About the School
- The Cardinal Bernardin Early Childhood Center is a regional archdiocesan school and a ministry of the Archdiocese of Chicago, Office of Catholic Schools.We offer a variety of educational opportunities for infants, toddlers and children up to 9 years old.
- We are proud to be one of the few Chicago area schools to offer Montessori classes in a Catholic environment as well as support for children with special needs.
- Our programs include classes for parents and/or caregivers with infants and toddlers, transition classes for 3 year-old, full day preschool, kindergarten, and primary grade classes.
- We also offer Extended Day programs before and after school at our St. Bonaventure campus.
- Class sizes are limited to approximately 20 children with a teacher and assistant.
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Students By Grade
Student Body
Total Students
106 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 34%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Cardinal Bernardin Montessori Academy?
The application deadline for Cardinal Bernardin Montessori Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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