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| Number of students |
664 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
45 |
| Most common nationality |
American |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
90% local, 10% expat |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
We have a learning resources department which will support EAL students. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Spanish, French, Chinese |
| Max. number of students per class |
Ranges by age |
| Average number of students per class |
18 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Interactive white boards in all classrooms, laptops, ipads, various robotics equipment. We also have a innovation lab where students Year 1-6 visit for tech lessons as part of the STEAM curriculum. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Only if necessary. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
| External examinations or assessments available |
CAT, IGCSE and IBDP, IBCP |
| Results in these examinations |
Above Global Averages |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Varies by age |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes but depends on the individual needs. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
We are a highly individualized program which can accommodate accelerated learning. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes, if needed. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Students do a shadow day on campus or playgroup if applying to early years program. International or out of town students may complete the process without an in person visit. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
We do an individual assessment of students in Year 2-6 when visiting for a shadow day. |
| Waiting list |
Yes, in some year groups. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
We offer rolling admissions if space is available, otherwise the application is typically due by mid-January. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes. |
| School start time |
Arrival between 8-8:30 with first lessons beginning at 8:30am. |
| School finish time |
3:30pm with after school care until 6:30pm |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Students in our Pre-Nursery have morning care from 7am - 8am and after care until 6pm. Students in Nursery to Year 6 can join before- and after-school care every day of the week. Before-school care starts at 7:00 a.m., and after school care ends at 6:30 p.m. |
| School bus service available |
Only between the Lincoln Park and South Loop campus. |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Basketball, rugby, soccer, sailing, fencing, skiing, table tennis, Taekwondo, tumbling, yoga, crossfit, multisport, cross country, ballet, tap, basketball, soccer, cheerleading, dance, choir, orchestra,, girl scouts, musical production, set design, math Olympiads. |
| Sports activities included |
Basketball, swimming, tennis, soccer, badminton, gymnastics, floor hockey, net ball, rock climbing, taekwondo, dance and more |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Facilities at the school |
Dance studio, music rooms, black box theater, innovation lab, 2 science labs, art room, 2 spanish classrooms, 2 french classrooms, library |
| Sports facilities at the school |
- 5,000-square-foot gymnasium
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| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park is an international primary school ages 15 months -11 years old. BISC-LP is part of Nord Anglia Education group. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
BISC-LP offers an international and individualized curriculum which enables our students to develop their character, global awareness and skills for the future in a diverse and dynamic learning environment. By focusing on the individual learning styles, BISC-LP provides individualized learning in small classroom settings, differentiated instruction, and inspiring international experiences. |