Jane Stenson School

9201 Lockwood Avenue

School District

Skokie 68
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:12
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on January 09, 2025

My daughter is in 1st grade here and we’ve had a great experience so far. The teachers, staff and principal are very engaged and they have an active PTA/events to bring families and the community together. We love both the cultural diversity and socioeconomic diversity here as well, which really enriches the overall learning experience for our child.
Submitted by other on November 11, 2021

Hello not a lot of diversity the African American and Browns students are categorized. The teaching staff but diversity. You have to be strong and knowledge of the education laws to challenge them.
Submitted by parent on February 03, 2018

Our experience at this school has been excellent. The principal and teachers are top-notch, and the community of parents and students is fantastic. So happy that we ended up at Stenson.
Submitted by parent on December 06, 2017

Great school, and staff. I have 2 kids at this school, both hate to read. The teacher go beyond expectation to help my kids succeed. I can approach the teaches and staff any time, and they are very responsive, and friendly. I do wish if they would give the kids more homework, as no books are coming home, so at least we have an idea what's going on in class all day, based on the homework. Over all, very satisfied with the school.
Submitted by other on October 05, 2016

I have a daughter who passed 5th grade and a son who is attending 3rd grade at Jane Stenson. Wonderful math and reading program.
Submitted by parent on September 04, 2016

The Director and the teachers of this school don't like to be questioned about their teaching methods, In fact, if you happened to questioned them they will hold against you and take in on your child specially if you belong to a diversify group. For example I ask what teachings methods they were using to help my grandchild just so we can follow up at home. The teacher was unable to answer and called the Director. The Director was openly stated " I don't know but I know is part of the School District program" and added "You ask to many questions". I think I had the right to know since they are receiving government funds for special needs i.e. ADHD. When I went to the School meetings the Director was present and again openly said: "I am here because you ask too many questions". My grandchild was taken out of the class to meet with a supposedly specialized "teacher" and what the method they were using was just a repetition of the same thing that was taught in class. This school is bias and revengeful. After these incidents, my grand daughter in recess was giving out her birthday invitations to her all class along with another her friends who also had invitations cards.. Immediately after, the Director went outside and took away her invitations stating to her : "You can't give your invitations during school" while she let the other student complete her task. When I ask the other moms they were not aware of this "rule" when I ask the teacher she acted surprised but went along with what I told her what the actions of the director, because it was the director. My grandchild came home crying asking why was her invitations taken away and why her friend was able to give her cards.? they could had let her give the invitations cards for this time and just call the mom to let her know about this so called "rule". Why did she acted in this way towards a child? Didn't she know how this type of discrimination affects a child, doesn't she know that this can have a negative repercussion on this child life? Does she even care? or is she too burnt out to know? therefore, I give this school a BAD REVIEW.
Submitted by parent on March 09, 2016

My child has gone to Jane Stenson for almost 3 years. I love it! The teachers, so far, have been great. I love the principal as well. I only have a few minor complaints but overall it's great. Curriculum that includes art, music and PE as well as small class sizes are the reason we left the city for a better school.
Submitted by parent on November 01, 2014

Very impressed with principal and teachers. Clearly care about student success and are very approachable.
Submitted by parent on March 03, 2014

Jane Stenson in Skokie IL, Is a good school I have three kids here and have not have a bad experience. Teachers, principal and office staff are all great. Never had a bad experience.
Submitted by parent on July 23, 2013

This is a great school. The teachers are very supportive of their students and although they are young they manage to connect, build trust and get the best out of their little learners. The principal is very responsive and teaches respect and creativity, leading by example and taking the time to connect personally with the families. Would definitely recommend this school. Could improve on extra curricular activities however.
Submitted by parent on May 28, 2013

Fine school - except for special needs. Glad it worked out for the commenter below, but my child was kicked out. Once he was better (performing normally), they wouldn't let him back in, citing that they didn't have the capacity for a special ed student. Once we got a lawyer, we had to go to transfer to another school in the district (after 6,000 in legal fees). Now he is in a gifted program in middle school. That was our experience with Jane Stenson, and their principal, who I feel was the core of the problem.
Submitted by parent on January 11, 2013

Worst school I have ever encountered in my life. Unresponsive to questions. The teachers are unfriendly, the office staff is rude and the principal is a bully. I would strongly suggest if you are thinking about sending your child here that you rethink your choice.
Submitted by parent on February 08, 2012

Excellent teachers, Wonderful principal, amazing resources. We feel lucky to be a part of a warm and caring community!