Teachers are great and the school helps with al l types of students. Great school and staff.read more

New Connections - Palatine (Parent of a Currently Enrolled Student)…read moreMy child has been enrolled at NCA Palatine since 2020, and the school has truly been a game changer. Before coming to NCA, my child attended two of the top public school SPED programs in the area -- from push-in to pull-out services, and even self-contained classrooms. Unfortunately, not all students can thrive in their home school environment due to challenges like integration with the general education population, the level of support needed, and the availability of specialized staff. After doing extensive research on outplacement options, I chose NCA Palatine. Like any major transition, the adjustment took time. I questioned myself, the district, and even the NCA staff on more than one occasion. But every time, I received reassurance, thoughtful feedback, and clear action steps that led to real, meaningful improvements. Success at this school truly depends on collaboration between all parties involved, and the staff here genuinely understands that. They actively seek family input and value parent perspectives. Class sizes are small -- typically no more than 10 students -- with one teacher and two program assistants. Beyond the classroom, there's a strong team of support professionals, including multiple therapists, behavior specialists (RIS), and an outstanding administrative team. Without a doubt, this school has had the most significant impact on my child's education and development. For the first time in our child's life, we've found a community that genuinely cares and is committed to making the world a better place for our kids

The Sophomore level Math teacher drove us to change schools…read more He has an ego and is more interested in penalizing a depressed students grade than engaging with the student. He is the reason my son will not be attending Carmel going forward. There are many great faculty at Carmel, but it only takes a couple of rotten apples to ruin a students experience.

Went to Carmel, Graduated in 2002 and love everything about the school. Not only did I get a better…read moreeducation, but the quality and relationships I developed are some of the best I've gotten in my life. I am sad to see some of the changes the new president and principal are making, as it is starting to stray away from what "Carmel" and what being a "Corsair" is and was, but I hope it comes back. Great school. Best in the area.

Since my daughter has started at Kindercare, I have seen a positive outcome in her. Traci and Amy…read moreand the rest of the teachers are great there and have continued to maintain a great environment for the kids. Fatemeh H.

It's a great school with amazing teachers and students! Learning and growing every day!read more

As a concerned parent, I feel it's important to share my experience for families who may be…read moreconsidering this school. Unfortunately, I would not recommend spending your hard-earned money here. This school is simply not the same as it was just a few years ago. My children have attended since 2020, and under the previous principal, our experience was truly exceptional. She demonstrated genuine care for every child, communicated openly with families, and worked hard to resolve issues in a compassionate and timely manner. However, since the leadership change in 2024, the environment has shifted significantly. Communication has been one of my biggest concerns. I have reached out multiple times regarding issues involving my children and often received no response at all. Attempts to schedule in-person conferences especially to support my son, who has mild autism were repeatedly ignored. I was simply told there were not enough staff members to provide adequate supervision or support, particularly during unstructured times like recess. What has been especially troubling is the lack of transparency. There were incidents involving my children that I was never informed about at the time, only to later receive formal written reports via email. Rather than proactive communication or collaborative problem-solving, the school's approach often felt reactive and impersonal, with immediate mentions of suspension or expulsion instead of meaningful discussion. As a parent, it is deeply disappointing to see such a lack of responsiveness, care, and individualized attention especially in a Catholic school setting, where values of compassion, understanding, and support should be at the forefront. At times, it feels as though the focus has shifted more toward running the school as a business rather than nurturing and supporting the well-being of each child. I am truly saddened by this change and hope the administration takes parent concerns seriously moving forward. Every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and valued.

I am a parent of a student attending the SJBS since 2019. I started him in their PreK and now his…read moreis enrolled for 2024-2025. I adore the overall atmosphere and enrichment that he receives from SJBS. His improvement and development has make him a more wholesome and self-confident child. I have noticed the differences in his demeanor verse kids that go to the public schools in my area (they are sweet kids too). He can deliver a speech in front of a church group with confidence and no pressure. He amazes himself on the accomplishments he has made each school year. For as long as we are able to, we plan to keep him at SJBS and (eventually) enroll his little brother into the school.