I have 3 children attending SFB. My husband and I are extremely happy with the education they are receiving. Our children feel secure. The teachers have been great and are very approachable. SFB offers a variety of extracurricular programs (sports, band, choir, scouting, etc). I would like to
... Read more see more parent involvement. It seems as though its always the same dedicated parents and grandparents giving of their time (BIG thank you to them!). The majority of the families at SFB are wonderful. We have made some great friends through the school and parish. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/26/07
Overall I had a great experience with this School. Teachers are great, so far I havent seen or experience anything that I dont like.
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Posted by a parent on 07/26/07
I have 2 children attending SFB and have been there since Pre-K. So far, we have been blessed to have wonderful teachers. Both are in the music program and my son is involved in sports. My only complaint would be that the pastor(s) and principal do not attend school functions (outside of the school day).
... Read more I think it would be nice to show support for the music and athletic programs if they attended the recitals and some football, basketball, volleyball games. Other than that, we are very pleased with the overall quality of the school and especially the involvement of other SFB parents. Along with the everyday religious traditions, it's a great school that instills family values as well. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/02/07
GREAT SCHOOL everything is great music,art,sports and lots of other things.
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Posted by a student on 01/17/07
Teachers are good. Administration is poor at best. Paster does not get involved with the children. Principal makes decisions based on her own fears. Administration asks for support for parents for activities but does not show support and any sporting events. Example of this is the 06 Varsity football
... Read more team recently won their conference. Principal and Pastor, not only where not at any games but not even at the Conference Championship game. Rarely do you see them at any school based sporting events. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/22/06
I have been involved with St. Francis Borgia since the 1960's. The leadership and discipline has declined, more recently the last few years. If it was not for the good teachers, I would be transferring my child to a different school.
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Posted by a parent on 09/16/06
The academic programs are average, but the availability of music, art, and sports are above average for private schools of this size. Parents seem to have a high level of involvement here. The school community has had a reputation of being very strong and united, however in the past few years I feel
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Posted by a former student on 04/25/06
My son in enrolled in their Pre-K4 program and he loves it! The teacher and her aide work miracles with the children and he is registered to attend their Kindergarten program in the fall. I am alumni, graduated in 1974 and I am happy to see that the 'pride & spirit' is still alive at SFB!
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Posted by a parent on 01/29/06
I have 2 children at St. Francis Borgia school and have been very pleased with my children's education. The teachers my children have had so far (8 years overall) have been very dedicated to making sure the kids succeed at learning. The Principal and Assistance Principal are always accessible for questions
... Read more or quick comments from parents. Speaking of the parents, there are many, many families whom I could trust to pick up my kids if I were running late in picking them up after school. Although I don't use the Extended Day Program (EDP) for my kids, I understand the hours are great and cost very reasonable. They even have a drop off plan when it's icy (or extremely snowy) where you drive up to the back doors and 2 teachers are unloading the kids from your car; we love that door to door service. Overall, we're very pleased with SFB. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/18/06
I have one child at SFB in fourth grade. She has excelled at SFB since starting in pre-K. So far the academics have been above average and through parent friendships have heard that continues to be the case for all grades. In addition to the normal class schedule there is also music, computer, library
... Read more and a monthly art class to acquaint the children with famous artists works. There are numerous extracurricular activities as well. My child is involved in Scouts & Choir. SFB has excellent summer programs: sports camp, drama, arts and crafts, etc. There is also before and after school care along with a hot meal program. Parents are pretty involved and easy to get along with. Our years here have been very positive. Read less
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Chicago schools — St Francis Borgia School is located at 3535 N Panama Ave, Chicago IL 60634. 3535 N Panama Ave is in the Dunning neighborhood and 60634 ZIP code in Chicago, IL The school district for St Francis Borgia School is the Archdiocese Of Chicago Education Off. St Francis Borgia School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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