St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic School 265 King Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014

"Be careful with this school. My son attends extended time which is another word for after school care and for months I've been asking why I'm not receiving a bill but was told by the staff at e.t. that they weren't sure how it's billed out and it might be quarterly so just to watch for it because the finance department had my information. My ex-wife receiving the bill instead of me and took it upon herself to bad mouth me to the school making up a story that I was intentionally not paying it which they should have known better than to listen to at all. When I got home that day I had finally received a bill but the school emailed me that they won't let my son stay there unless it's paid in full and now it has reached hundreds of dollars not to mention their billing me more than was figured out at the beginning per month... not impressed by the school and the way they handle things!! I was very surprised and disappointed with their attitude and that simply because my ex-wife pretends to be Catholic they side with her on basically every issue and I can definitely feel that they don't communicate or behave with me the same way as they do her and other parents because I consider myself if anything Christian not Catholic and that shows in their behavior towards me."

"We love STS and have had a great experience sending our kids there for school over the last several years. They have excellent teachers and academics, and it is a wonderful community."

"If you are looking for a place that not only gives your little one all of the learning tools they need but also does it in a safe and loving environment, you need look no further! You couldn't ask for a better staff, facility, or learning experience. This is the school you want."

"Have sent three kids through there, with one still there. All have excelled academically and spiritually. There's no better choice for your children's future. Check it out you will be glad you did."

"When I was looking for a school for my daughter I read so many reviews like you might be doing right now. I looked at and visited a few schools. I could have put my child in a very nice public school. However, I wanted a slightly smaller school with teachers who are able to provide more attention to my daughter's needs. I knew I would like St. Thomas but I am blown away by their attentiveness and my daughter is doing so well academically and is being taught very core Catholic principles such as extending mercy, kindness, prayer, and the like. I also have had a life changing situation in my family and raising my two children essentially alone. That was a surprise and the staff and school counselor have helped me through this emotional time. God bless them and I pray the school continues to grow and do well."