Our 18-month-old currently attends Busy Bees and is such a happy, flourishing little girl. I credit…read moremuch of her joy and happiness to her phenomenal teachers, who also taught and nurtured my two older children. We've sent all three of our kids to Busy Bees and couldn't be happier with that decision. The Montessori instruction fosters independence and confidence in kids. People are constantly amazed at the things my kids can do -- like putting on their coats, feeding themselves, focusing on tasks, etc. -- at a young age. We currently work with Elda and Gisel in the Eggs classroom, and these two teachers and their aides could not be more devoted to the children they work with. They clearly love each child, and know them very, very well. I also appreciate Busy Bees' willingness to communicate and partner with parents. As much as Busy Bees has been instructive for my kids, I've also learned a lot from the Montessori method they employ and the caring, fantastic staff they hire. We are so grateful for this wonderful little school!

Busy bees is a wonderful school! The teachers are so patient, attentive, and truly care about the…read morechildren's development. I love the Montessori approach and how it encourages independence and critical thinking. The school has an authetic Montessori approach. My daughter loved Busy Bees! I highly recommend this school to any parent looking for a nurturing and enriching environment for their child.

I typically do not leave reviews, however I saw Lady L's review as a black family. I was looking…read morefor a private school for my African American children a little closer to home. Stumbled across St Johns. Ironically I used to attend St Johns back in the 90s. Sounds like nothing has changed. At the time I was the ONLY black student in the entire school. k-8. I felt like more of an attraction than anything. Definitely felt like the teachers were all harder on me than my peers. Mind you, I have never been a troubled kid, nor a bad student. I was considering allowing my children to go there but thanks to Lady L, I think I will pay more for another school rather than subject them to the type of scrutiny and racism I endured while there.

My daughter received a grant to attend this school. What I thought would be a great opportunity for…read moremy daughter, turned out to be a nightmare. If you are a minority, specifically a Black person, you and your child would not be treated like other races. Their rules are broken for "non-Blacks" but a Black person is expected to follow them at all times. You and your child would be made to feel uncomfortable and bringing the issue to the staff only makes you feel more ostracized. I have been strongly considering sending my daughter back to public school. They claim to be more advanced in their studies than a public school, but my daughter is reading a book that she read in Public School three years ago. I am so disappointed in myself for choosing this school. The way that I feel treated by them is not against the law, but I do feel that it is a moral issue. Is this really the Catholic faith?

This school has failed my cousin in ways that are absolutely inexcusable. He's a 4th grader who has…read morebeen bullied for over a year -- mocked for his weight, harassed by the same student repeatedly, and pushed to the edge mentally because Central Road Elementary refuses to act meaningfully. The bully, a 5th grader moving to 6th grade, was asked to write an apology -- and all he wrote was: "I'm sorry." The school then claimed this was "sufficient" because "he doesn't have the writing capabilities" to say more. Let me get this straight: You're telling us that a student in fifth grade, who can't even write a basic apology, is being allowed to pass to the next grade level -- instead of getting the intervention he clearly needs? So not only is Central Road failing victims of bullying, it's neglecting the educational needs of the aggressors too. That's two layers of failure. Meanwhile, my cousin -- the victim -- has had to be placed in a full-time, outpatient mental health treatment program, five days a week, because this school refused to protect him. The emotional and financial toll on his family has been immense. If you're a parent, and you care even slightly about your child's emotional safety, academic growth, or mental health -- avoid this school. The administration will ignore warning signs, excuse inadequate behavior, and sweep serious issues under the rug to maintain the illusion that "everything is fine." Nothing is fine. And the longer you leave your kid here, the more damage they might endure.

We looked at this park for accessibility for mobility challenged people. Know before you go! Here…read moreis what we found: - Three handicap accessible parking spots - No handicap accessible restrooms or water fountains - Terrain is wood chips, concrete/asphalt walkways - About 75 feet from main attraction to parking - Two ramps to get into park and no play ramps - One smaller, additional playground behind the school Nice Park!!!

Irresponsible staff with lame excuses . My child came home with bruises . We tried to talk to the…read moreschool coordinator by taking an appointment. She was a total disappointment. We tried talking to her. She kept staring at her computer, never even once looked at us. Her response was-- everything is child's fault. Abhorrently rude and aloof staff. This place is a punishment for little ones.

This review is long overdue! I can't believe that I am the first person to review this fabulous…read morepreschool. The Park District's Early Learning Center is a play based program, but with a structure that provides consistency and predictability for children, preparing them VERY well for kindergarten at South School. The teachers are experienced, compassionate, warm and bright. The provide social-emotional coaching to the kids in their care, helping them learn to assert themselves, express their feelings, organize their thoughts and learn in a safe, comfortable environment. And they really do LEARN about so much while they are little students here. They do gross and fine motor activities which complement their weekly topic. Some examples of topics for 3 year olds: circles, mittens, community helpers, flowers, leaves....their acticities all touch back to that basic idea they are trying to help the kids understand (ie making a robot out of squares, making a leaf with clay, making and painting a mittwn and turning it into a lacing card). My daughter was in the 4s and they expand on this same structure but in more detail and learn about authors, illustrators, artists, animals, jobs.... and yet the children are also encouraged to play, relax, and enjoy their introduction to education. The teachers are trained educators who care about the children in their care and are passionate and patient. They take the time to help even the littlest kids with anybstruggles that come up along the way. I can't say enough good things. I encourage you enough to take a tour, meet the teachers, and see how happy these classrooms and children are. I have loved my children's teachers and I love this school.

Unfortunate school management forced me to leave a not so great review. Teachers are good but…read moremanagement lacks vision and effective leadership that puts children in negative circumstances. I'd recommend the other schools in the area as superior in many categories.

Absolutely love this school. Our 6 year old went here for kindergarten last year and now our 3 year…read moreold just started. She's thriving so wonderfully after starting here and we've seen so many positive improvements in her behavior bc of the love and care and routine/independence she gets at MSLG. We have friends with kids here as students as well and just honestly can't say enough good things about it. Once our littlest is old enough he will def go here as well!

Ehh! I'm not always lovin it. Nice helpful teachers but assistant principal. Mr Hibler isn't nice…read moreand yells at kids. Who likes that? Not me! Otherwise this school is great and my children enjoy going here!

My three children have attended Riverwood Elementary School (Zoe, 8 Kayla, 11 Michael, 5. ) I love…read morethis school! This Principal, Mrs. Robinson, is a very nice lady and will take ANY questions you may have about ANYTHING!!! Assistant Principal, Mr Hibler, is just O.K. He yells at children, which is why I gave the school three stars. I would say the classrooms are decent size, but could be bigger, especially when you have a bigger class. I'm not sure the yelling at children helps stop the child from doing bad things, but it may seem rude to parents, and may scare the children. I love the teachers my children have had. The children's teachers are: Kayla: K Miss Tessler, 1 Ms Fricke, 2 Miss Micklinghoff, 3 Mrs Hauck, 4 Ms Hare (Kolowaski) 5, Ms Sterbenz (now) Zoe: K Miss M, 1 Ms Erber, 2 Miss DeBlok, 3 Miss Hauck (now) Michael: K Miss M (now) So overall the teachers I have crossed paths with are nice and helpful. Would recommend except for the assistant principal!

Glad I found Elite Tutoring place. My 7th grade boy was…read moreneeding some assistance with his algebra but he was able to manage and make improvement in just a few weeks after his tutors guidance. I have been looking for a Tutor place that isn't just like a q and a style, I needed a tutor who could make the student enjoy the subject he was learning. Elite Tutoring place is great for getting your student to learn and enjoy the learning process!

Ian is great! He has helped my son get prepared for the ACT and SAT. My son needed help with time…read moremanagement and strategy with the tests and Ian helped him tremendously. Ian also helped with refreshing his memory on some test topics. A big boost of confidence!

teachers are mean there are good ones tho and i was lowkey treated unfairly i got suspended for…read more"lying" about another student touching me even tho he did and teachers called me a liar multiple times

Just picked up my son from camp, and he loved it!!…read more the staff is super friendly and helpful, we needed to try something different and little more challenging of a pre school. He really loved it and wants to go back we are pretty happy! I met Amy who showed me around and explained everything, met some sweet girls who are in charge of the camp groups, they're so friendly and text me back and forth with any questions while my son was in camp today, Also met Mrs. Breuer and just wanted to say thanks to all of them for helping with our decision today.