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The North
Shore School has a student body that is drawn from a
diverse mix of ethnic backgrounds and is limited to 150 students.
The School offers an intensely individualized approach to learning,
meeting the needs of average to gifted students. The School provides
a basic, structured educational program with a student-to-teacher
ratio of approximately 1 to 8. The North Shore School is recognized
by the Illinois State Board of Education.
Located in the Rogers Park area of Chicago, the School has a mile
of Lake Michigan beach at its door along with parks and athletic
fields. Situated on the lake just off Sheridan Road, it is convenient
to many forms of transportation.
The North Shore School is an independent, nonprofit elementary school
dedicated to the growth and development of each child in the areas
of mental, physical, social, emotional, and moral development. Since
its founding in 1938, the School has held the belief that the foundation
to an excellent education is basic skills in reading, writing, mathematics,
natural sciences, and social development.
The North Shore School has an exceptional faculty. The class sizes
are small, providing personal instruction in an atmosphere of motivation
and stimulation. School uniforms are worn by all students from first
through eight grade. Basic educational programs are supplemented
by additional qualified teachers in French, science lab, computer
science, music, and physical education. All classrooms are equipped
with computers and high speed internet access. A Junior Great Books
program is also an integral part of the curriculum. The North Shore
student leaves intellectually and emotionally well-equipped to succeed
in higher educational institutions, including some of the most competitive
schools.
Application deadline:
Rolling admissions.
Before- and after-school programs:
7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Summer programs:
Day camp, ages 3 through 10.
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Address:
1217 Chase Ave.
Chicago, IL 60626
Contact:
Admissions
Office
Phone:
(773) 274-5143
Fax:
(773) 274-5144
Web:
www.northshoreschool.org
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