Carlisle School

11/21/06

A World Class School In Every Way by James F. H. at InsiderPages

Contributor at Insider Pages

I have had two children at the Carlisle School in the past 9 years, and I cannot thank Mrs. Carlisle and Dr. C. enough for all that they have done for both my boys. At every step of the way they guided the boys through their wonderful program of growth and discovery. Mrs. Carlisle's approach to reading is a marvel to behold, as youngsters not only get their reading skills, but LOVE to read because of the her teaching. If children all started out at the Carlisle School, there would be no need for the assessment tests or teaching to those tests that you hear so much about today. They become natural readers who love to learn.The Carlisles also give children great experiences in the arts as they go from stage to stage in the school. Dr. Carlisle works with every child at the easel or outside doing projects from nature, and what a delight it is to see their work progress from year to year! I have many of the boys' pictures framed at home and in my office, and they remind me daily of Mrs. Carlisle and Dr. C's obvious devotion to my children. These two outstanding teachers now have former students who have graduated from some of the best universities in the country, and they still come to Dallas to visit the school. I met the parents of a young girl from years ago who couldn't afford a private school, and the Carlisles took her in, bought her uniforms, provided lunches, taught her without pay, and she is now pursuing a career in Law. I am told that she is one of many such children they have embraced over the years. One afternoon when I was picking up my youngest boy, Mrs. Carlisle got a call from a former student who was calling between classes at Purdue just to be in touch. That's the kind of thing that you just don't see in most schools. Dr. and Mrs. Carlisle are the greatest!

11/10/07

Truly outstanding

by geniemeyer at Citysearch

The Carlisle School is truly amazing. Imagine sending your child to a cozy cottage with a large backyard full of playground equipment and toys. Imagine a schoolroom hung with pictures of the great masters of art, literature, and music. Imagine an easle for painting and creating. Imagine your kindergartner learning Robert Frost poems from memory and enjoying it. Imagine your child feeling loved, nurtured, respected and honored as an individual. Imagine your child learning more than you thought possible. Imagine the convenience of being able to drop off your child as early at 7:00 AM or pick up as late at 6 PM on the days when you need to, and not paying any extra fee. Imagine the best possible early childhood experience for your child, and you will perhaps get a glimpse of the Carlisle School.

• Pros: too many to name
• Cons: NONE

01/14/07

Top Notch School

by jimhillproduce at Citysearch

This small school doesn't advertise; you must learn of it from friends.My son and daughter attended, and I couldn't have been more pleased. It is a classic in every sense. The children leave more poised and refined from their experience with the Carlisles. In many ways, it's like stepping back in the good part of the 40's.

01/09/07

Probably the best kindergarten in Dallas

by sahpmc at Citysearch

My three grandchildren attended this school, and all have had very successful educations. They were always more academically confident than their peers.

Dr. Richard Carlisle is a scholar, and Mrs. Carlisle is a gifted Montessorian -styled teacher.

This school reminds me of the great prep schools of the forties.

• Pros: superior on small scale
• Cons: wish it were larger and included 1-12