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PRIVATESCHOOLS

 ARTS

Name Address Phone Email
Chicago Academy for the Arts
1010 W. Chicago Ave.
(312) 421-0202
         The Chicago Academy for the Arts offers students of demonstrated talent a unique program that fully integrates comprehensive academic and arts education. The Academy prepares its students to pursue their academic and arts interests at excellent colleges, universities, and conservatories, and in professional performing arts companies.     River West

Suzuki-Orff School for Young Musicians
1148 W. Chicago Ave.
(312) 738-2646
         For the discerning parent who wants high quality music instruction for their child, Suzuki-Orff offers early childhood programs (six months-four years), Orff classes to teach music skills (four years-adults), music theory, orchestra and chamber music classes. All programs develop both musical and overall learning abilities. Parent involvement is essential for children to reach their greatest potential.     River West

 INDEPENDENT

Name Address Phone Email
After School Center
2335 N. Orchard
(773) 327-6890
         K through 8th    

Burnham Park Prep School
421 S. Wabash
(312) 939-7323
         PreK through 8th    

Catherine Cook School
226 W. Schiller
(312) 266-3381
             Old Town

Chicago City Day School
541 W. Hawthorne Pl.
(773) 327-0900
         K through 8th    

Chicago Waldorf School
1300 W. Loyola Ave.
(773) 465-2662
         PreK through 12th    

Christopher House Head Start
2507 Greenview
(773) 472-1083
         infant through K    

Christopher House Head Start
4300 N. Hermitage
(773) 868-0191
         3 through 5 years    

Cornerstone Childcare Center
1111 N. Wells
(312) 573-8900
         Our purpose is to offer a safe, stimulating, clean and loving place for children to develop and grow. We strive to support parents as they work to raise their children and meet the demands of their jobs. We serve healthy, delicious meals and snacks. Our professional teachers create learning activities that are appropriate to the child's age and stage of development. We accept children from 2 to 6 years of age.     Gold Coast

Cosmopolitan Preparatory School
200 S. State 2nd Fl
(312) 214-4666
         9th through 12th    

Crawford First High School
996 W. Fullerton Ave.
(773) 528-5045
         9th through 12th    

Early Learning Foundations Preschools
1455 N. Clark
(312) 787-9021
         2 through 6 years    

Educational & Counseling Tutorial School
28 E. Jackson
(312) 427-2777
         9th through 12th    

Elf Learning Center
1455 N. Clark
(312) 787-9021
         2 through 6 years    

Feltre School
22 W. Erie
(312) 255-1133
         9th through 12th    

Francis W. Parker Schools
330 W. Webster Ave.
(773) 549-0172
         PreK through 12th    

Harvard School Early Childhood Center
1500 S. Indiana
(773) 624-0394
         The Early Childhood Center is a satellite program of the Harvard School, Chicago's oldest private school, with a tradition of 125 years of excellence in education. The philosophy of The Harvard School holds that the greatest enrichment of human life lies in intellectual growth to one's fullest capacity, in the development of one's creative gifts, in the appreciation of beauty and excellence, and in the furthering of interpersonal relationships. This philosophy also underlies the creative academic program of The Early Childhood Center for children who are 3,4, and 5 years old.     South Loop

Honey Tree Early Learning Center
1325 S. State
(312) 913-9060
         infant through 6 years    

Honey Tree Early Learning Center
201 N. Clark St.
(312) 553-9100
         infant through 6 years    

JCC's Kid City
524 W. Montrose
(773) 871-6780
         1 through 10 years    

Lake Shore Prep-The Apple School
300 W. Hill
(312) 266-2020
         Pre-K thru 2nd    

Lake Shore Schools
5611 N. Clark
(773) 561-6707
         Pre-K thru 8th    

Lincoln Park Pre-School
312 W. Belden
(773) 665-0110
         Pre-School    

Lincoln Park Pre-School
108 W. Germania Place
(312) 482-9009
         K through 1st    

Loop Lab School
300 N. Michigan
(312) 372-4468
         Ages 3 through 10 years    

Loyola University Chicago Pre-School
1052 W. Loyola
(773) 508-3444
         2 through 5 years    

Near North Montessori School
1434 W. Division
(773) 384-1434
         Pre-K through 8th    

Near the Pier Development Center
540 N. Lake Shore Dr.
(312) 527-2223
         2 through 8 years    

North Park Elementary School
5250 N. Cristiana
(773) 327-3144
         K through 2nd    

North Park Elementary School
6015 N. Francisco
(773) 327-3144
         3rd through 8th    

North Shore School
1217 W. Chase
(773) 274-5143
         PreK through 8th    

Park West Cooperative Nursery School
2335 N. Orchard
(773) 327-1115
         18 months through 5 years    

Rodgers Park Montessori
1244 W. Throndale
(773) 271-1700
         Pre-School    

Rodgers Park Montessori
1020 W. Bryn Mawr
(773) 271-1700
         K through 8th    

Roycemore School
640 Lincoln Ave.
(847) 866-6055
         PreK through 12th    

Sacred Heart School
6250 N. Sheridan Rd.
(773) 262-4446
         Founded in 1876, a Chicago landmark on Lake Michigan, Sacred Heart Schools enroll 400 day students. They are part of a Network of nearly 150 Sacred Heart School in 32 countries. Kindergarten is coeducational; in Grades 1-8, girls attend The Academy, and boys attend Hardey Prep. Computers and French begin in Grade 1. In addition to a rigorous academic curriculum, Sacred Heart Schools are dedicated to a values-based program concerned with the education of the whole child. An active faith, critical thinking, personal responsibility, a global vision, and concern for others embody a Sacred Heart education. Financial, ethnic, and religious diversity is promoted. Monthly Admissions Coffees. Sr. Susan Maxwell, RSCJ, is Director of Schools.    

Sinai Pre School
15 W. Delaware Place
(312) 867-7000
         Pre-School    

The Chalkboard Inc
450 W. Menomonee
(312) 266-2573
         Pre-School    

The Children's Learning Center
1609 N. LaSalle Blvd.
(312) 642-2947
         The Children's Learning Center of The Moody Church provides quality, reasonably priced child care for age three through Kindergarten. It is our desire to reflect the love of God by providing a safe, nurturing environment, rich in learning experiences based on spiritual values. Convenient on/off from Lake Shore Drive. Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.     Lincoln Park

The Latin School of Chicago
59 W. North Blvd.
(312) 573-4500
         Jr K through 12th    

The University of Chicago Lab Schools
1362 E. 59th St.
(773) 702-9451
         Nursery through 12th    

 RELIGIOUS

Name Address Phone Email
Alphonsus Academy and Center for the Arts
1439 W. Wellington
(773) 348-4629
         A Catholic co-educational grade school that combines a commitment to academic excellence with a fine arts program while continuing to be an anchor in the historic South Lake View neighborhood of Chicago’s North side. Their NAEYC-accredited Preschool program (3 and 4 year-olds) flows into a well-balanced K-8 course of studies. Included into the curriculum are gym, music, computer, science lab, student government, and student-run newspaper and yearbook. Also offered are band, choir, after-school Spanish program, and sports program. A nurturing Christian environment with a multicultural student body and small class sizes help make them the best choice for many families. Before-school and after-school programs are available. Visit them at www.stalphonsuschgo.org.     Lakeview

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Archbishop Quigley Preparatory Seminary
103 E. Chestnut
(312) 787-9343
         Quigley was founded in 1905 and serves as the high school seminary of the Catholic Archdiocese of Chicago. They offer a liberal arts, college preparatory program which nurtures, educates and forms Catholic young men in a secure, supportive environment as they begin the process of considering a possible vocation to the priesthood. The January 18, 1999 edition of US News & World Report described Quigley as “one of 96 outstanding American high schools”. 97% of their graduates attend four-year universities or colleges, and 15-20% continue preparations for priesthood at the Archdiocesan college seminary. The students outperform the national and state ACT exam averages. 34% of their students take Advanced Placement courses and many seniors take college-level classes at Loyola University. The student/teacher ratio is the lowest of all Catholic high schools in Chicagoland, providing each student with personal attention. For further information, please call them … or visit their website.     Gold Coast

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Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School
3751 N. Broadway
(773) 281-1858
admissions@bzaeds.org
         The Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School is committed to strong general and Jewish studies using student-centered teaching and an integrated, hands-on approach to cultivate confidence, curiosity and problem-solving. From nursery through eighth grade, students develop skills to build a solid academic foundation for lifelong learning. The Day School experience guides students and their families to value Jewish tradition, community and leadership opportunities. Graduates move on to high school with pride in their academic achievement and Jewish identity. For more information please contact the Admissions Office at (773) 572-1236 or email at admissions@bzaeds.org. Visit them at www.bzaeds.org.     Lakeview

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Fourth Presbyterian Church Children's Ctr
126 E. Chestnut
(312) 787-4570
         infant through 5 years    

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Mt. Carmel Academy
720 W. Belmont
(773) 525-8779
         PreK through 8th (Catholic)    

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St. Andrew's School
1720 W. Addison
(773) 248-2500
         PreK through 8th (Catholic)    

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St. Angela School
1332 N. Massasoit
(773) 626-2655
         Pre-School through 8th (Catholic)    

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St. Benedict High School
3900 N. Leavitt
(773) 539-0066
         Pre-K through 12th (Catholic)    

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St. Clement's School
2524 N. Orchard
(773) 348-8212
         PreK through 8th (Catholic)    

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St. Ignatius College Prep
1076 W. Roosevelt
(312) 421-5900
         “Young Men and Women for Others”. Founded in 1870. A diverse coed student body of 1300. Curriculum includes an integrated science program and advanced placement courses. Students participate in a wide-reaching community service program and 20 various sports programs. Financial aid available.     South Loop

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St. James Lutheran School
2101 N. Freemont
(773) 525-4990
         PreK through 8th (Lutheran)    

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St. Josaphat School
2245 N. Southport
(773) 549-0909
         Pre-School through 8th (Catholic)    

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St. Luke Academy
1500 W. Belmont
(773) 472-3837
         A program of quality education in the Lutheran tradition, St. Luke Academy offers classes for 3 and 4-year-old PreSchool, Kindergarten and Grades 1-8. A diverse student population has access to classroom and lab computers, a science lab, library/resources center, gymnasium and enclosed outdoor playlots. The core curriculum is complemented by foreign languages, music, art, physical education and creative writing. Extracurricular activities, clubs, performing arts and inter-scholastic sports programs are offered in the upper grades. Contact Principal Grunde for additional information or to schedule a school tour.     Lakeview

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St. Martin DePorres School
5072 W. Jackson
(773) 261-6061
         Pre-School through 8th (Catholic)    

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St. Pius V. School
1919 S. Ashland Ave.
(312) 226-1590
         Pre-School through 8th (Catholic)    

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Temple Sholom of Chicago
3480 N. Lake Shore Dr.
(773) 525-4707
         Pre-School through 12th (Jewish)    

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