Was walking by the school with my friends during recess. A kid kicked the ball, and it bounced…read morebehind us. A woman that worked there said, and I quote "appreciate it, God forbid that you stop the ball." First of all, this is a teacher and parent who's job is to monitor recess either if she was paid to do so or volunteered, to get the balls when they go in the street, which is exactly what happened. Just thought it was very rude.

We love SJS! The school and Parish are very active and upbeat. They are always improving things…read moreso our kids have the best possible education and environment. They just got new windows in part of the school and updated the courtyard with brand new play equipment, turf, decking and benches. There's also a brand new STEAM lab for the older kids. I don't know much about the "big kid" classes since my son is in PK, but I've heard great things and have met a few WONDERFUL teachers of the higher grades. The class sizes are smaller (there are two 3 year old PK and two 4 year old PK's instead of one giant class for each). PK follows the Big Day curriculum and keeps very active. Since my son has started PK4 he has learned so much! We also love that there is after care both before and after school. We don't use the before school care but we do use Extended Care for after school, which makes life easier for working parents. I also love that the teachers all have their own blogs and post pictures and information about what the kids do all day.

So this school has a lot of events that bring the community together to keep their costs down to…read moremake sure the education is affordable for all local residents. The MENS club host events throughout the year and if in the market for a place to watch next years big game try IC men's club sponsored event!

Immaculate Conception School is located on the far northwest side of Chicago. It is the educational…read morehome for 560 children in grades preschool through eight. The faculty, staff, parents, and supporting community work together to provide a challenging learning environment which includes include: whole and part-time preschool and kindergarten classes, Spanish language instruction, departmental classes for grades 4-8, technology, and physical education, music, library, and art. I.C. offers a wide variety of after school programs including: sports, journalism, art, quiz bowl, science, band, string instruments, drama, chess, Tae-Kwon-Do, student council, cooking, Junior National Honor Society, and dance. In 2007 our school was named a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. Our success can be attributed to the hard work of students, parents, and faculty. We are a community of learners who aspire to stir the soul, tweak the imagination, and develop a love of learning that will continue long after formal education ends. Immaculate Conception is proud to have been awarded Blue Ribbon status. The No Child Left Behind-Blue Ribbon Schools Program honors public and private K-12 schools that are either academically superior in their states or that demonstrate dramatic gains in student achievement. We are one of only 19 Illinois elementary, middle and high schools to have been awarded this honor. To learn more about IC go to: http://www.iccowboys.net/

Just attended last Sunday very warm welcoming people. The pastors sermon was inspiring and…read moreinformative. I went to the coffee hour and again the people we welcoming and kind. I plan to go again next week.

My kids love this school! - teachers & administrator are…read moregreat at communicating - COVID protocols are well thought out - 2 playgrounds - tons of indoor space for the winter including a cafeteria/gym, music room, library room, and art room Highly recommend!

My husband and I moved into the neighborhood 9 years ago. I remember walking through the…read moreneighborhood and seeing how happy and well behaved the SMOW kids were playing outside. I knew I wanted to send my children there one day. Fast forward a few years, I have one child enrolled and the second who will be starting next year. The school far exceeded my expectations from all aspects! It's a great community, amazing staff, lots of fun enrichment options, strong academic support, and most importantly my child loves attending SMOW. Such a great school choice!

As a parent who has had four children go through St. Mary of the Woods School, I can confidently…read moresay this community has been one of the greatest blessings of our family's life. Over nearly two decades, we've experienced every grade level, every teacher, and every stage of childhood. Through it all, SMOW has provided not only an excellent education, but a foundation of faith, leadership, and character that will stay with our kids forever. The teachers truly know their students, not just by name, but by heart. They meet each child where they are, encourage their individual strengths, and help them grow into confident, capable, and kind young people. The sense of community is unmatched, families support one another, teachers and staff go above and beyond, and the parish connection makes it feel like an extension of home. There's something special about walking into St. Mary of the Woods, you feel it immediately. It's faith, it's pride, it's joy. We couldn't have asked for a better place for our children to grow up.

Amazing This church is very welcoming and warming my kids…read morehave been going to there school since PK Over all Amazing school and church

I love this church! I was baptized here way back when. Though it's not my parish anymore, it's…read morealways nice to revisit. Lovely art and architecture inside. There is also plenty of parking here and it's close to the shops and restaurants of uptown Park Ridge.

Wonderful school! Excellent teachers, challenging curriculum, and an amazing sense of community…read more Best choice I ever made for my family

We absolutely love it here. Our kids couldn't be happier and I feel like I'm leaving them with…read morefamily every morning when I drop them off. Highly recommend if you want your child to be in a family, community, faith based school where the academics are outstanding too.

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The options of activities and educational programs that this parish offers for children and…read morefamilies is unmatched.

We love PFGA! We've had such a wonderful experience at Pope Francis Global Academy! From the start,…read moreit's been clear that the teachers and staff really care about each student. Their dedication and warmth have made a big difference for our kids, and we always feel supported as a family. One of the things we love most is the strong sense of community. Families look out for one another, and there are always fun events happening that bring everyone together. Halloween parties, fundraisers, classroom activities - there's always something going on that helps build strong connections. Academically, the curriculum really prepares students well for high school. Our kids are challenged and engaged. And if they struggle with a subject, there's additional support. Most importantly, our children are in a safe, nurturing environment where they feel valued and encouraged to grow. The experience has been more than worth the investment!

The joy and energy is this building is unlike any other school. Great teachers, strong admin,…read morecaring all around. A Middle School science lab that rivals many high schools! All classrooms have a productive hum and great student interactions. This is a place where students express their learning and NOT a place where 'silence is golden'! Definitely worth checking out.