Important to Know Before Applying to Waldorf: Be aware that…read moreWaldorf retains all student records and personal information for seven years--even if your child is not accepted. In my experience, the school seemed more focused on admitting strong test-takers than on fostering genuine learning. Full transparency: my child was rejected after just one day in class--actually only three hours--despite being told there would be a two-day trial and a 65-day review period following the submission of recommendations and testing records. That felt misleading, to say the least. It would have been helpful to receive accurate information up front, rather than going through the emotional and logistical upheaval of preparing for enrollment, only to be blindsided. They know how to say all the right things in the beginning. Honestly, their approach reminded me more of a sales pitch than an educational process.

Our family has been a part of the WSD community since 2018, starting in the Early Childhood program…read moreand continuing in to the early elementary years. Every day I pick up my children they are filled with joy. The strong bonds they have forged with their classmates in both the early childhood through the middle school grades is profound. The opportunity to connect to peers of all ages, the support of the teachers who express care and concern for all children, and the integration of art and music has given my children a unique educational experience filled with imagination and creativity. We feel grateful to have found this community.

Our daughter has attended Kensington since she was an infant, and we couldn't be more pleased with…read moreour experience. She is learning and thriving while she is at school. She is exited to start her day when we drop her off. The teachers are all professional, friendly, and caring to the children. We receive photos of her throughout the day and lots of artwork, which we love! They have done an excellent job keeping kiddos and staff healthy/safe during the pandemic. Their staff has been receptive and compassionate whenever we have had any sort of concern. We recommend Kensington to all of our parent friends.

They don't post their policies for review and the ones the do post contradict others. They also…read moresteal huge deposits from families so be aware what you sign your child up for. They may have once been a great establishment but that is no longer the case. They are not doing the same things they used to as far as enriching your children but they are still taking the same if not more tuition fees for non service. They also move the kids around from classroom to classroom so you may not be able to fond your child when you are picking them up at the end of the day.

I recently had the privilege of attending the East Aurora Navy JROTC 9/11 ceremony and was…read morecompletely blown away by the discipline and dedication of the students involved, as well as the staff leading them. I know every school has its issues, and East Aurora is no different. I can't tell you the numbers or average GPA here, but the pride of the students is evident. Keep it up, Tomcats!

Nice employees and summer hours. Test practice as well for ACT. Good location. ...read more

Our experience with Huntington Learning Center has been outstanding. Our daughter improved her…read morescore from a 23 to a 30, which speaks volumes about the quality of instruction and personalized support she received. Because of the incredible results we saw, we confidently enrolled our second daughter in the program as well. We are so thankful for the positive impact Huntington has had on our family and highly recommend them to anyone looking for proven academic results.

Wredling is school and school is wredling. School school school school. Keep starting school a few…read moredays earlier. School.

Some teachers can be helpful occasionally, tho there happens to be some issues with bullying. They…read moresay they don't condone bullying, tho still letting a lot slide. People have felt unsafe to come to the school because of the bullying and the staff "couldn't do anything about it" I've experienced first hand how bullying is handled and it is not how they say it is. Some of the student service staff will tell students information to other students and none of it is private. I've also seen the excuse of "they probably have something going on at home" excuse to defend the bullies, like why are we defending the bullies in the first place?!?! Anyway- Katz out

My children both began their education as toddlers at FVMS and both completed the program in sixth…read moregrade. This is not a traditional school, they allow children to make mistakes and encourage them to find the answers. They support the children in learning how to communicate with each other in addition to teaching beyond educational standards in arithmetic, writing language science and so on. My children left Montessori and felt that the public schools were not able to keep pace with what they learned through these programs. They have both expressed that their public school experience is socially disappointing because the students are often unkind and treat each other with disrespect. While my children were encouraged to help peers there public student peers are often concerned with shaming and putting peers who are different than themselves down. Fox Valley Montessori taught my children that learning is fun, that curiosity is a value. My children learned to be respectful, they learned how to manage their work and it is serving them quite well in high school as they manage their time for finals and AP classes. This is not a traditional school, it is so much more, this school teaches your child what community is. Their Montessori education has prepared them far better than I could have imagined and I cannot recommend this school enough.

We are so incredibly grateful to have found Fox Valley Montessori School. From the very first day,…read moreit was clear this wasn't just a school--it was a community where our children feel safe, supported, and genuinely excited to learn. If you're seeking an accredited Montessori program that truly understands and nurtures the whole child--mind, heart, and spirit--FVMS is the best choice in the area. We couldn't be more thrilled with the foundation the school is offering our girls!

Excellent school! Top notch teachers who are passionate about teaching. Many caring administrators…read moreand teachers here.

My fifth high school...Was here a year. More drugs here then in my Chicago high schools that is for…read moresure... It is in a good school system and boosts an interesting and diverse socio-economic pool. Rich Wheaton kids, middle income Wheaton kids, poor Wheaton kids, poor kids off the "bad" side of Carol Stream...A good place though if you know what your kid is up too...and trust me money and a nice house doesn't buy good behavior. Excellent sports program though and very good college prep overall.

15 years ago we chose Montessori Education for our children. It was an investment we were…read morepassionate about. WMS offered the perfect conditions to nurture and "grow" our children. I wrote an essay years ago, Locally Grown, about our experience of the treasured early elementary years. Fast forward and our oldest is graduating High School and youngest is a freshman. As a family, we are compelled to share our honest and sincere feedback of this experience from a retrospective perspective. These thoughts have been communicated with the head of school directly however, we feel called to share publicly as to offer insight to those families considering the AP. Our children's recommendation is: "Stay through 6th and skip the AP". The Adolescent Program at WMS presents a conflicting experience for several students and families, highlighting significant concerns and areas for improvement. While the school claims to provide a holistic approach to education, it falls short in crucial areas, leaving some students unprepared for the challenges of high school. The AP  has strayed far from the original Montessori philosophy, which emphasized neutrality, respect for individuality, and a focus on grounded, thoughtful education. The current approach has deviated from those principles, favoring an agenda-driven model that seems to place the needs of its teachers above those of the students. The most striking issue is the lack of preparation in foundational subjects, especially math and writing. My oldest states she was at a disadvantage due to the insufficiency in these core areas, leading to regret and frustration as struggled to catch up in her freshman year. She expressed she was profoundly underprepared for the rigor of her high school, acknowledging the gap could have been much wider had we not chosen to leave the AP before the completion of the 9th year. The social environment at WMS also presents challenges. We observed evident favoritism towards certain students, creating an atmosphere of exclusion and uneven attention. Additionally, teachers engage in questionable behaviors, including texting students and discussing other students in a negative light both in front of students and sometimes parents. A total lack of integrity. The teacher-student dynamic often feels less like a mentorship and more like a friendship-seeking relationship which undermines the authority and maturity required in an educational setting. For example, encouraging students to experiment with nail polish, twerking, and other frivolities rather than teaching math and writing. Some teachers seem more interested in fulfilling their own emotional needs through vulnerable adolescents than providing the guidance, wisdom, and leadership that students require. The program's attempt at inclusivity and open-mindedness is overshadowed by a lack of neutrality. Teachers actively promote personal social beliefs, leaving little room for objective discussion or diverse perspectives. The curriculum, too,  leans heavily into certain ideologies, and teachings, creating an atmosphere of comparison, while neglecting broader educational goals. As parents, we were told by staff "The adolescent brain is broken " and they will struggle with decision making and managing emotions. Indeed, the adolescent brain's developmental limitations are not adequately considered in decision-making. The emphasis on identity exploration, and identity-dependent worthiness, adds to the confusion and emotional turmoil during a period when students should be focusing on personal growth and academic development.  Our observation has been that the adolescent program has strayed from"following the child" to "following the cause".  A distinct contrast to the original Montessori philosophy, which emphasized neutrality, respect for individuality, and a focus on grounded, thoughtful education. The current approach appears to favor an agenda-driven model that often places the needs of the school and its teachers above those of the students. In conclusion, while the WMS Adolescent  Program may appeal to some families for its progressive approach, it is our determination it falls short in preparing students for future academic success and personal development. A return to the original Montessori mission--focusing on respect, objective learning, and appropriate developmental guidance--could better serve the needs of these adolescents during one of the most critical stages of their growth. Investing in a Montessori education was a good parenting decision but pulling them from the Adolescent Program was our greatest decision.

Our son has been at WMS since January 2023, and we couldn't be happier with the quality of…read moreeducation he is receiving. He attended preschool and Kindergarten (primary ages), and Montessori learning has been wonderful for his development. Thank you particularly to Mrs. Berdick for her help in bringing our boy out of his shell even more and helping him excel academically but also in his independence. We plan to have him enrolled through 9th grade, and we can't wait to be long-term members of this great community.