My nephew came here and I have to say its a really nice academy. I love the fact that it still…read morekept some of its vintage Charm. A turning point came in 1983, when the National Register accepted the application of neighborhood residents to designate Tri-Taylor with historic district status. This was something that was duly noted in the archives of the City. Chicago Hope Academy is a private high school in what was once (and still is in my eyes) Little Italy and now Tri-Taylor, which is the heart of Chicago. It is coed and Christian affiliated, serving 150 students in grades 9-12. On any given day you will see the students running around outside just playing and having a good time before entering class. If you go around back (through the Ogden Avenue side) , look up and you will see the 8 foot tall clock that gives you the correct time above all the cars that it oversees. It is a nice look to an other wise vintage building. All in all, the inside is very pristine with its shiny floors that seem to get cleaned every minute of the day. Shining the way it did maybe back in the beginning. Its architecture and attention to detail really amazes me, I wish I knew who was the architect but alas, that would be a little going too far back. If you are ever in the area, come back and ask to get a tour, I'm sure the principal would not mind at all. It is located in a hidden section of Bowler street and Oakley. The front of the school seems to be a park with benches, but the private school can boast amazing detail.

I am writing this because parents deserve to know what kind of "Christian" high school Chicago Hope…read moreAcademy really is. As a child of God, I stand firm on my faith; I also believe that right is right and wrong is wrong and no matter what entity. This educational establishment is not above reproach and due to their lack of integrity where their actions have been inconsistent and disreputable, leads one to believe that the people leading this school is not suitable for ANY trust or leadership and must be held accountable. What happened to my child -- and to our family -- was not just disappointing. It was shocking, heartbreaking, and completely at odds with the values this school claims to represent. My child was expelled without a single real explanation. No meeting. No conversation. No attempt to understand what was going on. As parents, we were left standing there, stunned, trying to make sense of a decision that the school refused to justify. For an institution that talks endlessly about integrity and transparency, the silence was deafening. And let me be clear: this wasn't just a disciplinary issue. My child, like so many teens after COVID, has been carrying real trauma. Anxiety. Emotional exhaustion. The kind of struggles that any school -- especially a Christian one -- should be prepared to meet with compassion, patience, and support. Instead, they responded with the coldest, most dismissive approach imaginable. The counselor, who should have been a lifeline, was nowhere to be found in any meaningful way. No advocacy. No guidance. No effort to understand the emotional reality of a teenager trying to navigate a world that has been anything but stable. Their role felt symbolic at best, nonexistent at worst. And the disciplinary dean -- the person who should model wisdom, empathy, and discernment -- acted with a level of rigidity and detachment that was honestly disturbing. There was no trauma informed lens, no attempt at restoration, no recognition that teenagers make mistakes and need adults who can help them grow. Instead, the response was swift, punitive, and utterly devoid of grace. This school had a chance to live out the Christian values it advertises: redemption, forgiveness, compassion, partnership with families. Instead, it chose the path of least effort -- remove the "problem," avoid the conversation, and pretend that's leadership. It's not. It's cowardice dressed up as discipline. It's easier to expel a hurting teenager than to actually support them. It's easier to shut parents out than to admit that maybe the school mishandled something. It's easier to hide behind vague statements than to practice the honesty and accountability they demand from students. There's a name for this type of action - HYPROCRISY!!! By definition, the practice of professing beliefs, virtues, or feelings that one does not actually hold, often engaging in the same behaviors one criticizes in others. If you are a parent considering Chicago Hope Academy, especially if your child has any emotional needs, any trauma, any challenges at all -- please think twice. A school that cannot extend compassion to a struggling teenager is not a school prepared to guide them. A school that refuses to communicate with parents is not a school that values partnership. And a school that expels a child without explanation is not a school that understands the responsibility it carries. We expected a community rooted in faith and humanity. What we encountered was a system more interested in protecting itself than supporting the young people entrusted to its care. This experience was devastating for our family, and no parent should have to go through it.

I've had children at St. Clement for 10 years and cannot say enough wonderful things about the…read moreeducation and community. The teachers and staff are exceptional--meeting each of our three very different children where they are and helping them grow as individuals. For a small school, St. Clement offers an incredible range of sports, music, and clubs. Our oldest graduated fully prepared for high school with a true love of learning and a strong sense of self. We couldn't ask for more from a grade school.

All four of my children have been enrolled here for over 7 years. This school has been an…read moreincredible community for our family the entire time. St. Clement has a true family feel. The teachers are supportive, dedicated, and genuinely care about each child's growth. Academics are strong and do an excellent job preparing students for the very competitive Chicago high school environment. We feel lucky to be part of such a warm, engaged, and high-quality school community and highly recommend St. Clement to any family looking for both academic excellence and strong values.

We have been a part of the St Ben's community for four years and are extremely happy with the…read morequality of the education and how invested and caring the teachers are. St Ben's also has so many extra curricular activities for the kids, sport twice a week, Spanish, Art, STEM, music and many more. There is lots of school events to get involved with for example Daddy/Daughter Dances, Mom's/Dad's nights out, a Gala, Fun Run and great Oktober Fest that the Parish puts on. The communication to parents each week is very clear and informative. Our daughter is thriving at the school, we are very happy at St Ben's!

I went to St. Benedict High School, and this was my home parish as a teenager up until I got…read moremarried and moved to the south side. It was an excellent school. My teachers really cared about making sure that we got a quality education that would allow us to become articulate adults who were ready for whatever path we chose in life. I generally felt like they cared about me as a person, and that they wanted to make sure that I grew into a well rounded individual. I appreciate the time I spent St. Benedict, and I was well prepared not only for college, but for life in general. The church building itself is beautiful, but unassuming. The vaulted ceilings are cream, gold and a soft blue that, coupled with marble floors and dark wood give off a classy vibe. They remodeled it in the late 1990's, and I think the new décor was supposed to be more true to the original. It is not as ornate as some churches in the city but just as beautiful, without trying too hard, in my opinion. The priests were all right, and I remember the masses being engaging. I miss St. Ben's!

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This is an outstanding school even without money and support for years the kids played in the…read morestreet ate lunch at their desks and had 60 kids in a classroom and our scores where higher than the public schools that had everything. It is a matter of the parents expecting more from their children and not believing money makes it happen. Don't judge the education with how modern or how new the facility is judge it by how much the parents expect from their children.

My son went here for half a year. His teacher was poorly trained and received her degree in…read moreadministration on line. She could not teach him and told us that he had a language disorder. We agreed to have him evaluated, and she and the principal did not listen to the results of the evaluation, before asking him to leave. He is now in public school, the academics there are stronger, the teachers and administration kinder and better trained, and he's getting A's. If you want your child to get a good education and be fairly treated, look elsewhere I have no respect for anyone who blames her own failures on children. Children deserve better.

This is a terrific school. The school uses the latest research to design its curriculum,…read moreincorporating experiential learning with every opportunity. The class sizes are small, so the teachers get to know each student individually and tailor their approach to the student's needs. The graduates of this school have a very high acceptance rate at the CPS selective enrollment schools as well as selective private schools. Highly recommend this school.

My husband and I have been members here for 9+ years. Our daughter started in preschool and has…read morecontinued on through junior kindergarten, kindergarten and first grade. I truly love it here. The church helps me build my relationship with God, is warm and welcoming, and has both service and social activities. Pastor Hess is doing a lovely job leading the congregation. The school has been doing a great job teaching our daughter and providing her with a healthy, God-centered environment. Navigating school is challenging for both students and parents. The teachers have provided my daughter *and* me with invaluable tools on how to reach our educational goals and deal with interpersonal relationships (1st graders have *big* emotions!). I feel like I am part of a team.

My daughter attends there pre-kindergarten program and we were referred by friends of ours. We…read moreabsolutely love the staff and the school.

We started at Saint Andrew after a disastrous year with CPS during Covid. We have had a wonderful…read moreexperience since. My one daughter started in 1st grade and our youngest was in Pre-K. The girls are now in 2nd and 4th grade and its been going very well. The community is so welcoming and involved in the school. We also love all the extra activities the teachers offer after school. In 4th grade, the kids can start participating in school sports, which has been very fun. My daughter in playing basketball and volleyball. She loves playing with her friends and really enjoys the support she gets from her school. We love this school!

As a transfer family from Chicago Public Schools, we could not be happier with our decision. Saint…read moreAndrew principal, Sarah Cassavecchia, and team welcomed us with open arms. My son is challenged by the rigorous academic curriculum while receiving the kind of one on one attention that simply does not exist in the large CPS classrooms. The parent community is loving, kind, and down to earth. See for yourself and sign up for a school tour!

St Turibius is the place to be as a church. All the past, and current pastor that head the…read morechurch,preach and teach the teachings of Jesus Christ to its fullest scripture. You could learn alot about God.

I was baptized here--or so they tell me. I have no memory of that event but it's a plausible story…read moresince they brought me here every Sunday for a few years. I don't know the community nowadays but back in the day it was vibrant with social and fund-raising events. Monsignor Mroczkowski (try to pronounce that) was the pastor from 1967 to 1986. Look up his obituary to see some high powered Catholic clergy credentials. He was revered by parishoners and became Pastor Emeritus. He had a good voice and ran the choir. I think his degree was in Gregorian chant. That title was conferred by the Pope, so we didn't address him as Father, but Monsignor. This would be a holy place to me even if it were not an official holy place. So many funerals. My people are gone.

Horrible experience at this play. Never coming back. I was getting mistreated for no reason. Please…read morefix staff.

My children have attended St. Helen since we moved here two years ago. The school has a thriving…read moreparent-school association which puts on a four-day festival with music, rides, and a full-entertainment beer garden as well as many other community fundraisers to contribute to the school's operating budget. The school's enrollment has steadily increased since the current principal took over the operation and direction of the school and it is no wonder why. My children are getting an education by people who care and it shows in their development and well-being.

We love this school. My 3 year old started preschool here this year and we just love it. The…read moreprincipal is exactly what you'd expect - stern, fair and helpful. She's not there to make friends, she's there to make sure your children get the best possible education. She listens to the parents feedback and if it warrants a change - whether it's adding a new program, or handling an issue, she tries her best to do the most good. It bothers me when the principal puts on a happy face for the parents. Most of the teachers are wonderful, but do your homework - go to open houses, and make requests. I will say that like every school - not every teacher there is fully committed. I have come across one or two who always seem to have a sour puss on their face. And the work with kids under 6 - they should be smiling in their sleep! The tuition is affordable, especially for what you get. The hot lunch program and the after-care schedule family friendly. I would definitely look into this school - we really love it here and now feel like we don't *have* to move to the suburbs. There's a ton of diversity - socially and racially. The parent-groups are great - very involved but none of that stiff competition you see in other religious based education facilities in the city. Ranked top 25 in Chicago private schools!