This is a review specifically for the pool…read more It's great that our Muslim community has this resource for women to learn how to swim in a safe, closed-off, women's-only environment. Kifayeh is an incredibly sweet and encouraging woman. While the pool doesn't have any frills, it serves a great purpose in the community. Classes were for 45 minutes, 3 times a week, and are usually pretty small in size. The instructor (or instructors) work at your pace, so you don't have to worry about waiting for the rest of the class to catch up or falling behind.

Checks all the boxes ... caring, clean, good reputation. Pre-school program appears much better…read morethan other programs offered in the area.

My son attended Bobbie Noonan's for two's, Juniors, and Preschool. When the big Kindergarten…read moredecision came I sent him to his local public school. The public school did an entrance test to see how much my son knew, and the great news was they said he was definitely ready to start Kindergarten. Thank you Bobbie Noonan for all your hard work!! My family loves Bobbie Noonan. What a great place to send your kids.

Wonderful experience for my kids! They learned a ton about farm animals and responsibilities.read more

Cute decor, clean and well organized school in a lovely location. The kids participate in lots of…read moreage appropriate activities, the class sizes are small, staff is caring, and attention is paid to safety and security. What else can you ask for in a preschool? How about an adjacent children's farm for special events and field trips? Best of all, the kids seem happy to be there.

This preschool is beyond 5 stars! I sent my first child there and it was never a question to send…read moremy younger child. The staff is so incredibly kind. All the teachers are genuinely invested in the growth and wellbeing of my kids. Both my kiddos LOVE/D going to preschool. I was actually really sad when my oldest had to move on to kindergarten and I'll be sad again when my youngest has to move on to kindergarten as well. I've actually never seen a better group of teachers that love my children as if they were their own. We were so blessed to find this preschool when we moved to the area. My only complaint is they are only preschool. I'd pay good tuition to send my kids there through elementary years too.

CANNOT BELIEVE THIS PLACE CLOSED DOWN. I had the BEST memories here. Yes, it was a small school but…read morethat is what made it great. I am still BEST friends with the girls I became friends with in first grade. This place needs to come back.

Never went to school here, but I attend church here while I was living with my grandmother in the…read moreearly 1950s. There are lots of great memories here, but I haven't gone to the school because because they did not have Special Education School for the mentally retarded. I DO NOT like Archbishop Cupich, because he is a weird asshole, of closing down every single catholic church in Chicago! He is one big ass DUMMY who think he is Dick Biondi, by his Get Rich Scheme, and wants to be the richest archbishop throughout in the whole entire Chicagoland area.

The Kindercare staff is so caring and work very well with the kids. When you have questions they…read moreare very responsive and they work to get you the info you need. My son loves going to daycare each day and most days he doesn't want to leave. I love hearing about the new things that he's learning about each day. The new app that lets me see what goes on in his day is awesone. I love the videos and pictures that get posted. Thank you to the great ladies that keep that place running smoothly. JH-2019

My daughters have attended since infants and the staff has always treated them like their own. The…read morecenter is clean and well organized. The teachers take pride in their classes, and genuinely care for their students. Any issues that have come up in the past 5 years have been handled professionally, with understanding and transparency. I would recommend this center to any & all.

Methodist preschool has been a wonderful start to our "school years" for our kids. My son started…read morein PDO when he was 2 1/2. This was the first place he stayed by himself and I felt comfortable bringing him here 1 morning a week to play and interact with other kids while I could run a few errands or go to a doctor's appointment with my other little one. The staff was so warm and friendly that by the time he started 3 year old preschool the other teachers and staff knew him. It was wonderful having him progress and feel comfortable b/c it was in the same building and same faces and routine. Methodist does a friendly drop off system where teachers will come help the kids out of the car. So on those rainy or bad weather days you don't want to get your other younger ones out of the car you can. Most days I walk the kids in to the classrooms. The staff is always nice and says "Hi" to all my kids. I've met a lot of other Mom's this way which is nice when you are new to the neighborhood and have young kids. The Director is extremely friendly and inviting. Once in the preschool the teachers are sweet to all the kids and class sizes are small. The 3 year olds and 4 year old classes both do field trips (with the parents) which is a nice to meet other parents and see the children interact. They also offer a "special guest day" to allow Dads, or grandparents to come see the preschool with the children. The enrichment programs are outstanding. My kids look forward to them, never complain school is too long, and learn amazing stuff. They mix with lots of different kids and teachers. My son has learned a lot of scientific terms and comes home with interesting projects. I'm impressed with the scientific understanding he has and how he can explain it to us. They offer a "lunch bunch" after preschool to link the enrichment programs which makes it a great way to prepare them for "All day kindergarten" in a comfortable environment. We have had a great experience with Methodist and look forward to many more happy years there as our other children grow up

Methodist Preschool is my childrens' home away from home. All four of my daughters have learned to…read morelove school and to love learning in the caring and supportive environment that has been created at Methodist. I cannot say enough wonderful things about the teaching staff, the support personnel and the director. They truly care about the children and it shows on all the smiles of the kids, teachers and parents at pick up and drop off times. Speaking of drop off, you don't even need to leave your car in the morning! They have teachers and support personnel that help your kid out of their car seat and into the front door of the school for you. This is a huge help, especially when you have other little ones in the car with you. My daughters have attended PDO (age 2+, no need to be potty trained!) and the 3's classes and 4's classes in the preschool, so we have been fortunate to experience both the PDO and preschool programs as well as enrichment classes (art and science being some of their favorites!) This school offers so much to kids and has flexible scheduling for families including an early morning bridge program and "lunch bunch." We felt very well prepared for full-day kindergarten after doing preschool-lunch bunch-enrichment days once or twice a week where kids are in school from 8:45-3pm. During winter and spring breaks, my daughters will ask daily "is it time to go to school?" and I have to disappoint them by telling them they have the week off. I think that says it all! This program has been wonderful for our family and I encourage all preschool age families to go and take a tour!

Excellent school, terrific teachers, great curriculum, fun field trips, wonderful families... we…read morefeel very grateful to have found MCC for both of our kids. Highly recommend for a well-balanced pre-school and kindergarten experience!

Our child just completed their third and final year at Montessori Children's Community, finishing…read morewith the Kindergarten program -- and what an incredible journey it has been. Today, I watched with immense pride as my 5-year-old stood in front of a room full of parents, children, and teachers to deliver a confident, three-minute presentation on "Castles" -- a topic they researched, wrote about, and presented entirely on their own. This moment perfectly captured the kind of growth MCC fosters -- not just academically, but socially and emotionally. Under the steady guidance of Ms. Rocio and the dedicated MCC team, our child has transformed from a shy, curious preschooler into a self-assured, articulate learner. MCC adheres closely to the Montessori method, and while the environment of independent exploration may take a little adjustment at first, the results are extraordinary. Over time, the children develop deep concentration, intrinsic motivation, and a love of learning. I've seen my child confidently use words like ruminate, tenacious, and paroxysm in writing and conversation. They've explored the life cycle of a moth, practiced addition and multiplication, and developed a genuine enthusiasm for knowledge. Beyond academics, MCC creates a nurturing and joyful community. From field trips and holiday celebrations to visits from local business leaders and sweet traditions like sending postcards to grandparents, the school experience is rich, well-rounded, and deeply personal. The bonds between the students are strong -- they support each other like siblings, and that emotional intelligence translates into real-world confidence. This also extends among the MCC families as well! (Shout out to the PTO and the MNO/DNO activities!) If you're seeking a school that invests deeply in your child's development -- academically, socially, and emotionally -- and a place where your family can plant lasting roots, look no further. Montessori Children's Community is a place where children truly flourish in ways you can't even imagine.

Great experience. Teachers and staff are great with the kids. They do so many fun art projects and…read moretheir summer activities are so much fun as they do splash days, trips to nearby library, etc. Both of my boys really loved it and learned so much while they were there. Highly recommend and the price is definitely competitive. Great value for such a wonderful experience.

I was a student here at Papoose Nursery School as a 4-5 year old in 1964-65. All good memories…read more Especially about the food....chili Mac was my favorite...but the liver and onions not so much. Still better than anything my mom cooked. The blocks and train sets....omg. The kids were nice too. I remember "strawberry girl". She didn't say much if anything, but she was nice and often wore a smock with a strawberry on the front. I'm so glad my mom took me here so she could have some "mommy time".' It opened my eyes to a new world and much better food. I'll never forget it.