if you want a good discipline in academics and if you say the safety is first; this is it. Another plus for me is how clean and organized the school is. I was happy to see such a clean facility. Lastly, the teachers were wonderful, as well as the whole staff! The out of school activities were so well coordinated. Thank you Ali Kucuker

I have three kids. Two of them already graduated and went to Northside College Prep, one of the top…read moreperforming magnet schools in Chicago. SAC is a small family environment. My youngest one is in 3rd grade gifted program and loves it. I am very lucky to have such school where my kids are nurtured and challenged.

This is my 5th year being a part of ICS. The teachers are great, the Front desk staff is awesome,…read moreand couldn't ask for a better principal! I have 2 children at ICS, and if there is an issue I have no problem getting a hold of a teacher. If the issue needs further attention, Mr. Amadei is quick to respond and very helpful. He looks out for what is best for the child and for the family!! Keep of the great work ICS!!

It is with the greatest happiness that I have to write this about Devonshire School and District 59…read morein Des Plaines Ill . For it was a school district my parents and other WWII families helped build starting with old Higgins school over 70 years ago. It's nice to see they still have an excellent superintendent , principle, office personnel, and teaching staff.

This is a fantastic elementary school. The staff from the principal to the teachers are all…read morephenomenal and truly prioritize making sure the school is a caring environment for children. I have no regrets of sending my son here for preschool (pk3 and pk4) and highly recommend the teachers and the program for all parents in the area.

From the owner: Embers Academy is a private, independent school, rooted in the Catholic Faith, serving grades…read morePre-Kindergarten through Fifth. Embers is committed to the pursuit of academic excellence and character formation. Embers sees each student as a child of God and a gift from God and helps them to acquire knowledge, develop skills, and practice moral behavior.

First let me say that my experience was around 40 years ago when I attended Angel town‼Yes a long…read morelong long time ago so I remember my 4th grade teacher Mrs Arrenberg(Madian Name) She got married as I can't think of it ( Hope I spelled your name right) She asked me to read out loud in reading book or English I can't remember BUT what I do remember was struggling pitifully to read and sound out 3 letter words not to mention 4,5,6 letters and crying while trying my very best read‼She help me through my 3 sentence paragraph and rubbed my back and arm and said now I know that anyone who tried as hard as you and didn't give up should not feel ashamed No Mam she said A LOT of people would have quit and said I can't she said You are brave and strong and a hard working student there's no quit in you and Be proud of the job you did you gave it every bit of your best‼Then she preceded to tell the rest of the class that she wants everyone to always try that hard and always give their absolute best effort because they can hold their held up high and be proud‼She completely turned the entire experience around and NOT only for me but for my entire classNow that's not even the BEST PARTAt break she asked me to wait for a moment to talk for a secondThat's when she asked could we read a couple of sentences together from all kinds of books and see how comfortable I feelWell I know now it wasn't about comfort it was because she knew and needed to confirm that I COULD NOT READ‼Mind you I was in 4th grade and could barely read at 1st grade level‼She used her own personal time after school and even weekends and taught me 1-4 grade reading that's right in a years time I learned how to read 1st-4th grade levels‼To this day I don't give up I might cry or be extremely upset BUT I WONT AND DONT QUIT after accomplishing that with her help I can't do any different I owe that to her if anything else I will love her appreciate her and have a ridiculous amount of gratitude and NEVER FORGET HER I still use EVERYTHING she taught me even the LITTLE TRICKS that still help me to this day‼I will always need to use my tools and tricks I have a reading and comprehension disability that HASN'T AND WILL NOT EVER GO AWAY ‼So Angel town had a actual Angel on staff and that's how I will ALWAYS REMEMBER ITMy mother didn't pay enough attention to know I couldn't read which as a mother myself is unbelievably horrible and she should have been ashamed and embarrassed of her lack of parenting BUT NO She just went on with her life and thanked Ms Arrenberg for helping me but she never joined us at our dinning room table once NOR after Ms Arrenberg had left for the evening NEVER helped me during my crunch year (4 grades in 1YEAR) or after with any kind of homeworkWherever Ms Arrenberg is I hope she is blessed because she was A BLESSING TO ME My own personal ANGEL for a moment in time

My parents relied on Angel Town nearly 30 years ago for my brother and me, and cannot speak highly…read moreenough of them now that my own children are alumni. The facility itself is not the newest looking think you'll find, but put your vanity aside in favor of a clean facility with excellent staff and very competitive prices. My children LOVED their teachers. We did, too. It's a very nurturing & enriching environment for the kids at all the age levels they accept (6 weeks old - kindergarten). The staff is extremely communicative with parents in terms of daily reports, working on development goals, and anything else you might need. We recently moved away from the area and I cried so much the day I had to end my kids' enrollment at this fine school.

I had been educated in the public school system my entire life until I attended St. Paul my 8th…read moregrade year. I was very nervous entering a school where most students had known everyone since pre-school. I was accepted right away and never looked back. St. Paul was a very nurturing place that felt like family. St. Paul offers many clubs and sports for students to participate and compete at a high level. If you are looking for a faith-based school, a high-quality education in a lovely neighborhood, look no further. Alum and Parish School Ministry Member

I am so grateful that we found St Paul! My son has grown academically, spiritually, socially and…read morehis confidence in himself has grown too! The teachers are loving but demanding. Principal Heinze is a warm, caring, and responsive leader. St Paul is different from other Christian Schools that I have encountered, in that they allow each child to express their unique individuality. There are no overly-strict policies for dress code, and the rules of conduct are reasonable. These are happy, confident children. I am not worried now about my introverted son transitioning into public high school next year. Thank you St Paul!