I would like to explain the experience of being here at Acacia Academy. In Acacia Academy, I've…read moreexperienced difficulty with learning while dealing with PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, and ADHD mostly. While being here, I've struggled even more. The classes with these two specific teachers have made it even more difficult for me to learn and to work. The teachers will follow me to the bathroom due to the fact I've cried in the bathroom multiple times and it has been a '"concern" to the staff members. I would also like to mention that I've gotten panic attacks in the bathroom too-because of my PTSD, and also feeling like I am not good enough for anyone in this school (staff members, teachers, and students.) It has really made me uncomfortable from the fact that the administrator has instructed the teachers to follow me to the bathroom to monitor for me crying, panicking, or talking badly about myself even when I had stopped now. I would also like to mention that the administrator assumes that every problem with a student is either stress, or anxiety. There was a time when I was on the bathroom floor from having a panic attack and I felt weak, I've told the social worker that I had a PTSD flashback, yet they had put me in a room with an administrator to just eat my lunch and apparently "give me time" is what the social worker said and put me back in class. I understand that social workers have to talk to other kids in school, but what makes these "social workers" think that putting me back in class was a fine thing to do? Every time that I've talked to these "social workers," and discuss about how this school has made my mental state worse, yet they encourage me to keep going to this school. I've never felt more disgusted, hatred, and anger in my life from how a "social worker" would convince me that it is required to keep going here while my mental state is getting worse day by day while coming to this school. Keep in mind, I am really struggling with suicidal thoughts right now at the moment and I have to do an online hospitalization program. The teachers continue to stack up on work, while knowing that I will not be able to do some of these assignments at home because I have to do an online hospitalization program. I've never felt more pressured in my life than ever when wanting to have good grades, to get my work done, while I feel that the teachers and staff have absolutely NO awareness about the fact that I won't be able to have enough time to turn in all these assignments on time because of my online hospitalization program. Dealing with my mental health and education is absolutely exhausting, but yet-the teachers continue to give me stacks of work while I'm having to do the online hospitalization program at the same time. I've tried talking to the social workers here, but I've noticed that social workers tend to go straight to the negatives when it comes to certain talks, but never find the positivity in things that could happen if I made changes for coming to this school. Another thing is that a social worker was hoping for me to go to a partial hospitalization program *in-person*, but I told her that I was doing it *online* and she gave me a disappointed look and said, "I was hoping you would go in-person." I felt that it was completely unnecessary that she had to give a comment like that for the choices my parents make to try to help me. The social workers will always tell you, "I'm glad you came today!" Sure! You're glad that I came today to this school, but do I feel that I'm glad I came today? Absolutely not, in reality, I feel like I am forced to be in this school and suffer more each day as I continue to come here. Sometimes I don't even have a choice from whether I should come to school or not, my parents mostly make the decision to whether I can stay home or not. Attendance really matters here, because if you don't come to class for a certain amount of days, you will be held back. I feel even more pressured that I am *required* to come to this school every week without being able to give myself time to stabilize myself, yet I will have to continuously live a dreadful loop for coming here to this school and suffer even more. This school needs to have more awareness on how students feel and need to know what they're struggling with. This school may seem that it's "accommodating" and "helpful," but I feel that the school has barely accommodated anything for me as a student who wants to be successful. Oh! And also, this school told me to take my other rating down because they're afraid of people seeing the truth for what it's like to come here.

When I was sitting in an IEP meeting for my child in our normal school district I was gutted when…read morethey recommended placement out of district. I mean, how could this be? His diagnosis is manageable in public school. It happens everyday. I knew the teachers didn't understand him, and didn't care to. I knew they were mean to him but I fought to keep him in regular school because I wanted him to be with friends in the neighborhood and I didn't want the stigma attached to being sent out of district. His school district turned the screws and fought harder to get him out by destroying his self esteem. Ultimately I agreed to placement out of district to save my son's sanity. Enter Acacia. I was apprehensive at first. Everyone was so nice. I didn't think this could be real after everything we'd been through. But guess what? It IS amazing! My son loves going to school here. He feels valued as a human being and an individual. They teach him at the speed he's comfortable with. Every day that I ask him how his day was he says, "GREAT". I used to be scared to ask him how his day was. My stomach would flip when I saw an email from his school. Those days are over for us. Acacia is where it's at. Everyone knows what they're doing and I regret fighting our school district. He went from someone who was being shamed daily and punished for a neurological problem to someone who has his self esteem and happiness back. He has A's and B's and they LIKE him. I highly recommend Acacia. If you're checking reviews like I was, I know you're not in a good place right now. Hang in there moms and dads. Meet with Acacia as one of your options. You may be scared but everything will be ok - especially if this is where your child ends up.

​Best decision we made for our son, he has greatly improved his attitude and well being. He has…read morebeen more positive and excited to go to school.

Great for any kid that is completely turned off by the rote learning, arbitrary rules, and high…read moreanxiety of public school. You don't have to sit still all day, ask to go to the bathroom, or cram down food in 20 minutes when you aren't hungry. You don't have to raise your hand to talk, or get singled out when you aren't raising your hand and don't want to talk. You don't have to change into gym clothes (or swimsuits) in front of your peers. You don't have to do endless worksheets of busy work each night after school. All of these public school traditions are absurd and anxiety ridden when you stop to think about it! Quite simply, you are treated like a human. For my kid, that's all he really needed to start enjoying school again.

St. Francis is a wonderful school and I am happy to send my kids to school here. It's very strong…read moreacademically, with two Blue Ribbon designations within the past decade, and it's a welcoming, loving community. I especially appreciate the school's dedication to service -- a school-wide service day with all of the kids PreK4 through 8th Grade going off to volunteer is so unique and positive. The new principal who started this year also is fantastic. If you're considering Catholic schools in the area, SFX is a top choice. I'd encourage anyone who's interested in learning more about SFX to talk to current parents (rather than relying on some of the old reviews here) and reach out to the school for information and a tour.

We are so lucky to have this school as a part of our community. The family that is Saint Francis…read moreXavier is remarkable. I personally attended SFX and now have the privilege of sending my children there as well. It is apparent that the teachers and staff care about the families beyond academics. SFX is a family- they have a strong curriculum and build on it through the years as well as a strong base in faith and moral teachings. With such amazing schools in the area it is very competitive academically with a bonus of Catholic teachings.

Love this little school. Teachers and administrators go above and beyond serving my children's…read moreneeds, and genuinely care for their wellbeing at school and at home.

Don't get fooled by this schools name, its not as IDEAL as you might thing. Absolutely do not go to…read morethis school if you don't want trauma. The Principal does nothing at all if there are any problems/issues. The fourth grade teacher, (will not name) died blonde hair, about 5"4, and is polish, please do not put your child with her. She gaslighted me into thinking I forgot my homework even though she just tossed it. She dumped my backpack out in front of the whole class to "search it", just because she didn't believe me. The sixth grade teachers are awesome! But if you get on one of the teachers bad/angry side... Along the sides of the sixth grade teacher , My friend brought her phone to school (LIKE ALL THE OTHER KIDS DO) for safety reasons, and because she felt uncomfortable and unsafe. The sixth grade teacher saw it in her back pocket and took her out to the hall for a talk. She understood but, she was in the library with me when the teacher went up to her and yelled and asked if she has her phone. She didn't but instead of answering she just smiled, this angered the teacher so much that she yelled "S/A THIS ISN'T FUNNY! DO YOU HAVE YOUR PHONE OR NOT!?" The student then answered "no" she was so unbothered and calm about it. The teacher looked at her angrily and just stomped off. But what didn't make the most sense. There would always be this one student who would have his AirPods in, his hoodie on, and have his phone out and about. No teacher would stop him because he was/is "depressed". He also offered 2 student his vape on the bus. (they sat away from him and declined).. We were all so happy when we finally left this school. Although the art, music, pe, advanced reading, front desk, are all super nice!!!! But the janitor Jose, is so creepy and is always around the girls of this school (1st-6th graders) he's so unnecessarily uncomfortable. This is only a fraction of what happened towards the end of the year. If I wrote all of my 8 1/2 years here at this school I would might as well write a book.

To many tests. My friend was always busy. All the teachers…read more are old. The tall lunch lady sucks. They need better food in the cafeteria.

Timothy Christian is great, I recently had 2 of their summer sports camps they were very fun! I had…read moresoftball and basketball they have a great time with you and you just enjoy what they have to offer. They are week long, and a phenomenal experience. Go and see the great things the offer. P.S. If you sign up for softball, pay attention, seriously..... I got hit in lip and I wasn't paying attention.....

This is the BEST preschool in the Western Suburbs! Ms. Beth is the greatest teacher I could have…read moreever asked for! By the time my oldest left for kindergarden he was more than prepared. We are so happy with this school!

I am a former elementary school teacher and reading specialist, and tried several other preschools…read morein the area before "Miss Beth". Besides the fact that she is a Northwestern Graduate, a master Montessori Teacher, and loves her job, she truly CARES about her students. Although she has wait lists for children to get into her school, she constantly strives to improve and is always has her students' best interests in mind. My children are in school in Hinsdale in 4th and 3rd grade, and I have yet to meet another teacher that can hold a candle to her. In fact, her pre-school "report cards", consisting of a porfolio of a child's work as well as test results, have about 10 times more meaningful information in than I have ever received on any report card or teacher conference from my children in their current school. Both of my children were extremely well prepared academically and socially for school. She is one of the most amazing teachers I have ever met in my life!

Best school ever has a gym with a stage and loud speakers that play at the tall kids has a red…read morecurtain on the stage just such a good school but beware Mr.Thomas has a bad rep

Love this preschool program! Plenty of play, but they work in early academics too. We sent our…read moreoldest and now will be sending our youngest.

From the owner: Christian Preschool-8th Grade, 6:30am-6:30pm Extended Care, Spanish and Art for grades 1-8, Private…read moreMusic lessons, Choirs, Band, Advanced Track for Math, Competitive Sports, After-school soccer, chess, drama, math, equestrian clubs and veteran faculty! Tiger Tots for Two Year Olds! Want a special time to play with your toddler or would you like to start preparing your child for Preschool? Join us for Tiger Tots! 2 year olds with a parent or caregiver meet for 1 hour each week to play in a preschool setting and have lots of fun!

Teachers really care about your kid and not just if they are in honors or AP courses. They engage…read moreand teach. The administration so far has been outstanding and has worked with our student especially Chris Grosrenaud who is an amazing counselor. We look forward to the next four years with our youngest who starts in 2026. Really couldn't be happier with any public school our children have attended Des including private schools.

Both campuses are great. The staff care about the students. All of my sons teachers were amazing…read more They have a lot of stuff for tut students to pick from. The classes they offer can help the students with the education during and after high school.