PAROCHIAL & PRIVATE SCHOOLS A guide to non-public schools in Park Ridge
Brickton Montessori School 8622 W. Catalpa Ave. 773-714-0646 www.brickton.org Brickton Montessori School is fully accredited by the American Montessori Society and ISACS. Celebrating more than 25 years of excellence, Brickton offers extended day, year-round programs for students ages 2 through 8th grade (Toddlers do not need to be toilet-trained – partial week option available for 2- and 3-year-olds). A hands-on, individualized learning experience is enhanced by low student-teacher ratios, excellent enrichment classes, and a variety of on-site extracurricular activities. Brickton students are eager learners and high academic achievers, as well as responsible members of the community. Brickton is conveniently located just south of I-90 in between Cumberland Avenue and East River Road. Visit us at www.brickton.org
Brickton Montessori School, it’s not just about the outcomes for your child; it’s about the child’s journey in achieving those outcomes.
Embers Elementary School
St. Paul of the Cross School
2000 W. Sibley St. 847-518-1185 www.emberselementary.org Embers is a private, independent school, rooted in the Catholic faith that serves grades PK3 through 5th. Its 3- and 4-year-old preschool programs are the perfect bridge from home to school. The academic pillars of the entire curriculum are: a phonics-based approach to reading, sequential mathematics for mastery and first steps in the Catholic faith. Class size is limited to 20 students per classroom to provide individual attention and character formation. Embers is a feeder school for the Willows Academy for girls, and Northridge Prep for boys.
140 S. Northwest Hwy. 847-825-6366 www.spc-school.net St. Paul of the Cross School is fully accredited by the State of Illinois and the Chicago Archdiocese. Its student body consists of more than 650 students from Pre-K through 8th grade. The integration of the Gospel message permeates all aspects of the curriculum. Emphasis on actively living this message is evident in the many outreach programs students are involved in throughout the year. The faculty is a dedicated group of individuals, with nearly half holding master’s degrees. Parent involvement is strongly encouraged through volunteering, participation in such organizations as Home & School and School Board. St. Paul of the Cross has been recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence.
Mary, Seat of Wisdom School 1352 S. Cumberland Ave. 847-825-2500 www.mswschool.org Mary, Seat of Wisdom School provides Catholic education to more than 460 pre-school through grade8 students, and has served the Park Ridge and surrounding communities for more than 50 years. At MSW, learning is a lifelong adventure that is stimulating and rewarding. Mary, Seat of Wisdom nurtures academic excellence by offering a challenging curriculum that meets or exceeds grade level standards. Art, music, technology, library, and physical education classes enrich the core curriculum, along with a variety of student activities designed to benefit in educating the whole child. MSW faculty and staff are dedicated to Catholic education and providing a safe environment for all students to flourish. Mary, Seat of Wisdom has been recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence.
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St. Andrews Lutheran Church and School 260 N. Northwest Hwy. 847-823-9308 www.standrewspr.org Shanon Pusateri, Parent Relations & School Operations Assistant (ext. 200) The St. Andrews commitment to Christian education is evidenced in its Christian Day School. The school provides fully accredited classes from pre-school (ages 3 and 4) through grade 8. Our purpose is to nurture faith in Jesus Christ, and to provide quality education that will enable our students to lead meaningful and productive adult lives. St. Andrews graduates have consistently excelled in both academic and extra-curricular high school work.