Even though I do not have human kids of my own,.... this would be the place for them to be educated…read moreat. They learn through uncommon ways, such as,...if your kid loves music,....they learn through that venue along with dance and theatre. So, the child is excited to learn! What a fantastic way for kids to be excited to go to school! Plus,,...they welcome all lifestyles to the school, gay, bisexual, etc. This school is very welcoming to any and all that comes through the doors. I hope that all that visit here, falls in love with what they experience. Brooke

I gave this school my most prized possession, my 4 year old daughter. I wanted for her to have the…read moresame summer experience I had when I attended New City School as a kid. I can tell you now that it's not the same. I dropped her off Monday morning at 8:45 to a playground with 100 kids. I didn't get to meet her camp counselor, and I was not able to enter the school due to Covid. I was okay with that, and nervous at the same time but again, I had attended there as a kid for several summers and my daughter has been in school since she was 2yo. She is friendly and delightful child so I thought I was making the right decision. By 9:30 am I was getting a call while at work. The director called me and told me that my daughter was having a rough morning, and trying to adjust. We picked her up early. The next day I called around 1pm and they said "they hadn't heard anything, so she must be fine." Thursday morning we dropped her off at 8:45, before my husband could make it to work, we were receiving a call saying that she was crying, and we need to pick her up right away and that this would HAVE to be her last day. The director told me that she didn't have the staff or the time to accommodate my child. They had 3 teachers to several 3 & 4 year olds. As a mother I was distraught. I couldn't believe that they had through my thrown my 4 yo out of summer camp. I wrote this to say that I am very disappointed in what this school has become. Also, I feel as if they didn't have the staff, why would they take on more than they could handle? So if your child needs special accommodations, or more attention than the average child. This is not the school because they clearly don't have the time. If I could have given zero stars I would have. I sent my daughter here with the intentions of her attending the school for kindergarten, but that won't happen. They made my child feel little, and they made me feel horrible as a parent.

It is a horrible school with an extremely corrupt faculty that will single students out and make…read moretheir time there an absolute nightmare. They would hold students back for a wide variety of silly reasons such as them having below average handwriting and being slightly younger than other students, and if they had a slight speach impediment, even if they excel in all other areas.

We chose to send my children to an independent school in the hope that they might become the best…read moreversion of themselves that they could be. We wanted them to learn, of course, but we also wanted to make sure they were welcomed and recognized for their own unique personalities and interests. My wife and I believe a great school must know and understand each child as an individual, while also having the resources, programs, and experts required to challenge and inspire our children. Community School has exceeded our expectations. The teachers do a wonderful job of working in small groups with the kids so that they truly understand each child's strengths and challenges. They "get" each one of our kids. But it goes beyond that as well. They encourage the students to find something that they feel passionate about and then push them to pursue that interest. My oldest son is proud that the school trusts him to choose his own projects in woodshop or sign a contract for independent work in math. For my daughter, Community will always be the place that encouraged her to be comfortable on a stage in front of an audience. Community is a special place. My children head out the door excited for school every single day. They love it even more than we do.

Amazing staff & program! The teachers truly care for all students. Farm based, so lots of animal…read moreinteractions. My son truly enjoys going to school when he hated his previous school. Highly recommend!

I absolutely love this school! Every single teacher at this school is extremely knowledgeable about…read moreeducation. Teachers take one on one time with each child to make sure they are doing their job as it should be. Both of my children are advanced in every subject. They come home teaching me things I didn't know lol.. Highly recommended if you are looking for an amazing private school.

We love St. John! Both of our children have been going here since Kindergarten, and top to bottom,…read morethe experience has been incredible. First, the teachers are all so caring and get to know your child more than any other school we've experienced. Second, the Individualized Learning that is promoted throughout the school really allows your child to flourish according to their strengths. For example, if your child is good at math, they can accelerate and not be held back like most settings. Every child is ensured of meeting grade standards, however. It really feels like children are learning differently these days, and St. John is at the forefront of an innovative approach. Lastly, a Christian education is important to us, and St. John embodies a Christian learning experience that we desire. My kids love going there and we can't imagine a better environment for them.

What an amazing school, full of kind, caring and skilled teachers and staff that truly care about…read moreeach and every student! The personalized learning curriculum and environment is a perfect option to prepare kids for the future. My kids have been nurtured and challenged every step of the way. Do yourself a favor and schedule a tour!

Very nice courteous instructors, beautiful location and professional staff. Was very happy with the…read morevisit..

An incredible school, great use of Montessori. I wish it continued through high school. When I…read moremoved, I was light years ahead of my peers in reading and math, even at other very good private schools. The staff is very warm. During a summer I was there, there was a flash flood. The custodian saw the water coming in, and all the students were taken to higher ground in a safe and calm manner.

We moved our child based on favoritism towards people who contribute, the more you contribute, then…read morethe more you'll play on any of the sports teams. The administrators are completely conflicted being a Vice President and coach of the JV baseball team

One of three Marianist prep schools in the area. My intention was to visit the Marianist Art…read moregallery but decided to walk around the property first because of the interesting and unique sculptures that cover the campus. Lots of rich history on these grounds. The Marianists have created a hidden gem within the St Louis community. If you appreciate art, these campus grounds are definitely a place to visit (and its free!).

We've been part of this beautifully imperfect community for 7+ years now and are grateful for the…read morekind, caring administration staff and super happy with the theatre program and friendships the kids have made here.

This school has been a blessing to my daughter and her daughters. Her olest wmas born an artist…read moreand is gery intelligent but not overly interested in strict environments devoted primarily bvb to academics. Having alternitives classes surrounding academics allows to destress and gies her somethingbto look forward to and makes her day go much smoother. Her two younger sisters have been going there too and have gotten the fine arts bug from theatre to violin lessons. Beingvable to participate in "projects" where everyone is included and involved and must be finished plus the great leszons ofvworking thru thr nerves of auditions, opening night to the show is over, what's next are all great life lessons t hff st will helpnwith job interviews, preparation, disappointment and keep going as an adult. Teachers have been personal and wonderful. Highly recommrnded.

Hello! In all of my years of teaching chess at various school, I have never experienced such an…read moreamazing, fun loving, God educated school of all the schools. First I've never seen a school that allows their student to have class outside for much of the day. Most schools I have taught chess at have classes on the inside and the students only would come out for recess. I taught chess at Agape for a few semesters and the students were a blast to teach. In fact, there were various ages from early childhood to Elementary. They even conducted their own stage plays. If you are looking for a school that's different from the rest, I would highly recommend sending your child to Agape Adventure Learning

From the owner: Agape Adventure Academy is a private Christian school in St. Louis that blends faith, nature-based…read morelearning, and Reggio Emilia-inspired education to raise courageous, whole-hearted leaders. We specialize in: • Nature School Approach – Children learn outdoors in every season, exploring forests, building forts, and discovering science through hands-on adventures. • Reggio Emilia Philosophy – Learning is student-led, project-based, and rooted in creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. • Faith-Based Education – Christ-centered values are woven into daily rhythms, helping children grow in courage, character, and compassion. • Whole-Child Development – From CrossFit and cooking to sewing and STEM, students build life skills that last beyond the classroom. Families choose Agape because we are more than a school — we are a learning community where every child is seen, challenged, and celebrated. Our mission is to partner with parents to prepare children for the real world with courage, faith, and practical life skills. If you’re looking for a St. Louis Christian school, St. Louis nature school, or Reggio Emilia-inspired education in St. Louis, Agape Adventure Academy offers a unique path designed for the challenges of the 21st century.

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.