Incredible school like no other, for students who are academically advanced / gifted and crave…read morechallenge and empowering learning experiences. The teachers are masters in their field, the school day is incredibly vibrant with PE every day and fine arts, language & stem classes. The extracurricular options are vast. The students are incredibly kind and supportive of each other.

Great school but tends to greatly favor children whose parents are the biggest donors. Not fair in…read moremany ways if you are a medium donor.

We love the First United Methodist Preschool! My son has literally blossomed under the loving…read moreguidance of the dedicated, creative teachers there. He is excited to go there each day, talks about his teachers with reverence, and has made many good friends among the students there. We have been impressed by the quality of the activities, the attention given to the lesson planning, and the genuine compassion shown by the teachers. Not only are the children surrounded by a vibrant learning environment, but the parents are kept fully informed about what goes on during the day. We are thrilled with the quality of our son's preschool education and look forward to sending our younger children to FUMPS as well as soon as they are old enough.

We're really pleased with my daughter's experience at the First United Methodist Preschool in…read moreDowners Grove. She's in her second year, and I've seen her grow so much socially and academically. She comes home each day with new art projects, singing new songs, and talking about the interesting, fun activities and discussions from the day. The school has 5 full-time, certified teachers, and they're really focused on using a wide variety of activities and techniques to engage the kids. They also really involve the parents, and we've had a lot of fun getting to know the other families through the ice cream social, mom's/dad's days, the Halloween parade, the nativity play, classroom parties, and more. It's a great program!

We started at Guidepost Downers Grove when it opened. It has been a wonderful experience, everyone…read moreis great and they really care about the children. We would recommend.

From the owner: Our school in Downers Grove is now accepting pre-registration deposits for first-priority placement…read morein our programs! Guidepost Montessori in Downers Grove is one of the most trusted Montessori schools in DuPage County, Illinois. Indoors, rooms are spacious, bright, and light-filled, creating a warm and calm space for children to work.

Our two children attended this school. While we did meet some good people, both our children's…read moreexperiences at the school were quite negative. There is a small but influential group of parents who essentially run everything and if you or your children cannot break into that circle your children will likely suffer. Sports is the key focus at the school with parent socialization a close second. Parental cliques dictate whether your children will have friends and many of those parents are intimately involved in the administration, social events and are even teachers and aides. Unfortunately for our children we were not well connected and they suffered, our daughter in particular. If you are able to break into the fraternity-like parent social structure and your child is an excellent athlete, your children may thrive. But most people don't and you will have to try and find small niches of other parents who are similarly situated. Scholastics are sub-par so you will have to supplement your child's curriculum. Teacher turnover is high. They resort to hiring parents to teach on occasion. The focus here is not a Christian education but an institution dominated by self-serving parents who have managed to use the structure to their own children's advantage. Before enrolling, conduct your own research and try to speak with parents of students outside of those who run the school. Not worth the risk given the strong public system and other larger private schools in the area where your kids may have more options for friends and activities other than sports.

I have 2 children who currently attend SMG and will soon have a third! So far we have had a great…read moreexperience! I am in education myself and have high expectations for my children's education. We toured several schools before deciding on St. Mary's. I am confident with our decision and can see that our children are excelling academically and spiritually. SMG focuses on educating the whole child! I appreciate the values that the school instills in the children and the support that I have received from all levels (support staff, teachers, aides, and administration). I'm not sure why it is saying I am from San Fran. I do live in Downers Grove, IL!

Our younger child attended the 4-year-old class last year. What a wonderful place! When I saw their…read moresample schedule, I couldn't understand how they could fit so many things into such a small time frame. However, when I participated in some of the classes, I saw that they really were able to lovingly teach these children, without feeling rushed or pressured. Truly amazing. Involvement is encouraged, with a parent volunteering to help with each class. Focus on pre-reading/reading, numbers, being a part of a community, and the love of Jesus. We are so happy we sent her here. I highly recommend it.

Love this school! Both of my children have gone from start to finish. I cannot say enough…read morepositive things about the experience that my children have had over the years. My son will be graduating this year and we will continue to recommend DGCS to our friends with young children. The principal for the last several years (over 5 years) has made some very positive changes to the staff to make a good school better. I am so thankful that my son has been able to go to school 100% in person for his 8th grade year. They are taking precautions, following protocol, and providing an outstanding education for the students. If you have a child from preschool to 8th grade and you are looking for a private school education check out DGCS.

I have a 3rd and 6th grader at DGCS. We absolutely love it. We make the drive from 20 min away and…read moreit is 100 percent worth it. Both boys have needed extra help catching up in certain subjects and the staff/teachers have patiently and lovingly supported them every step of the way. My kids love going to school and are so proud of all they have accomplished. The parents and teachers are welcoming and inclusive. We especially enjoy attending the kids' weekly chapel where we see first-hand the love the teachers have for Christ and for sharing the gospel with the students. We have found a gem of a community and the kids are thriving!

My wife and I looked at several daycares, and at home daycares, in the area for our 2 year old…read moredaughter. Kindercare care was clean, the staff seemed friendly and the hours were convenient for our work schedules. We thought we'd try it out and see how are daughter adjusted to the environment. Before moving to DG we had a nanny and we wanted her to have exposure to other children. It's been over a year now and we're very happy with the care our daughter has received. Our daughter loves going their each day and is learning a lot from their lesson plan. The staff is very proactive in addressing issues; though we have had very few. If a parent has a concern, they respond and follow up immediately. I don't agree that the staff are overwhelmed. With a classroom of 2 year olds it's going to be a bit noisy. But, the staff is great at settling the mood of the room. Since the first week, I have felt at ease and confident that my daughter is getting the best care possible. I highly recommend considering the DG Kindercare.

I starting taking my child to KinderCare Highland Ave when my baby was 4 months old. Every time he…read moregoes in he is extremely excited to see his friends and teachers. I am at ease and know my child is in good hands whenever I leave. I believe being around other children and the teachers has helped advance his milestones! Additionally they have an amazing app that sends photo or and video updates and keeps a daily report of everything! Kris, who manages the establishment is organized, quick to respond, and extremely sweet. If you're interested they give tours! I'm a very happy Mom!

Absolutely FILTHY. Several violations and fines on record. Do your due diligence because this is…read morenot an acceptable daycare.

My daughter first enrolled at tutor time when she was only 3 months old and is now almost 1 yr. My…read morehusband and myself wanted a daycare that would really focus on developing her physical milestones, social skills and cognitive abilities. With the low teacher to student ratio and structured activities out daughter is thriving. At 10 months old she is non stop walking and talking. Staff also assisted us with introducing solid food, dealing with teething and other day to day issues. Current time updates with her feedings, bowel movements and activities via their app. Plus open communication with staff through the app as well during the day. We are very happy we chose this day care they have been doing a wonderful job with our daughter.

We have loved Guiding Hands for our now 10 month old son who has been attending since he was 3…read moremonths old. All of the staff are fantastic. He has too many great teachers to count (both in the infant room and the 15 month - 2 year old room who fill in). Not only does he drop off and pick up with a giant smile on his face but he has learned so many things because of how great these teachers are (clueless parent here). Special shout out to Ms. Dulce and Ms. Jahayra who have been amazing.

Where do I begin on how amazing this place is! From the moment you walk in the front door you are…read moregreeted with smiles and hellos. All of the staff are friendly, caring and treat us like we are theIr family. All four of my kids have attended Guiding Hands and they absolutely love their time here. The staff here go above and beyond, from my daughter learning how to count to 100 by 10's (in the day care van on the way to school!) to the check ins when my children aren't there on their normal days , the teachers have even checked in on us after doctor appointments. This place is filled with wonderful staff and kids. I would absolutely recommend Guiding Hands to everyone, I have never walked out the door and worried about the care and safety of my children.

Can't thank HCP enough for their continuous efforts of making this preschool such a special place…read morefor our children. It is my daughter's last year here and I'm saddened to leave such a great community filled with so many special teachers and families helping our children grow each day. From regulating emotions, learning letters and numbers and using playtime for learning, it makes a space for my daughter to love to go to school to learn. Thank you so much for your patience, care and growth for our community and littles! I couldn't have picked a better place and you will all be missed!

We have been sending our children to HCP since 2014. We love it! We initially chose the program…read morebecause it offered a fantastic 2s program (parents/caregivers do not have to stay with the child). The 3s and 4s programs are excellent as well - my kids were beyond ready for kindergarten. The teachers are very warm, engaging and patient. The Director is SO on top of it and the communication between the parents and school is A+. We really enjoy being part of the HCP community - it is hands down the best preschool in the area.