We have our two little girls, ages three and six, at the GEMS world Academy, and we could not be…read moremore happy with our experiences there! The quality of the education has really spoiled us for going anywhere else, and communication from teachers and administrators is amazing, they always hear our concerns and respond, to such an extent that we don't email them on nights or weekends because we know we will hear back from them too soon! Additionally, my husband and I had concerns about putting our children in private school, but the value of this educational institution is truly outstanding. Highly recommend!

When we began looking at schools for our kids (then age 8 and 9), we were seeking a school with an…read moreemphasis on a more global and interactive educational experience rather than a curriculum focused on teaching to take tests. We wanted them to learn how to think and process information rather than to memorize. We also wanted them to have a more global understanding and what it meant to be a member of a global community and interact with a diverse student body. We found that, and more, within GEMS World Academy ~ Chicago. The teachers are among the top of their fields and know how to get the best out of their students. The Field Studies help them engage and interact with the outside world and apply their learnings in real-life settings. Our kids engage with a diverse group of students, parents, and educators. It's exciting to enter their lobby and hear a mixture of different languages spoken at any given time. We're entering our third academic year at GEMS and my kids look forward to going to school every day, something I couldn't say when they were attending their former school.

Quite honestly, I don't know much about this high school. I will only speak on what I do know. I…read morejust got a five star car wash from the swim team ! What great energy they had! I wish them to have the best season and for them to reach all their goals, including their fundraising one! Driving away with a clean car and a smile on my face! -the person who drove the blue car 8.21.26

A general public high school that has to accept ALL kids from the neighborhood. Luckily, most of…read morethe kids are wonderful.

#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

My son has completed two years of preschool at Queen of Angels grammar school. He is starting to…read moreread already and doing the curriculum of a 1st grader. The teachers are detailed orientated and truly teach the kid lessons early on that they will need to be successful as they progress through 8th grade and beyond. I would say that the teachers and school higher ups over communicate what is happening at the school and in the classroom. This is defiantly not the case when I talk to family friends that send their child to a public school in the area. The school has a buddy program where a preschooler is matched up with a 4th or 5th grader which creates cohesion and respect throughout the levels of the school. My experience is my child getting high fives and fist bumps leaving school rather than bullying. The community of the school is tight-nit with parents that are very welcoming of new families. Families are given many opportunities to give back through service and build new relationships through events. We are a very happy family with Queens and put our trust in the school with our son which is our #1 priority.

This school has been going downhill fast. High turnover for staff and students. Changed principals…read morerecently from a former teacher to some inexperienced kid who fired multiple teachers before big events (first communion, spring concert) offering little to no explanation or telling a completely contradictory story. Office staff are used as substitutes which is way too often.

Our son just started the PreK 3yo program and we are loving it! So great to see the foundation of…read moreChristian faith they are laying. Our son comes home sharing the Bible stories he has learned. Love the combination of studies and faith they bring at this age. Teachers are phenomenal and genuine. Looking forward to both our kids being here!

My son has been attending since he was 3yrs old and we are very happy with the school and the…read morecurriculum. The teachers are awesome, dedicated and always positive. Its a blessing to have a such a group of teachers and staff that care about their students. You don't see this in other schools. I recently enrolled my 4 yr old in Prek 4 and I am so impressed with all she is learning. I will recommend NLA to all families regardless of their beliefs. I know that I could trust the school to keep my children safe while Im at work. Kudos to all the staff! The tuition is the lower compare to other christian/private schools in our communities. NLA is a blessing to all children and parents.

The teachers are diligent and tough, they really care. However, they don't have enough resources to…read morehelp the kids succeed.

Nice School in the heart of downtown. Plenty of delicious food close by and most importantly its a…read morestellar education.

My children are thriving at Goethe Elementary! I feel feel so lucky this school community is in our…read moreneighborhood. Both my son and daughter consider Goethe a second home.

My son is just beginning Kindergarten at Goethe elementary in Logan Square. I cannot say enough…read moregreat things about how welcoming the staff, teachers and parents have been during this difficult transition from Preschool to Full day Kindergarten! The community play groups have been a great way for my son to connect with other classmates and for me to meet other moms.