The staff are amazing and very professional. the principal…read moreand his assistant are great responsible people . our 2 boys are lucky to be there . just they need to control more seriously and strongly some bad behaviors from some kids so the school will be IDEAL. the school deserves to get 7 or 8 out of 10 . or 4 out of 5

Swift is remarkably special place. If you are looking at schools in the area, I strongly recommend…read moreyou reach out to Swift to learn more and maybe even take a tour! Its a specialty school. Pre-K through 8th grade with an integrated Fine and Performing Arts Magnet program. The fine arts program integrates music, art, dance and drama into the regular school day. The facilities include a pool and swimming lessons during PE. They are a school in good standing, and take tremendous pride as being one of the most diverse schools in all of CPS!

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.

Wonderful school wonderful learning environment wonderful helpful Admin and teachers…read more Great school

Peirce school is a wonderful school and provides excellent academic curriculum. Principal,…read moreteachers, and parents are dedicated to making Peirce an amazing school. Peirce has many programs and partnerships with organizations that focus on improving students learning skills and provide recreational activities for students. My two boys love their teachers and are excited to share what they have learned from school. As a parent I am well informed and updated on my children's educational and emotional developmental. I recommend Peirce school if you are considering it for your child. They are PreK - 8th grade school. Peirce is having an Open House on Thursday, November 14, 2013 at 8:30 am - 10 am if you would like to stop by. You can also email the school at peirceopenhouse@gmail.com if you have any questions.

Kilmer has a bad reputation left over from 5 years ago when it had a terrible principal. Now it has…read morean amazing principal and great things are happening there. I could not be happier with the education my child receives there. In my experience, teachers are innovative, committed, and attentive to each student's unique needs.

My family has been part of NCA's diverse community for 4 years after my two boys started at the…read moreschool in Pre-K. I've been continuously impressed with the school. Its leadership, responsiveness when issues arise, offerings for students (and families), and overall culture, is phenomenal. Their tagline of educating "minds that think, hearts that love, and hands that serve" truly is their mission, and it shows in everything they do. Here are a few reasons why I love the school: - Their academic benchmarks far surpass all traditional CPS schools. - They have excellent in-school programs. eg. school-wide morning meetings; a "house" system that brings the whole school together and focuses attention on moral leaders from past/present; a buddy system matching older students with younger students. - They have excellent programming outside of school too. eg. flexible early care starting at 6:30am and after care until 6pm, chess club, after school arts and crafts, soccer. - They handle student conflict (eg. bullying) exceptionally well, with immediate responses focusing on restorative justice, not just discipline. -Their focus on ethics, (I saw this as a non-Catholic). They don't over-index on the religion component. Rather, they focus on the ideals of Catholicism (eg. Love of God and neighbor, service to others, human dignity, social justice). They also hand out "Wildcat awards" to students each day in morning meeting, calling out students who exemplify moral behaviors. For example, my son came home yesterday, beaming with pride, showing us his award certificate received earlier that day (pictured). -Reasonable tuition with discounts for multiple students + financial aid. I plan to send my kids here until the age out in 8th grade. They are thriving at NCA.

My child was assaulted by two classmates, and when we brought this to the attention of the school…read morethey said that the assailants thought my child "liked it" and referred to them as gentleman. We left the school - they took the tuition anyway citing policy. Today they had the absolute gall to ASK FOR A DONATION TO THEIR ANNUAL FUND. Run. Run far away from this school.

As the father of a 2nd grader who's been at St. Matthias since Pre-k, my family and I love it! As…read morethe only Catholic International Baccalaureate (IB) elementary school in the city, it prepares students to be critical thinkers and global citizens--something you don't find at many elementary schools. One of the best aspects of St. Matthias is its small class sizes, which allow for individualized attention and strong relationships between students and teachers. The tight-knit community makes families feel welcomed and supported, creating a nurturing environment where kids thrive both academically and socially. The school's strong test scores reflect its academic excellence, and its affordable tuition makes it a great value compared to other private and parochial schools. If you're looking for a school that combines a challenging curriculum, a warm and engaged community, and a focus on developing well-rounded students, St. Matthias is the perfect choice and you'll love it like we do!

Our family has been at St. Matthias since 2021. There are so many reamsons we love this school and…read morecommunity. First, the community is tight and and such a support system for us since we don't have much family nearby. There are so many opportunities to connect with other families or parents. I am co-chair our parent led volunteer organization, Friends of St. Matthias and also participate innour weekly Mom's volleyball games. My husband is part of dad's SMS Mustang Club. Another reason we love the school is because of the International Baccalaureate (IB) program. The added IB concepts are weived into the curriculum (PreK 3 to 8th) and have helped our children become more confident (risk- takers), ask probing questions (inquierers), and to think about their impact to the wider community and world (principled). We are the only Catholic, IB School in Chicago too! Lastly, my husband and I both went to Catholic schools throughout our education, and agreed that it helped shape who we are today. St. Matthias is giving our kids the framework for creating their unique relationship with God, whatever that looks like for them. We are so happy to be a part of the St. Matthias community.

My daughter joined North Park Elementary when she was in kindergarten and she is about to graduate…read morefrom 8th grade. I have been impressed with this school from start to finish. NPES does an amazing job teaching the kids how to learn. They're constantly building on what they know, and rounding back to reinforce the knowledge they already have. The 8th grade math and science curriculum is high school level and I've heard the kids are well prepared for high school. The kids test well for the CPS selective enrollment and private school tests, and most kids go to top rated high schools. We had a lot of support through the whole high school enrollment process as there is dedicated faculty to guide families. The school also has a strong basketball, theater and Science Olympiad program. The parents and teacher community are welcoming. I feel lucky to have found this little school!!

In our experience, you couldn't do better than NPES -- high standards achieved by excellent…read moreteaching rather than testing pressure. This weekend our son graduates from the University of Illinois - Champaign, as did our daughter three years ago. Both went through NPES from K through 8 and thrived in high school and college. Our daughter was in the Scholars program at Van Steuben, our son at North Side College prep. Now for the proud parent part. Our daughter is only a couple years out of college with a B.S and already in her dream job in food science, working for a major company. Our son is graduating for UIUC Phi Beta Kappa with a major in geography with minors in urban planning and infomatics, accepted in library school at the UIUC (which is the best in the country). Wow. They couldn't have done any better. We credit NPES for giving them a very strong start, with an impetus to study and do well that has carried them all the way. The small classes, personal attention, inspiring teaching, encouragement rather than pressure, out of class activities -- it all worked the way grade school should work. Beyond that, and perhaps because of the NPES friendships and good start, neither has ever gotten into any kind of trouble or (to our knowledge) even close to it. We feel blessed. And NPES was a key part of that blessing. If you're thinking about schools, be sure to consider this little gem.

This is an incredibly special school and community. The teachers and staff are so committed to…read moretheir students and providing an excellent education. The leadership/ school administration are so invested in student success and opportunities to create a community that is supportive and engaging. I would absolutely recommend this school to anyone with children K-8. We have 2 children their and our experience has been exceptional.

I have three grand kids that being going there since prek . my 3 year old grandson was going again…read moreto prek. But they Discontinue this program. Which it would had Benefit the school and the parents.so sad. For this reason to of my grand kids are not returning my oldest she Graduated this year.

The new principal does not care about the students. My brother gets bullied on a day to day basis…read moreand cries at home all the time because of them. Two boys that were twice his size and older then him keep harassing him because he doesn't have the shoe brands that all the other kids wear, because he is on the heavier side, and because he is different than the other kids in the school. The principal calls my dad saying there was a situation in the bathroom where my brother broke the child's glasses and they want us to pay for his glasses. I call to speak with the principal because I believe this is not fair. He tells me that the situation happened in the hallway... what is the truth? Did it happen in the bathroom or in the hallway? My brothers glasses got broken multiple times and not once did the parents pay for his glasses. We have spent over $500 in repairs. When I told that to the principal he said he doesn't know anything about it because he is new and said he can not discuss this situation with me because I am not his parents.

sullivan is a good school if you are looking for high…read moreexcellence this is the school the only thing i think they should change is the teachers with bad english

Every time I walk into this school, everyone is so friendly and helpful. I know the staff here are…read moreworking their tails off and are committed to creating a safe space where students get a quality education.