My kids have attended this school for 3 years. While the staff is nice and have shown a great deal…read moreof patience with my kids. They are all about parent participation and encourage and welcome parent to be involved with their kids' education.

Well, if you want the facts about St. Teresa's, look right below my review to Colleen's, who gave a…read morereally great review of STA. I'll share a personal story with you. Nan Bone, current president of STA, was kind enough to let our company teach both ACT and HSPT classes on campus at STA. I loved working with the girls, who range from sassy and smart to quiet and thoughtful. As a single-sex-educated guy myself, and a brother to three sisters, I love to see these young women thrive in an environment where they aren't battling for male approval as they learn more about themselves. My second cousin, Sr. Mary Grace Heiner, taught here in the 1960s and when I discovered that fact, and her name on the ground floor of Donnelly Hall, I took a pencil rubbing of it and sent one to my Dad and kept one for myself. A Heiner was once again teaching at STA. The campus itself is gorgeous, and set within a beautiful and historic neighborhood near Loose Park. I've said this in another review, but when your school looks lovely and old, or even dignified and new, you will inspire, subconciously via architecture, your students to strive to achieve to match the tradition within those walls. When you construct schools to look like jails or DMVs, can you blame kids who are bored or skip class? There's a great story about how the trees got to STA also. The Mother Superior contracted with a gentleman who brought them from...Swope Park. It was only later discovered by the city and while that gentleman received his reprimand, you can imagine that those trees were not removed. And today, they decorate the already lovely STA campus. If you have a smart or serious or fun-loving or artistic or quiet girl - or just one you think needs her own space to develop - consider STA.

There's no rule about reviewing high schools, right? Well - I've spent more time here than at any…read morerestaurant or boutique in town so why not! STA is an all-girl Catholic high school. This review could be enormously long because I have so much to say about this place - so I'll break it down rationally. I know most yelpers are younger, maybe don't have children yet. BUT if you are considering raising kids in the future in Kansas City, it's never to early to consider where you'd likely send them to schools and coming from a graduated student - there's no better source to hear it from. Year it was founded: 1866 (and being 142 years old means it is the OLDEST school west of the Mississippi River - a little fact that's drilled into our heads as freshmen). Size: 530 students (my class was 100). Teachers: STA teachers are a mix of feminists (to teach the young women right now) and liberal artist-types. You get very personalized attention because the school is so small - the student to teacher ratio is 12:1. Personally, I loved my teachers and my adviser (it's like homeroom) and even the secretaries and administration - I had a heart for all of them by the end because the school's too small not to gradually get to know them over the four years. Students: They come from over 65 grade schools. Mine was in Kansas and transferring over to a Missouri school might not sound like a big deal - but MO Catholic grade school cliques run blood deep, haha, seriously! The good thing is, the campus is too small to be exclusive with friendships - we called ourselves a sisterhood and took the title seriously. Academics: Here's probably the most important thing about the school. It's a liberal arts education - I read a crap load of Jane Austen freshman year to make me absolutely sick of feminist literature, but that being said - it's academically intense and comprehensive and everyone is very motivated to want to be academically sound. No one really wanted to be the 'slacker' when I went there - everyone was too concerned with grades and college to not work hard. As I remember - we were all a bunch of little neurotic perfectionists - wearing Birkenstock and red wool sweaters (fun fact about our sweaters: they were flame-retardent, the fibers would melt under a lighter - it's been tried many ties over). My BEST ADVICE: Get your kid or future kid or cousin or whomever is considering STA to get into the honors academic program. This is where you want to be as a student - the administration gives you fuller attention, you take all of the courses that top colleges are looking for, it sets you on a track for success beyond the four years of attendance. It was the best decision of my life to get in the program (thanks to the wisdom of my two older sisters having gone through the school and discovering that sometimes, non-honors students get the shaft in placement and opportunities). AND THE BEST WAY TO DO THIS (and trust me, they don't advertise this information) is to attend their morning math class in eight grade (call and ask about it if you are interested - but this tip is as good as GOLD). Soul The heart of the place is this: girls roll out of bed, no makeup and roll in by the random hour established as the start of an official school day (7:46 was always weird to me). Girls love journalism here - STA has a nationally acclaimed newspaper (The Dart) and girls love soccer here (we've won countless state titles). Girls here may be initially hesitant of the no-boys aloud thing - but after about a day, they figure out it's an opportunity to get to know themselves without the stresses of the opposite sex. I can say honestly, that all girl schools are not for everyone but they are certainly for some, for shy girls who want to get loud (cheesy but true), for girls who are following family tradition (people's grandmother and mothers and aunts have gone here, mine included), for girls wanting a sisterhood instead of Saved By The Bell - it's what I chose and I've never regretted it for one day in my life.

It is truly with a heavy heart that I made the decision to remove my son from La Petite Academy…read morethis past week. Our journey with La Petite began when my son was 2 years old, and for a long time, it was an overwhelmingly positive experience. His early teachers were nurturing, attentive, and deeply invested in the children in their care. They valued their classroom, respected each child as an individual, and communicated with parents professionally and thoughtfully. At no point did we ever feel that a child was being singled out or labeled. What occurred in the classroom was almost always shared in a positive light, and if a behavior needed to be discussed, it was presented in a calm, constructive way and only when necessary. Many age-appropriate behaviors were handled within the classroom without ever being made into a problem, which showed a true understanding of child development. After my son was potty trained and turned 3, he transitioned into Preschool, where he again thrived under a teacher who took the time to understand each child individually. These children are learning who they are, how emotions work, and how to interact with others. Kids feed off one another. That is normal in any school setting. My son had moments when he followed peers who were less regulated, but his teacher never once made me feel as though my child was a problem. Instead, she partnered with me, explaining how she was supporting him at his level of frustration and development. There was constant reassurance that no child is the same, and that guidance looks different for each one. Unfortunately, due to circumstances outside of the school's immediate control, that teacher resigned. Turnover is a reality in education, especially given how undervalued and underpaid teachers are. The assistant teacher who had been working alongside her stepped into the lead role and continued to provide a calm, reassuring presence. My son was not perfect. No child is. But she guided him firmly without being harsh or demeaning. She had a unique ability to create a calm environment, especially during nap time, and my son felt safe with her. That sense of safety matters more than children can articulate at that age. The real shift occurred when my son transitioned to Pre K. His original Pre K teacher was extraordinary. Someone who led with heart, grace, patience, and understanding. She believed that no child is bad, only children having moments of frustration. She communicated behavior concerns clearly, compassionately, and sincerely, always making it evident that she genuinely cared. Her goal was to create a classroom where children felt safe, supported, and never afraid of being ashamed, publicly called out, or intimidated. She was eventually recognized as Teacher of the Year and deservedly so. Around October and November of last year, a new assistant teacher was brought into the classroom to work under her guidance. This was meant to be a transition period where she would learn the classroom routines, the children's personalities, and appropriate behavior strategies. It was during this time that I first noticed a stark difference in how this assistant teacher interacted with the children, particularly my son, who is highly energetic and expressive. Because La Petite provides camera access, one of the reasons many parents choose this center, I observed an incident during the first or second week of November where the assistant teacher physically pushed my son down into his chair, placing a hand on his shoulder and forcing him to sit. That same day, I reported what I saw to the director, as no teacher should place hands on a child in that manner. I was told it was addressed, and trusting the process, I moved forward believing my concern had been handled. Since I am only allows a certain amount of characters I needed to create images of the rest of my review - see attached to read further

We love La Petite. The teachers always go above and beyond. When our daughter was sick, teachers…read morecame to visit us in the hospital. Our daughters learn so much everyday and we love getting updates on the BrightWheel app during the day.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Sweet Beginnings. All three of my children have gone…read morethrough the school and it's been such a positive experience, for us as parents, and for our kids. The teachers are so incredibly loving and caring. Not only do they develop them academically, they also prepare them socially for building friendships and playing well with others. We were always kept up-to-date on the classroom activities and any issues our children may have encountered during their day. As a result of such a wonderful experience, all three of our kids adjusted extremely well during the transition to kindergarten. They were above their peers academically, and made friends quickly. I attribute this to the great foundation that was built at Sweet Beginnings Early Learning Center.

I wanted to thank you and Adam! This will be Charlie's last week at Sweet Beginnings and we are…read morevery sad. She has developed, learned and grown so much with your Parkville facility. We love all your staff there.. from Janine, to Liz, to Birdgette, Ms. Martha, Brandi and of course Ms. Rachel! I know I'm forgetting many others but I don't see them as much as the others. I just want to commend you two on such a wonderful job you've done!

Great program! Affordable with one on one attention to their students. Tons of preparation for the…read morestate tests. You're guaranteed to be well prepared and confident when you graduate.

Love Donna's! The students are very professional and do a great job for clients! The instructors…read moreare amazing as well! What a great place to learn about cosmetology or even get your hair done. :)

playing basketball there was soo nice but there court is kinda weird but it busted soo yeah I give…read moreit 3 stars !!!!!!!!!!

I had just got into town and I needed to get a loc retwist and I remembered coming here a long time…read moreago. I came on a Saturday morning, I believe it was and I wanna say I waited about an 40 minutes or so to be serviced. I was waiting in line since before they opened and I was about the 12th client, but I think there was a graduation so they were running a little behind. Everyone was super friendly and everyone was doing something. I really appreciate the team work dynamic they had there. Oh yeah, I was also offered complimentary popcorn!

Classic barbershop vibes. Instructors on the floor at all times. Work is checked and corrected on…read morethe floor, if needed. Appreciate professional work atmosphere.