The Gardner School of Chicago - West Loop
228 Reviews
Recent Reviews:
September 19, 2026
Diana Vizcaino
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
September 2, 2026
Stacy Callahan
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
My son had an exceptional experience with Ms Erishon and Ms Sabrina. He learned so much and was deeply cared for. They were the best teachers I could have hoped for and we are unbelievably grateful for them. He is also loving Ms. Courtney and Ms. Shai’s class so far. The transition was seamless and I can tell he is in great hands for this upcoming year.
August 18, 2026
Fuat Geleri
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
The Gardner School has a very well planned curriculum and supporting enhancement lessons. My kid was able to learn counting, letters, sight words, skip counting, some Spanish, some violin playing, sports and participate fun activities with guests.
The family events enabled us to connect with my kids progress and share invaluable experiences.
Both the teachers and management team are experts of their area, always welcoming and listening. Handling different phases of childhood with positive enforcement. My kid has learned how to act on various scenarios, how to communicate his feelings and interactions.
Our experience with this school was quite positive. We felt like everyone tried their best to provide the best results. We would definitely register our kid again if we had another one.
August 10, 2026
L.G.
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
I still walk into TGS West Loop and know that we picked the right daycare for our daughter. The genuine care that the teachers and staff have for our kiddos is so noticed and appreciated. Ms. Denise and Mr. Sam have been the most amazing teachers, confidence boosters, and cheerleaders this past year -- they love what they do, they love the kids, and they are a true extension of our family.
This will come as no surprise - one suggestion I'd offer is to consider refreshing the lunch and snack menu, whether that's through new menu options or exploring a new organic food vendor. After years of the same two-week rotation, even my daughter, who is generally a good eater, has started skipping many of her lunches, particularly on days when the meal isn't a favorite. I'd also love to see more fresh fruits and vegetables in place of canned options whenever possible, and some sort of protein offered at every meal/snack. A little more variety and freshness could go a long way, and I hope you'll consider it.
August 5, 2026
D.V.
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
July 6, 2026
A.V.
Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, Illinois
June 22, 2026
Alexander Wilkins
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
The Toddler Room that our son was in was so exceptional!
Ms. Eboni was meticulously organized and Ms. Ivory and Ms. Adela were so enthusiastic and passionate and caring for our son. The levels of communication, the pictures we got and the activities that the kids did were all superb.
Outside of the classroom, we found the school to be so easy to deal with and very helpful with any enquiries we had.
We eventually left the school due to having a far cheaper option (due to a staff discount) and even that was a difficult decision despite saving hundreds of dollars a month!
June 15, 2026
J.D.
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
All of the staff are incredibly kind & thoughtful from folks at the front desk to all of the teachers. It feels not only reassuring and safe as a baseline, but the experience feels very personal. I have an immense amount of trust my daughter is well cared for, but also given an experience that is beneficial to her development. Thank you guys so much!
June 15, 2026
G.G.
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
What I love most about the school is the caring and dedicated teachers, especially Ms. Sabrina and Ms. E, who make such a positive impact every day. I also really appreciate all the thoughtful community activities the school organizes—from Mother's Day celebrations and the Ice Cream Social to the events at Soul City Church. Those special moments help create a welcoming environment and make families feel truly connected.
June 2, 2026
J.K.
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
June 2, 2026
L.C.
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
Loved our time at Gardner West Loop. Incredibly professional, caring, and dedicated to safety. It felt like a true community and I loved how it felt like everyone on the staff knew my daughter even if they hadn't directly taught her. The only thing we found challenging was the high teacher turnover in some of the younger classrooms, but overall we had a great experience and felt like our daughter grew so much and was well cared for.
May 4, 2026
L.G.
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
As always, we love TGS West Loop! Teachers have been amazing (we are currently feeling so lucky to have Ms. Denise and Mr. Sam -- they are true teachers who care about the growth (personally and academically) and well being of their kids). Floaters like Ms. Avery (who we also greatly appreciate for Spanish class), Ms. Paola, and Ms. Kendall are all wonderful. And the administration is rock solid - this is the best admin trio we've had in the 3 years we've been at TGS-WL. Many thanks to all!
One thing to consider - I brought this up last time. Perhaps we can try a new food vendor? I know my kiddo, at minimum, is bored. Same food roughly every 2 weeks for 2.5 years. Options could be to either flex the menu, or try a new vendor.
April 28, 2026
Diana Vizcaino
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
April 28, 2026
J.D.
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
April 2, 2026
C.C.
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
January 28, 2026
D.V.
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
January 20, 2026
L.G.
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
November 18, 2025
K.H.
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
The staff made us feel welcomed and confident that our baby was in caring, capable hands. The teachers are warm, patient, and truly attentive—always taking the time to greet our little one with smiles and gentle interaction.
What I appreciate most is the level of communication. We receive daily updates, photos, and notes about naps, feedings, diaper changes, and milestones. It gives me peace of mind to know exactly how my baby’s day is going.