My son went here last year, transferred him out within a year. This school was so bad. People kept…read moresteeling his things and the principal did not help out with this problem. Would not recommend sending your child here.

I've been hiding this for a long time and I hope the school will shut down. I went to that school…read morewhen I was young and left at 2017 because I graduate there. The teachers were so awful and their teaching was awful even Ms Piña, I will never forget how the principal hired a women named Ms roach who was a music teacher back in 2014 to 2015 and that women made me cry and she didn't even say sorry to me for what she said to including the social workers never called CPS for helping me escaping my toxic family from my fathers side and getting out of the abuse I had with the father of my two younger brothers. I try to give them a sign for them to called them and get involved they did called Chicago Police but they didn't do nothing to help me or my mother to escaped from my family with my father and my brothers father even the food is so disgusting I would never forget I almost ate a rotten orange and they never changed the lunch menu even I got sick from it once, After all those years of being quiet about it I how they treated me and how they ignored my safety and never teach anyone from easy way to the hard way and to this day I wished they changed the dress code back then even that one time one of the teachers took my magazine when it was just women clothing when in their words were "inappropriate" when it's just a women clothing magazine not a s#xual women clothing magazine. I hope they'll realized what they did was awful and really shitty for not helping me and I wished them nothing but the worst, For everyone who was a victim of abuse don't go to Farnsworth Elementary because they'll ignored the signs and not helping you.

I used to go to this school, and I hated it. grade 1-4 it's not bad but when I start heading to…read more5,6, 7, and 8th grade I was bullied for following my culture, and what I wear. I used to cover up my body and hair because of my culture and because of that I was called a bomber, Terriots, and long nose. most of the guys in the school act very gay, around me knowing that in my culture i can't support LGBTQ2+ and was not allowed to talk or sit next to a boy. they made me feel very uncomfortable, and insecure about my face and nose, which made me hide it with makeup. they would always follow me while screaming and saying I'm gay, which people have spread rumors about me and how I was a pick me girl. because of that I didn't have any friends and would eat in the bathroom while crying. Teachers are horriable. I tried telling the teacher about this multiple times, and the same words she said was "boys will be boys, I mean you do look gay" after she said that those words haunted me throughout graduation. i now do online high school because I'm scared something like this would happen again.

Great school. My daughter is graduating this year and she was well prepared to face the challenges…read moreahead. Because of the great teachers and administrators she made it to one of the most sought after selective enrollment high schools in Chicago. Thanks Beaubien.

It's alright pretty decent school. teachers are okay and some really care. graduated years…read moreago...wonder if anything has changed... personally wouldn't send my kid here

I'm tired of this school, all 3 kids attended this school 2 out of 3 of them got mistreated. My son…read morewas mistreated and the Principal (Mrs.Bester) just had ignored it and did not report to cps. My daughter was pushed around and got sexually harassed by an older student, we reported to Mrs.Bester and she did not punish the kid at all, and the principal also blamed her that the kids were pushing her around. Also most teachers are very rude and very few of them are sweet. DO NOT RECOMMEND JOHN W GARVY UNLESS YOU WANT YOUR KIDS MENTAL HEALTH SCREWED UP.

Belding Elementary is a great school. I have been assigned to Belding for over a year as their…read moreschool nurse. All of the staff is very friendly, and are genuinely invested in their students. I love the special classes that they have for all grades. Every child gets the opportunity to learn Arabic, as well as participate in a dance class that teaches everything from modern dance, to tap, to breakdancing on a weekly basis. If students are having trouble in class, then teachers aides take them to the side to work on their problem areas. This is a small school, but that is perfect to ensure that all students receive the optimum learning experience. Fun note: The garden in front of Belding with the picnic tables is a certified wildlife habitat.

Belding Elementary has been home to my daughter for the past 4 years (having transferred her here…read morefrom a private school starting in 5th grade). The leadership under Principal Yutzy and the time and care that the teachers at the school provide each student is a joy to witness. Students are challenged according to their abilities and are gently prodded to excel. It is almost like an extension of your family when it comes to the care/efforts put forth by the faculty & staff for the students. As a parent I can honestly say that my interactions at the school were more enjoyable and inclusive than they were at the private school. The education provided by all the GREAT TEACHERS over the years helped to enable my daughter to be prepared for that arduous task of Selective Enrollment and it got her into Northside College Prep. If you are debating whether to place your child at this wonderful neighborhood school; take the leap of faith as you will not be disappointed. We will miss Belding, but in our hearts we will ALWAYS BE A BELDING BULLDOG FAMILY!!

Ole A. Thorp Scholastic Academy is an excellent elementary school. The principal is very dedicated…read moreand driven to achieve higher goals for the student body, as a whole. He is very visible. The teachers are dedicated professionals and the office staff, the nurse, and the custodians are also caring and dedicated to the children's needs. They cannot accomplish the goals at hand without the parent involvement present. This school is our small village;) We love it.

Not the school preview but the grounds surrounding the school are previewed- great park for…read moreneighborhood kids who want like to play sports - has a basketball court - large enough for soccer football and has a baseball diamond

This is a great school! This is the first year our child is going in person and is loving it so…read morefar. We're so impressed with the teachers, administration and the community.

At 3:30 pm, avoid the commute down Berteau Avenue (especially if you intend to hop on the Kennedy…read morefrom Montrose and Cicero) as there is such an obstruction of traffic due to waiting parents. While traveling down Berteau Avenue, a gentleman of LatinX descent, approximately 50 years old with a plaid shirt stopped in front of me, exited his vehicle (in front of me), and continued adjusting a blue wooden sign labeled "Police Line - Do Not Cross". He left very little room for me to navigate around his vehicle and just added to the chaos. He motioned for me to drive around his car. I refused due to the minimal space provided, and he exploded in a fit of immature rage. He seriously had a tantrum. I would have easily side swiped his vehicle. I then laughed at him and rerouted as he remained uncompromising. I contacted the main office of the school to file a complaint, asking them to contact me directly. As of yet - no call. I indicated that I would be reluctant to enroll my child into a school that employs disgusting, angry, immature, misogynistic men.

They also put to much pressure on their students. This makes them feel bad about themselvesread more

Union ridge was an extremely excellent and exceptional school the principal and social worker and…read moreteachers were awesome they helped when kids had hard times and they were very fast in taking care of situations that happened outside and that happened right there in the school

I have children that go to this school. The other reviewer has an ax to grind or something, but…read morethis school is known in the neighborhood for being tough to get into and that angers some people. This is a great school, the kids are perfectly happy and the programs are great.