I am grateful for the quality education and support my son received at St.Nicholas Cathedral…read moreSchool. My son started studying at this school from PK-3. We are happy to work with you for the second year, because I see the results. Thank you, school, principal and teachers for the fact that my child goes to school with pleasure. A school where it is comfortable, cozy and warm. The school has many additional activities that contribute to the development of a child's various abilities.

Coming from Europe, we have a different idea of what early education looks like. My son is 6 years…read moreold and he's been in this school for 2 years. He can already read and do basic math. The teachers are very kind and teach the kids discipline. The school provides lots of activities for the kids, including sports and Friday church. Additionally, they do a lot of field trips, and my favourite - extracurricular activities exploring European/Eastern European culture.

#Hawthorne 3 yr experience. Parent's, assumed I was the…read morenanny when waiting for my child, My child by his kindergarten teacher was referred to as an 'animal', and "hell" continued from there on. Hawthorne Academy has very few teachers /staff that aren't living in a bubble and will teach and treat every child equally. Principal and other admin /faculty will be too busy with fund raising, picture taken, and presenting this school to be a place for everyone to care what is going on with the less represented population. Bottomline. Donate $10,000 you'll likely have your voice heard & your own parking spot. Give the required you'll need to either leave or conform. A school where some "educators" & Staff are nestled in a quiet, small bubble, in both location and mind #Hawthorne is lacking the exposure needed to educate ALL students . Careful what you allow to enter your child's mind. Once it's there, it's difficult to find and erase. My child and I were poorly affected by Hawthorne Academy Chicago. There are great schools, maybe this one is great for you, but for me, for my son. This school has created HELL, pain, and many nights of tears, and anxiety. I don't wish to give bias or share anything that will hinder another from a place that may be a great fit for you, so I've omitted a few experiences, but, I must be very very honest when I say, be very careful where you place your children. Don't rely on rankings and smiling faces. Be present, listen, and advocate for your child no matter where you chose. Hawthorne Academy in Chicago Lakeview is just not the place I'd personally recommend.

My son has attended Hawthorne for 7 years. Contrary to what has been posted by a former parent, we…read morehave never experienced racial inequality at the school. It has a diverse student population with families whose ethnic roots span the globe. Each year the school has a fundraiser to provide programs in the arts that CPS has eliminated due to budget cutbacks. This fundraiser has silent auctions where parents bid as little or as much as they wish on goods and services. No pressure is put on parents to participate in this event. If someone wishes to bid $10,000 for a personal parking space in the school parking lot, ( and no..I am not that person ), I would thank them for providing enriching programs for the students that they wouldn't otherwise have. If a child has behavioral issues, there are specialists who can address the problem. A teacher's job, ( to state the obvious ) is to teach, and not allow a disruptive child to affect the quality of the education of the other 30 students in the class

This school is amazing, so many different opportunities for every single student. You aren't forced…read moreto take a path because there are so many more to explore on your own. The teachers are great and get along with the students. The food is actually decent compared to the other high school foods. There's off campus lunch with lots of different food options around you. Lane literally has a bit of something for everyone. There are 100+ clubs it's so much fun. If you want a true high school experience then lane is the way!

I am aware Brian Tennison is now Supertindent. In…read moreretrospect, former Principal Brian Tennison was the most neglectful staff ever seen at Lane Tech College Prep. I am an adult who is 40 years old. I know right from wrong. Principal Tennison might have shook every Lane students hands while he was in office, he neglected their needs as far as stress goes. There was no relief, no therapist offered whatsoever. Brian Tennison did not care. Plus, he took away all the parents privileges to volunteer at their Prom. I was devastated at that time. Even though, my youngest daughter was unhappy about me not going to her prom. I would have been very happy without dancing and prom dinner. I rather be in the same ballroom with both my daughters' prom instead of dinner and dancing. We survived without it. I do not know who changed the prom volunteer policy. Hence I am very sad at Brian Tennison. Dr. Christopher Dignam was a very very excellent principal. Dr. Dignam allowed parents to participate as prom volunteers. You rock Dr. Christopher Dignam!!!!!! Does anyone have a say about the parents, prom and Dr. Chris Dignam?

My daughter has attended here for the last 2 years and couldn't be happier with our experience.read more

Such a fantastic school! I know everyday that my child is deeply loved and is learning so much. The…read moreschool events welcome all families to get involved and the staff are so kind. The principal greeting every student by name and with such respect each morning is so heartwarming. Can't say enough good things about St. Sylvester!

My son went here for half a year. His teacher was poorly trained and received her degree in…read moreadministration on line. She could not teach him and told us that he had a language disorder. We agreed to have him evaluated, and she and the principal did not listen to the results of the evaluation, before asking him to leave. He is now in public school, the academics there are stronger, the teachers and administration kinder and better trained, and he's getting A's. If you want your child to get a good education and be fairly treated, look elsewhere I have no respect for anyone who blames her own failures on children. Children deserve better.

This is a terrific school. The school uses the latest research to design its curriculum,…read moreincorporating experiential learning with every opportunity. The class sizes are small, so the teachers get to know each student individually and tailor their approach to the student's needs. The graduates of this school have a very high acceptance rate at the CPS selective enrollment schools as well as selective private schools. Highly recommend this school.

An amazing school that graduates smart, confident, and well-balanced students. It's been an…read moreunexpected gift to be able to send our child to Chicago Friends School. Being from the east coast, I'm aware of the values of a Quaker education - observing my child's (and other students') growth only highlights its impact even more - I wish more people knew about it. The classroom environment and skilled, caring faculty provide individualized learning rather than the tug and scrum between discipline and attention we've experienced in other schools. If you are searching for the right school for your K-8th grade learner, give Chicago Friends a go. Now more than ever, our kids need this kind of education. It's a great place.

We are new to CFS this year. Our child is in the 6th grade. From day one, the whole community have…read morebeen welcoming and the experience have so far been amazing for our child and our family. We were initially unsure about the pacing and whether the academic rigor will be there due to the smaller class sizes. But it hasn't been a problem. Our child comes back each day and tells us that he is being challenged in his classes and that he is enjoying the "difficulties" because it's "fun" which tells us the he is on track. He also tells us that the kids has been welcoming to him as "the new kid" and that he is free to be himself and make friends with kids both older and younger. We think CFS is perfect for anyone who is looking for a nurturing environment socially with a more individualized learning based of each child's needs.

Run away! They charge fake fees, won't show you an invoice and no teachers just aids that get paid…read morelittle. Save yourself the headache they are a complete ripoff

I was new to the idea of Montessori when we enrolled my son in the AMA primary classroom this fall…read moreand his growth this year is beyond our wildest dreams. Our son has shown growth both in academic skill but also as a curious and self sufficient young man. It is fantastic to see the Montessori curriculum trickle into other aspects of his life and every day I love the stories he tells about his day. This really was the best place for him and I cannot recommend the staff and teachers more.

My daughter has attended NPCCP for the past two years and she's had a wonderful experience. They…read morereally do run the school cooperatively, and I love when I get to volunteer in the classroom and see my kid in her element. There are all sorts of holiday parties that caregivers are invited to attend, and the teachers take photos throughout the day so we can share in the memories. It's clear that Ms. Lyndsey and Ms. Jen love their jobs because they treat the kids with a great deal of care, kindness, and good humor. There's a big outdoor play area (and an indoor gym for bad weather) where the kids can run around, and the classroom is really intentionally assembled with lots of sunlight, plants, crafts, toys, books, and kid-sized furniture. They even have child-size bathrooms, which is a small but meaningful detail for newly potty-trained kids. I highly recommend this small but mighty school!

This preschool has been the perfect fit for our family for the past two years. It is a warm,…read morewelcoming community where kids learn through play. All of the preschoolers love Ms Lyndsey and Ms Jen, who really see and appreciate each child and help them to grow socially, emotionally and academically according to their needs. My daughter has thrived here and I'm so glad that this was her first school experience.