Our family loves this school!!!!My son has found a community where he loves going to school!!! I am…read moreso happy and proud of my child's progress! Ms. Trang, his elementary teacher is truly gifted she adapts to each individual child needs. Everyone in this school is very genuine and passionate it creates a safe and nurturing environment that children are able to thrive in. My only wish is that they expand and add an upper elementary/middle school. One more thing, the head of school, Ms. Aliza and Assistant head of school, Ms.Rita are amazing!!!! Thank you GuidePost Montessori!!!! :-)

We love their new Elementary School! Our daughter is flourishing and actually loves math! Ms…read more Belinda is so incredibly patient and dedicated to the needs of each of her students. We get weekly update emails from Ms. Belinda, photos and occasionally videos of our daughter doing her work, a folder of her work for her to show off to us every Friday, and absolutely no homework. The school also has early drop off and late pickup which is perfect with our work schedules. I wish I could have gone to this school as a kid and I am so grateful that it is here for my daughter.

My girls have been attending this Montessori school, and it has been a truly wonderful experience…read more Ms. Joanne, along with all of the amazing teachers we've had--Ms. Jennifer, Ms. Prabha, Ms. Mary, Ms. Aruna, Ms. Tania, Ms. Michelle and Ms. Debbie--and the entire staff are incredibly compassionate and supportive, genuinely invested in each child's independence and personal growth. We especially appreciate the cultural activities, in-depth exploration of diverse topics, and the frequent field trips that make learning engaging and meaningful. These experiences spark curiosity, build awareness, and deepen understanding. The teachers are clearly dedicated and intentional, creating a warm, supportive space where children truly thrive. Highly recommend!

Most incredible Montessori school. I was struggling in traditional school system. I likely would…read morenever succeeded in school if it weren't for the innovative & creative curriculum tailored each students needs.

Love this school! Friendly, adorable, and offers really great programs with out any…read morepretentiousness. They even offer Yoga enrichment classes, which sounds really pretentious as I type it, but believe this....3 year olds attempting yoga is ADORABLES. I really love the staff as well - I feel completely spoiled by all the good people working at WSCA. They also started offering extended day options for houses with two working parents...because it's a little known fact that not all Naperville mothers stay at home playing Bunco in their lululemon outfits all day. Some of us suckers have to work! I think there are like 12-15 of us, so.....we'd like a little recognition. :(

We LOVE WSCA. All three of my daughters have gone there - my third is currently enrolled. The…read moreeducation is what you'd expect for three year olds (identifying and writing letters, counting, patterning, painting, etc.) but what I love most is that it really helps your child develop a love of school because while it is very academic, it is also very nurturing. In addition to classroom time, the kids alternate between music and motor movement so it really prepares your child for an elementary school day where they leave the classroom for specials. We are on our sixth teacher there and they are all great but Mrs. Snyder, Mrs. Gorkis and Mrs. Miller are THE BEST!!!!!! One of my favorite things about the school and the teachers is that they are very flexible and don't just care about your child that is your student - they care about your other kids and your whole family. Mrs. Gorkis only taught one of my daughters (wah) but she knew all of their names and would always address them by name and remember things that they had said and were interested in. We have one more year there after this year and I am going to be really, really sad when my youngest is in kindergarten and we won't attend this lovely school anymore. BEST. SCHOOL. EVER!!!!!!

Great adult program if your looking to have your school schedule be compatible with your work…read moreschedule. You go one day a week for 4 hours year round until your program is over. Teachers have great backgrounds in their field because they used to work or still currently work in that field.

Great elementary school for our three boys and two girls. The teachers are stellar, class sizes are…read morequite manageable, great facilities, and Cowlishaw has advanced academic programs (Project Arrow) for kids who at that age are looking for more challenges in math & critical thinking (PowerPoint presentations). Cannot say enough good things about Cowlishaw. My five kids all scored very high on their ACTs and saved us/them (student loans) years later with this elementary school excellent foundation!

Great school. Went here years ago and still have some of my fondest memories on that playground…read more Sweet place and kind teachers. The walls were always covered with art and they have a crossing guard during peak hours to make sure the kids cross the streets safely. They also have bussing if your children live too far! The playground is open to all as well. It's usually full of kids during the summer just hanging out. Very safe area. Great swings, slides and other do hickies. Has two hoops as well for basketball.

We transferred my daughter midway through her 2nd grade year from Elmhurst public school to Four…read moreWinds. My husband and I are in complete agreement that this was the BEST decision we have ever made on behalf of our daughter. And the best kept secret of the western suburbs -- well worth the 30 minute commute each way for us. She has always been a good student but we felt she wasn't getting the social support she needed at the crowded, academic heavy public school. We also observed her imagination and boundless creativity being stifled by the rigorous academic schedule. She began struggling with doing homework and completing writing assignments. She became stressed out and even depressed in the evenings and started begging me to let her stay home. She never wanted to go to school and would often cry before and after. We made the difficult decision to transfer her mid-year which was a rocky transition but within a couple weeks, we started to see our joyful daughter come back to us. Now she LOVES school and can't wait to go. The school seems to awaken a love of life and nature in the children and a genuine curiosity. She is constantly over-flowing with ideas and asking questions about the world around her. She decided, on her own, to stop watching TV and playing video games! She told me that she has more important things to do with her time. She is busy constantly writing stories, playing imaginary games in her room, exploring outside, jumping rope, singing and even enjoys doing chores around the house. (!) Four Winds does much less academic work in the classroom than public schools. The 2nd graders a little behind on reading but I'm confident they will catch up. It's whole child education. So lots of fine art and outdoor play. As a result Four Winds kids are eager to learn - they learn quickly and retain information easily. In the spring they learned an entire 30 minute play in verse. It was pages and pages of poetic dialogue and they presented it beautifully. My daughter still knows the lines perfectly. I would even venture to say they are ahead in math. My daughter learned and grasped the concept of multiplication and division in one day! She rattled a few tables off in the car on the way home...I couldn't believe it. I could honestly go on and on about all the things that make this school exceptional. Their spiritual, loving, calm, patient and whole child approach just works. The kids are the proof. When you tour the school, talk to the kids...you will see what I mean.

Our two boys went to this school years ago, and it was the best thing we could have done for them…read more They loved it and often reminisce about that time in their lives. The teachers were so loving and caring ,and the kindergarten and class rooms so warm and beautiful. But most importantly, children are allowed to be children.They engage in age appropriate activities and the child's imagination is fostered at all times. Beautiful school, beautiful people, and a philosophy that makes sense.

We are proud alumni and current attendees at St. Joan of Arc . The exceptional teachers provide…read morepersonalized attention, fostering academic, social, and spiritual growth in our children. The strong sense of community among parents, students, faculty, and staff creates a nurturing environment where everyone feels valued and supported. The leadership's commitment to a well-rounded education rooted in faith, along with the seamless integration with the parish community, makes St. Joan of Arc School more than just a place of learning--it's where our family has found belonging, inspiration, and endless opportunities for growth.

Our daughters have been at St. Joan of Arc since preschool, and they have grown so much…read moreacademically and socially. The teachers challenge the students academically while also caring for them personally. The school community is incredibly supportive, and we've formed strong friendships. It truly feels like we're part of a larger SJA family. We feel fortunate to have found such a welcoming and supportive community at SJA!

My two children have been going to CCC for three years now, and we are very happy and confident in…read morethe staff that work there. All the teachers and directors genuinely care about the children's development and well being. They are flexible, kind, caring and reliable. We absolutely love the new building and all the natural light with the big windows, new toys, big indoor spaces for play time in the cold months and nice new outdoor playground. We are very happy with our CCC family!

My 6 month old son has been going here since he was 3 months. It's been a very pleasant experience…read moreso far. The teachers and directors are all kind and professional. They recently upgraded to an app called MyKidzDay which is easy to use. I love being able to see updates throughout the day (meals, diaper changes, activity updates with pictures). I had terrible mom guilt about leaving my infant child and working full-time, but the wonderful staff and frequent updates (especially pictures) really helped to put my mind at ease. I referred my friends to send their baby here as well, and they've also had a positive experience so far. Thank you CCC!

This school was featured on Oprah as one of the most resourceful schools. We have had 2 children…read morewho loved their time there.

My sons attended and currently attend this high school. It is HUGE and provides many, many options…read morefor different people and activities. If you attend this school, you will be ready for college and managing the issues involved with larger schools. It is imperative that students look for ways to self-advocate and imperative to get involved in clubs or other activities. Parents will need to be more involved to help with a 4-year plan to use the many options available at the school. The music program is excellent in all areas, choir, orchestra and band... the athletic opportunities are strong (although if you are a casual player, you may not make Varsity or JV)... the clubs can sometimes fill up too much and they have to have try-outs. It can be frustrating to be 'locked out' of an opportunity, but it is good learning for life in general. Best wishes as you choose high schools!