Carlisle School

11/20/07

The Carlisle School is a Dallas treasure. by Stacee H. at InsiderPages

Contributor at Insider Pages

Here young minds are nurtured and the gifts of learning, discovery and exploration are taught and shared by caring individuals.

The minute you step through the doors, you can feel the respect afforded the joys of childhood and see the value placed on building a strong educational foundation.

Kindness and respect for others are taught and valued. A few of my favorites are that everyone (teachers and students) say goodbye when a child leaves for the day; and on a birthday, gather in a circle around the birthday boy or girl and share birthday wishes.

From quiet games of cards, to the achievable challenges of the balance board; a graduated progress plan of learning is overseen by Mrs. Carlisle, a gifted educator.

Staff turnover is practically non-existent and the continuity of care and progressive learning are an outstanding spring board to the next grade. My son has many fond memories of his days at the Carlisle School and continues to go back to visit.

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