We have had a very positive expereince at St. Giles and I would not send my children anywhere else in Oak Park. Its strengths are definitely evident from 1st grade on although the addition of the new kindergarten teacher has strengthened that grade as well. We love the athletic program options and
... Read more all the summer activities offered. My children have learned true kindness and all have a giving spirit. St giles is a real gem! Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/08/09
The school is really does a exceptional job. They not only prepare the children academically but spritually as well. The school does a good job teaching the students to care for others. There athletic program is wonderful encouraging all students to try regardless of their ability. The teachers
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Posted by a parent on 03/06/09
We feel so lucky to be part of the Giles environment. The teachers are outstanding and the curriculum is challenging but manageable. The athletic program is strong and competitive yet inclusive. Our kids are not only prepared academically when they leave St. Giles School, but they are prepared spiritually
... Read more as well. Things like kindness and community service are stressed and is part of the Giles culture. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/05/09
Our family has been at St.Giles for 9 years, and we have 4 more to go. I am consistently amzed and impressed withthe quality of the teachers and their dedication to my children and all the students. The academic rigor and social responsibility at St. Giles should be a model for all schools. I know
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Posted by a parent on 03/05/09
I have been a member of St. Giles Parish and my children have attended St. Giles School for 11 years so far. I love the school environment and the education they are providing is superb! By eighth grade, the kids are well-prepared to excel in high school.
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Posted by a parent on 03/05/09
We have been a St. Giles family since pre-school and have found by being involved in our children's education and active in the school, we helped create a positive learning environment. Your child won't like every teacher but the programs offered and the opportunities to be involved helped us give our
... Read more children a first rate education and I believe helped get them in the best high school where they continue to excell in honors programs. If your child has been there for years and not liked it, you are missing something. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/04/09
I have had 2 children in St. Giles for the last 8 years, since pre-school. I would say it IS the best school in the area, academically and otherwise. We have a wonderful athletic program, in which all students (athletic or not) are included and the gym teacher is FABULOUS. We have education in Spanish,
... Read more computers (Apples), music, art, and library. It is a nurturing environment. The principal is very open to meeting and discussing all issues with parents. The teachers are very available to parents for issues of concern. The quality of the education is outstanding, with most students being accepted into the high school of their choice after 8th grade (top quality high schools). The most wonderful part about the school is the community aspect, it feels like family, especially if parents choose to be involved in the school, and there are many opportunities. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/04/09
We are the parents of two children at St. Giles - both have attended since pre-school and the oldest will graduate from 8th grade this year. We have found the entire experience (11 years worth!) to be beyond our wildest expectations. We are completely satisfied with the academic, athletic and spiritual
... Read more education our children have received. In addition to the educational value of this school, we would also give it high marks for teacher dedication (yes, the junior high teachers are especially fabulous), parent involvement, extra-curricular activities (kudos to the Athletic Director & his staff for making fair play a high priority) and for not only teaching the golden rule, but expecting the entire school community to live by it. We believe that sending our kids to St. Giles was one of the best parenting decisions we could have made for them. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/04/09
I couldn't disagree more strongly with the negative comments. My children have been at St. Giles since preschool and have loved most teachers. I think the school strongly prepares you for high school and from my understanding many of our graduating students are accepted to the high school of their
... Read more choice and place in honors courses. Great extracurriculars like athletics, band, art club and summer programs are also available. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/03/09
I've had children at St. Giles for the past 12 years. It has been a great experience for the whole family. The graduates get into the best area high schools and are very well-prepared when they leave. The junior high is particularly fabulous.
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Oak Park schools — St Giles School is located at 1030 N Linden Ave, Oak Park IL 60302. 1030 N Linden Ave is in the 60302 ZIP code in Oak Park, IL The school district for St Giles School is the Archdiocese Of Chicago Education Off. St Giles School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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