The kids at Santa Maria have a very good social environment. My kid's classmates are all close friends, but not cliqueish. All these kids come come from good households so I am comfortable with whoever they are getting together with from school. The teachers are very caring and competent. My kids
... Read more were reading and adding by the end of kindergarten. They were reeady for algebra in jr. high. They read at very advanced levels and are intrigued by science and social studies. In addition to learning Catholicism, my kids understand the basics of Judiasm, Buddism, Hindu, Islam and non-Catholic Christianity, so they are ready for what they'll encounter in HS and beyond. My only problems are that the building is a little old and the larger parish community could show a more support for school activities. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/10/08
What an amazing diamond in the rough this school is! My child has had incredible teachers who care about him both spiritually and academically. All of the kids at this school are great examples of value based education, and generally go on to do very very well at Carmel HS. The families are all extremely
... Read more involved in every aspect of this school and I couldn't be happier with the environment and support that we've seen here. This is more than just another school, this is a wonderful caring community and a beautiful environment for learning. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/09/08
Santa Maria is the best! My wife and I are both graduates and knew in our hearts from the very beginning that there was only one school which would become the home of each of our four children for 9 years- Santa Maria. This relationship will end in 2010 with the graduation of our youngest child. We
... Read more are proud to say that this will culminate 21 consecutive years of Santa Maria education for our four children! Santa Maria may not be the biggest, fanciest, and glamorous school around but who needs that status when you are provided something much more important- a school 'family'. A 'family' which truly cares about each and every student and their child's personal, social, and academic growth. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/09/08
I have been a part of Santa Maria my whole life. My husband and I graduated from Santa Maria and moved on to Carmel....Presently we are sending our children and are very happy! Santa Maria is an extended family like no other I have experienced. That is something the public schools definitly lack.
... Read more Educationally, my daughter is ahead in math, reading and writing at her grade leval. I know this because I sub in the public schools time to time and see first hand what Santa Maria deinitly has and what the public schools do not have. The small class size is a definite plus. I know my child is getting the attention she needs to exceed. Yes, you have to give of your time and donate and support; but isn't your child worth it! A parents example is what forms a child. Santa Maria is the Best! Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/09/08
We couldn't be happier with the school. Our son has grown so much academically and socially. His individuality is both accepted and respected- doesn't happen at a lot of schools!
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Posted by a parent on 08/04/08
Despite all these parents complaining about the school, Santa Maria does a wonderful job preparing students for high school. I attended Santa Maria, and am currently a new teacher. They may not have advanced programs, but what parents have to understand is that the curriculum in general is advanced.
... Read more Growing up, I was surrounded by public school kids, and the education, attention, and opportunities I received went well beyond theirs. When I finally reached college, I saw the extreme difference between my knowledge and education compared to public school kids. Looking back, things like AC were not important, but the education I received was great. Read less
Posted by a former student on 05/09/07
I just wish this wonderful school is what it used to be. I am disappointed with the lack of direction it has gone in as well as the declining enrollment. I hope it will be able to sustain itself in the long run, but much is needed to repair what has been lost over the past decade or so...
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Posted by a parent on 05/06/07
We could not be happier to have our children at Santa Maria. The individual attention they are receiving can't be compared to public schools. My child isn't just a number. The values and education they receive is invaluable. It's a great family feel and participation. Send your kids there today!!
... Read more It's the one of the BEST decisions we have made as parents! Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/28/07
My children no longer attend Santa Maria Del Popolo. Now my children are in a clean, up to date environment, in touch with current technology in the public schools. The technology available at Santa Maria isn't close to what is offered at the public schools in the area. When we have questions at the
... Read more public school the principal/office staff responds promptly. The teachers at the public schools have tons of resources and time to help all the students. We view sending our children to Santa Maria Del Popolo one of our largest mistakes as parents. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/18/07
We've lived in this parish for over 15 years, and currently have a 1st and 3rd grader enrolled. We're quite happy not only with the teachers, curriculum, and class size, but also with the wonderful values that this school has helped instill in our children. The school has a wonderful community network
... Read more of involved families, making the experience that much better. Read less
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Mundelein schools — Santa Maria Del Popolo School is located at 126 N Lake St, Mundelein IL 60060. 126 N Lake St is in the 60060 ZIP code in Mundelein, IL The school district for Santa Maria Del Popolo School is the Archdiocese Of Chicago Education Off. Santa Maria Del Popolo School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels K - 8.
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