Gardner School (previously known as Compass) was the BEST decision we made for our girls since the…read moreage of 2 (now 5) - we absolutely love the teachers and all the staff involved, so welcoming and sweet towards everyone consistently! We will miss this school so much and recommend this school to everyone with little ones, you will not regret it! Thank you so much to Ms. Brittney for welcoming us with open arms and always having a smile on her face, we will miss you and all the girls teachers so dearly!

When I was pregnant with our son, my husband and I thought that choosing a daycare would be super…read moreeasy. We live near a facility and assumed that our little guy would go there - but when we did our visit, it was just ok. Now what? A good friend sends her children to The Gardner School of Oak Brook and recommended the Naperville location to me. When we checked the school out, I cried over how much I loved it (and I'm not a crier - I'm super pale and get very blotchy; it's not cute). We signed him up immediately and have been happy with that decision ever since. First, the location is easily accessible from a variety of locations - we are in downtown Naperville, but have friends who are in Aurora, Sugar Grove, Wheaton, etc. The facility is secure and requires two passcodes before entering the main area. It's also extremely clean - I wish my house was that clean... :) But the most important part of TGS is the care and attention that the teachers and directors give the kids. My son started TGS when he was almost four months old, and even though I knew the school was wonderful, it was still scary to leave him for a full day. The teachers and directors are patient, kind, and caring - both with the students and the parents! They are always available for any questions and concerns throughout the day, and I definitely checked in a lot during those first few weeks of school. They are also available for advice - as a first-time parent, I had no idea when to transition my son to the next diaper size or how to introduce solid foods. The teachers helped us with everything, and have made parenting so much easier. TGS has an app that delivers updates throughout the day. I subscribe to all the updates, so I receive notifications when my son eats, has a diaper change, takes a nap, or does any of the fun activities that the teachers prepare for the kids. We also receive pictures during the day, and we love seeing our little guy having fun with his friends. Our two years at the school have been wonderful, and we plan to keep him at TGS until they kick us out :) Seeing our son make friends and learn so much every day has been more than worth the cost to attend, and we could not be happier with the school!

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.

Had the best experience during our time at Cadence Naperville! As a first time mom sending my son…read moreto a preschool, I was nervous but Ms. Mandi and Ms. Katie helped calm my fears. Our family feels so blessed to have met Ms. Katie, she is a gem and has made my son more confident and excited for school. Both her and Ms. Leia have been supportive, patient, and kind to our family - communication was awesome and I always felt at ease sending my kid to school. I cannot thank them enough!

Very caring and great learning experience…read more The entire team at this facility are family like and have taken immense care of our elder one. There hasn't been a day when our kid hesitated to go to the daycare. There is a great learning curve for kids and the development can easily be seen within no time. Great staff and kudos to their patience. Cannot wait to enroll our LO.

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.

Honestly, I cannot say enough good things about this school!! The first day that my 4 year-old son…read moreattended the school, he came home happy, cheerful, and proud to be a student of "Montessori school." He felt safe, included, and confident as a new little learner in his classroom. His enthusiasm and interest to learn and explore new things grows everyday. I cannot thank enough his teachers for guiding and encouraging him to learn and explore new things in school. I found everyone working in this school, right from the administrators to the teachers, to be caring, dedicated and compassionate individuals who love working with children. They work tirelessly to support and guide them in order to help them gain meaningful knowledge at their own pace. In short, this school is a hidden gem tucked away in North Aurora road and all parents who want their children to experience authentic Montessori method of learning in a school, should definitely visit and explore this school. I only wish their organization had a prominent website that was solely dedicated to the school and shared their curriculum, vision and mission. Had there been a proper website of this school instead of the "montessori unlimited", we would have enrolled our son long ago when he was 3; we learned about this school from a friend and I'm so glad we visited them soon after. Thus, a prominent website and/or a strong presence in social media will, I strongly believe, help many more families to be aware of this wonderful school that provides authentic Montessori learning experience to children.

My soon was here for 1 year. All I can say is that they have poor communication with us regarding…read moremy sons behavior. We need to constantly ask for updates regarding meals , nap time , etc. One occasion a pick up my soon earlier than usual and one of the assistants was correcting inappropriately around other kids (after talking to him and a different teacher we find out that what he was getting scream at was nothing wrong), the director address the issue immediately but regardless the bad experience can't go away. I don't fee they understand kids sometimes need to be kids. Our previous school was a Montessori as well but was Amazing. As a parent I believe we pay enough for situations like this not to happen.

Tamara Chandler is phenomenal! I think she is the hardest working person I know. And her interest…read morein the kids is undisputed.

My daughter is enrolled at Word of Life and it was the best decision ever. She absolutely loves it…read morethere and has grown so much this past school year. The teachers are great with the kids and the overall atmosphere of the school is kind, warm, and friendly. Well worth the tuition; I highly recommend it!

My daughter was bullied and no one did any thing about it she was coming home crying every dayread more

I love this place! Same with my daughters. They are taken care of very well. I'm able to call them…read moreduring the day and talk to them. I walk in there and I feel like family is watching them! Thank you ladies! They are doing a great job with the whole covid bullshit too!

I couldn't be happier with Grace's Place I have 4 boys that range from the age of 11yrs old to 1…read moreyears old. My kids have been coming here for about 8 years now. Graces place has grown so much throughout the years. Anytime I have any question or concerns they are quick to get back to me with a answer or solution. The staff Is amazing always greeting myself and my kids. Definitely recommend them. My little one is always smiling at pick up and drop off Definitely gives me comfort as I feel guilty to having to leave them to go to work. Thank you to the staff for being great to myself and my kids

I recommend this daycare facility for several reasons. The location is prime for my commute. It's…read morenear RT59 without actually being on such a busy road. The staff is helpful and my son has already taken to them. The main person I have interacted with is Ms. Blanca and my son will say "I want to go see Ms. Blanca." on the weekends. I take this as a sign he likes it there. The rates are extremely reasonable for the area we are in. There are a lot of options for daycare in the North Naperville area, but few of them are so reasonably priced. The only criticism I have is their outdoor play space is limited. But the reality is that limitation is due to their location, which I wouldn't want to change. So the importance of that is something each family has to decide for themselves.

We feel incredibly fortunate to have found this daycare. From our very first visit, the staff made…read moreus feel completely welcomed and at ease. They're warm, nurturing, and clearly have a special gift with children--our son absolutely loves going each day. The communication is exceptional. Through the Procare app, we receive regular, thoughtful updates about meals, naps, and the fun, educational activities our son is doing. It gives us such peace of mind to feel so connected and informed throughout the day. What stands out most is how genuinely child-centered and honest the entire team is. On a day when our son wasn't feeling well, Hayley, the owner, called us immediately--not out of obligation, but out of genuine care. She treats our son, and our family, as if we were her own. That level of personal attention and kindness is rare. The facility itself is beautiful--brand new, immaculately clean, and thoughtfully designed with kids' comfort and development in mind. If you're looking for a daycare that truly has it all--loving caregivers, engaging activities, healthy meals, age-appropriate nap spaces, and a deep commitment to your child's well-being--this is the place. We couldn't be happier.

We feel incredibly lucky to have found this daycare. From the moment we walked in, the staff made…read moreus feel welcome and at ease. They are incredibly warm, nurturing, and clearly have a special way with kids--our son absolutely loves going every day. The communication is top-notch. They use the Procare app to send regular, thoughtful updates throughout the day, including details about our son's meals, naps, and the fun and educational activities he's engaged in. It gives us such peace of mind to stay connected and informed. One of the things we appreciate most is how honest and child-centered they are. There was a day when our son wasn't feeling well, and the owner, Hayley, called us right away--not because she had to, but because she genuinely cares. That level of care and proactive communication is rare. Hayley treats our son--and us--like family. The facilities are beautiful: brand new, spotless, and thoughtfully organized. It's clear that everything has been designed with kids' needs and comfort in mind. If you're looking for a daycare that truly has it all--engaging activities, loving caregivers, nutritious meals, age-appropriate nap arrangements, and a deep commitment to your child's well-being--this is the place. We couldn't be happier.

We made the correct choice when we selected the Prairie View Montessori School…read more The staff of teachers is one of the best (if not the best) in the area. The care and attention they give to my son by far exceeds any of our expectations. The way his teachers have helped our son develop his individuality, while at the same time emphasizing self-discipline and respect towards others, has truly been a heartening experience. It's funny sometimes, that as a parent, you learn just as much from your kid as they do from you. Thank you PVM for all the love and care, We highly recommend the Prairie View Montessori School to everyone!

Prairie view and Ms Donna deserve 6 stars. I purposefully waited to write this review until my kids…read moregraduated and transitioned into public first grade. We have 6 year old twins - they are both very far advanced compared to other first grade children and we are in Naperville 203. Send your kids here and keep them in through kindergarten. You won't regret it.