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| Number of students |
700 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
41 |
| Most common nationality |
British |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
6-1 |
| Max. number of students per class |
22 |
| Average number of students per class |
15 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
French, Spanish, German, Mandarin |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
- interactive technology in all classrooms
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| 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) |
Yes |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Students are given a minimum of 3 days |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Waiting list |
Yes |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Shadow Day
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| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
Rolling Admissions |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma, IGCSE |
| Results in these examinations |
Average IB was 34.3 |
| School bus service available |
Yes, from Lincoln Park only |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
| School start time |
8:25 |
| School finish time |
3:40 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Before-school care is available each school day from 7 a.m. After-school care is from 3:40 - 6:30 p.m. every day (unless noted otherwise), and children have the opportunity to participate in different learning activities. |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Sports
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| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Sports facilities at the school |
9,000-square-foot gymnasium
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| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
With convenient access to family-friendly neighborhoods and renowned cultural landmarks, British International School Chicago South Loop school is the only private school in Chicago offering personalized education to students ages 3 to 18 under one roof. Our Highest Quality Learning approach combined with the finest teachers in the world raise the ambitions of every child through personalized instruction and international curriculum. At our school, students become inspired within a culture of international diversity and respect. The school day is an engaging combination of exciting and fun, and serious and focused, enabling students to Be Ambitious in and out of the classroom. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
At British International School of Chicago, South Loop, we are committed to the academic achievement and personal development of every child. Our comprehensive, international curriculum ensures your child thrives in an atmosphere of mutual respect and appreciation of diverse opinions and cultures. Our personalized approach to learning engages and challenges students, empowering them to reach their highest potential. |