We've had a wonderful experience with All Day Montessori since 2021. The teachers are warm,…read moreattentive, and truly understand how to guide young children in a way that builds confidence and independence. Our children have blossomed--gaining early math and reading skills, but more importantly, developing a real love for learning. The Montessori approach here is authentic and well-implemented, with beautiful materials and a calm, respectful environment. We especially appreciate the focus on social-emotional growth and the strong sense of community. It's a place where our child feels safe and supported. Highly recommend for any family looking for a thoughtful, nurturing start to their child's education.

Some of the teachers care the administration does not. The head of school is horrendous. Rude. Not…read morecompassionate. She's yelled at my child in front of me. She leans on policy and punitive measures rather than developing intelligent, active, curious children. She hands out $20 late-fee notices down pick up line if you're a minute late. She hands out incident reports for every single interaction your toddler has that is negative. Pinching a teacher. Pouting and not listening. Blowing raspberries. Our kid was two. We don't need paperwork because she blew raspberries. Needless to say, we didn't make it through the school year. They're uneducated in childhood development and would rather place blame around, particularly on the children, than work with families to develop healthy kids. Do not go here!

Absolutely one of the best places to bring your family. The staff and owner truly care about you…read moreand your children!

I loved this place! My mother enrolled me in Small Stride back in the 80s. I am now 38 and I still…read moreremember my time there. Great memories! Ms Harrison was my teacher and Mrs Beck was very nice. Ms Harrison treated me like her own and I always felt safe and taken care of. If I lived in Chicago my children would definitely be there at Small Stride. Belinda Marsaw Lowery

We've had such a great experience with the Joyful Learning Center! From day one, the staff has been…read moreso welcoming, patient, and genuinely caring with our toddler. The environment is clean, safe, and full of fun, educational activities that keep our little one engaged and excited to go every day. We've seen so much growth in his language and social skills--it's truly been a joy watching him thrive. Highly recommend to any parent looking for a nurturing and positive daycare!

From the owner: Joyful Learning Center is equivalent to having your child go to Montessori without the higher costs…read moreof educating them. We offer the comfort of parents knowing that their child is receiving a quality education in a setting where they are treated like family. At Joyful Learning Center we nurture the whole child by allowing exploration of the world around them while building on a global future, while also keeping them grounded.

Noah's Ark Preschool provided a great education for my child. My child looked forward to attend…read morepreschool each day and was excited to show me the adorable crafts she made daily. The teachers implemented fun ways of learning through hands on activities. It was nice having parent conferences to discuss my child's development and progress. I highly recommend Noah's Ark Preschool.

I am a current student at MPA. MPA gives away a fifty percent scholarship in addition to a 2nd…read moreplace of a 25 percent scholarship, and then a third place scholarship in five different areas. Add that on to substantial financial aid, and MPA really does give a lot of money to students, the vast majority, in fact, that don't go to Morgan Park Academy. I am the recipient of one of the scholarships, and went to public school my entire life previously. I come from a working class home, I have a job. On behalf of all the other parents, my mother apologizes for picking her child up from school. A long standing MPA tradition is called Service Day. The entire upper school picks a project, usually in Beverly, but there have been projects at the various Museums, and public schools a bit further away and spends a day working there. Past trips include Washington and Jane Smith Village, Clissold, local churches, Park Forest, a home for mentally disabled people, and the annual senior trip to clean up the Dan Ryan Woods. Funny, a favorite memory of MPA students and alums is being chased by our groundskeeper, Richie on his snowblower. He can be seen working at six AM the day directly after a snow. Morgan Park Academy is really not the neighborhood monster, in fact I've never heard Anyone speak of it like that, unless you're a senior suffering from acute senioritis that is. =D. Having been around for 125, I don't think it's going anywhere, so why don't you come in for a visit and check it out?

MPA is a awesome school no matter what anyone says I'm a Student there the teachers are so nice and…read morethe staff is also nice it has a very nice look and there is no Bully's there everyone is super nice. I really recommend Morgan Park Academy

Our family loved Peter Pan preschool! Both of our daughters went through the program - both 3 year…read moreold and 4 year old preschool. Mrs. V and her staff took excellent care of them and they were both well prepared for Kindergarten. Not only that, because of Peter Pan, we have made lifelong friendships. I highly recommend this preschool to anyone looking for a fun, loving environment to send their child for a great learning experience.

Peter Pan preschool is an amazing preschool, best in the area honestly. Both of my children went…read morethrough their program and I have to say they were more than prepared for kindergarten. They have a play based approach, but don't let that deter you, the things my children have learned is astonishing. Mrs. V and all the other teachers are awesome. They care so much about the kids. My daughter cried when leaving the first day because she was going to miss her teacher, that should give you an idea of how the kids are treated and how much the kids love it as well. Peter Pan also follows the district, they start a bit later and end a bit earlier than the district so you have time to drop off and pick up your other kiddos. If I could I would give them 1,000 stars. I did read some of the negative reviews and I disagree with them; this is an absolutely spectacular place to send your children. My kids love school and Peter Pan helped build that foundation for them. For that I will forever be grateful. I will always recommend this school to whoever asks or is looking. I would like to add to Dominic Leodoro. He stated in his initial review that Mrs. V was a nice woman, yet he keeps his review. Mrs. V can't go back and own the business, so she did the best she could being an employee. She has taken this business over and made it into a wonderful place and program. Replacing what the problems were there. Now while this does not change your experience with the previous owner I think there should be an acknowledgement of the positive changes that have been made since Mrs. V acquired the business. You stating that the program is laughable and that they are babysitters is not a reflection on what it has been changed into.

Hello I just wanted to thank Nico's Playhouse for all that they do for the children. The staff is…read morecaring and attentive to both families and children

My son went to this school i would definitely recommend. Some teachers are still there and my son…read morewill be turning 20 this year very professional a d the staff was GREAT