Montessori Habitat School

I think this is an amazing school, as someone who has gone there pre-k through 8th grade. My classmates were the highlight of my experience. The sports are open for everyone, and usually everyone plays. This school is great for anyone starting any grade. The music program at Holy Cross is something to take note of with the beginning band, middle school band, choirs, musicals, and music classes.

Judah Christian School is an amazing place for your student. For transparency, I'm leaving a review as an alumnus, and a current parent. Judah is all about a Christ-centered education that allows students to excel with academic excellence. They are prepared for whatever step is next for them and have a huge amount of opportunities you can't get elsewhere. Bible class, weekly chapel, high school retreat, senior trip, robotics electives, art, drama, band, personal finance, the list goes on and on. As a graduate I was prepared so much that I tested out of several classes when I went to university. My peers did as well. Judah was an amazing experience for me. I received a great education, and discipleship in who Jesus was calling me to be in my life. I grew in my faith and my faith foundation at JCS. It absolutely had a big impact on my life, and my spiritual life. I also now have the privilege to send my own child to Judah. My student comes home singing songs about the Lord, has the ability to quote bible verses, and is VERY prepared for the upcoming grade level. Judah has a program for the young students called "1,000 books before Kindergarten". The goal is that through school and parent partnership your student reads/is read 1,000 books before Kindergarten. There's preparation like this throughout the school. I don't have enough words to express the impact JCS has had on my life and my student's life so far...wow. And let's not forget...absolutely incredible teachers. Teachers that care about each student, their eternity, and their future. Teachers that want to partner with you as a parent, pray with you at parent teacher conferences, (and for your student) and support you however possible. Not only have I experienced the long-time culture of teachers as a student, I am experiencing it now from the parent side as well. This school is a blessing to Champaign-Urbana and has been for 40 years. If you're considering a place where your child will be discipled, prepared for life, and cared for intentionally...Judah is that place. Judah Christian School is a place where your student is supported, challenged, and will be pushed to reach their full potential. God has truly blessed this place over the years and He is very present in His school. If you are considering schools in Champaign-Urbana, be sure to schedule a tour at JCS and talk to admissions - it's a phenomenal place for your student to learn and grow. A+++