British School of Chicago - Chicago, IL

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Contact Info

British School of Chicago
1643 W Bryn Mawr
Chicago, IL  60660
www.britishschoolchicago.org


Tel: (773) 506-2097
Fax: (773) 506-4805

Director: M Horton

Admissions Director: Anne Newman

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General Approach to Learning

Play-based
Play-based with some structure
Check Mark Predominantly teacher-led instruction
Montessori
Waldorf
Co-op
Reggio-Emilia
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Parent Ratings

Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. Four Stars
Quality of teaching Four And Half Stars
Development of social skills and work habits Four Stars
Home-school connection Four Stars
Discipline Four Stars
Facilities Three and Half Stars
Health Three and Half Stars
Safety Four Stars
Handling of separation Three and Half Stars
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Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  4

Savvy Source survey: Yes

School Philosophy and Mission

"The British School of Chicago provides high quality international education in a structured, positive and caring environment, which meets the individual needs of pupils. The school community draws st...
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Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School

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Application Information

Applications accepted When desired
Wait list No
Deadline for applications January 5
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Key Statistics

Age cutoff for enrollment 3 years
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Kindergarten Placement

Kindergartens that preschoolers from this school are now attending

The British School goes from, nursery through high school.

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Notes on Schedule and Extended Care

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From the school website:

"Extra-Curricular Activities - Teachers and volunteers organise a variety of clubs for the children after school 3.30 p.m. - 4.45 p.m. (No extra charge)."

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Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition

Ages: From 4 years to
5 years
Days: 5 day(s) a week
8:30 am- 3:30 pm
Tuition: $18,160/Year
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Additional Application Information

Application fee: $150

Acceptance criteria: First-come basis

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