Our children love school! I have 2 older children who attended other school and I never ever heard them say that. The two children currently in Akiba are learning more then I could ever imagine. I am thrilled with the curriculum and the teachers. The school is run by caring teachers and its very obvious
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Posted by a parent on 06/01/09
My three children have all attended Akiba-Schechter since they were one-year-olds and we went to the fun parent/tot program together. My oldest is now in 7th grade. Akiba-Schechter manages to create a environment where kids are happy to go to school and are instilled with a love of learning. Bible study
... Read more is actually fun. Akiba manages to run a dual curriculum that sends kids to compete at the regional science fair as well as make them well-versed in Jewish studies. Teachers and staff are always accessible and work hard on innovative programming and addressing any concerns parents might have. My children are treated as individuals and supported in such a way that builds on their strengths and helps them manage and improve their weaknesses. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/20/09
Our family loves Akiba-Schechter. Our kids have been a part of Akiba from preschool through elementary and are about to enter middle school. The preschool is warm, creative and a lot of fun. There is almost no turnover in the preschool faculty, who (quickly) become extended family to your children and
... Read more you. The elementary/middle faculty are likewise excellent. We chose Akiba because we wanted a secular education that would prepare our kids for any high school, immerse them in a second language from 1st grade (Hebrew), and provide a thorough education in Judaic studies. No easy task, but Akiba excels on all fronts. Kids learn in small, multi-aged groups, and learning is infused with Jewish values. And our modern lunar-themed playground gives students the well-deserved chance to let loose. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/06/09
Akiba-Schechter is quite simply a phenomenal institution. Our 4 children have experienced both the preschool as well as the elementary school. They couldn't be happier at school and we couldn't be happier with their progress. Whether its Science, Math, English, the Arts or Hebrew language, we are
... Read more amazed by the scope of our children's education. Most importantly, they are taught in a wonderfully supportive and creative manner. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/16/09
Akiba-Schechter has an excellent preschool and elementary program. The top-notch faculty is committed, caring, and nurturing. Our kids felt at home at Akiba right on the first day. The results of the development focused curriculum are evident year after year.
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Posted by a parent on 12/10/08
I give the preschool, kindergarten and grades 1-8 my highest rating. My wife and I have put 7 kids through school and we've found the emphasis on a nurturing environment, academic excellence focusing on the individual needs or each student, to be factors which set the school heads-and-shoulders above
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Posted by a parent on 12/09/08
Akiba-Schechter is one of the best schools I have ever encountered. Akiba has all the benefits of a small school (i.e. low teacher-student ratios), without sacrificing the benefits of some larger schools (breadth of offerings, sophistication of curriculum, state of the art facilities). Even more significantly,
... Read more however, the school educates the 'whole child', challenging children to do and be their best both academically and as committed, thoughtful members of society. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/09/08
Here is the best praise I can offer - my daughter loves Akiba and looks forward to going to school every day! The quality of the secular and Judaic studies are top-notch. The dedicated and caring faculty help all students not only suceed, but thrive! Akiba compares favorably not only against other
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Posted by a parent on 10/19/08
The quality of the academic programs at Akiba is spectacular. The same can be said of their Judaic and Hebrew curriculum. Their Hebrew education, from first grade up, is amazing. Now with a brand new school building and the addition of after school Circusteem, sports, and chess programs, the school
... Read more has come a long way from the old, cramped, dreary school-in-a-house. Moreover, when you talk to the older kids, you find yourself thinking 'Hey. I'd like my kid to be like this someday.' Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/09/05
Overall a decent education but is severely lacking in resources for students that may be out of the mainstream. Pedagogically, the education may be superior but the attitude towards parents and it's leadership needs improvement.
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Chicago schools — Akiba Schechter Day School is located at 5235 S Cornell Ave, Chicago IL 60615. 5235 S Cornell Ave is in the Hyde Park neighborhood and 60615 ZIP code in Chicago, IL Akiba Schechter Day School is a Private school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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