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Countryside Day School

1985 Pfingsten Road
Northbrook, IL 60062

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Tel: (847) 498-1105

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Countryside Day School Photo #2 - At the primary level, children are also learning while outside! Our All-day-all-year classroom is responsible for maintaining their own garden.

Countryside Day School Photo #3 - The elementary students at Countryside often offer tutoring to younger counterparts. The older child gets to reinforce his knowledge and learn how to help appropriately, and the younger child gets the support he needs for his learning, as well as the growing relationship with an older child.

The mission of Countryside is to provide an environment which emphasizes the development of character, particularly the virtues of Respect, Responsibility, and Resourcefulness.

Countryside has been providing an exceptional learning environment for children for nearly 60 years. Countryside has no religious affiliation and welcomes students of every race, sex, color, and national or ethnic origin.

It is a not-for-profit corporation with financial assistance available to those who qualify.

Each applicant is individually considered for admission and offered the opportunity for enrollment.

The school draws students from Chicago's North and Northwest suburbs.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 160 students
Yearly Tuition: $18,850
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 30 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1967

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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First Day of School

Tue. Sep 8, 2026

Last Day of School

Thu. Jun 10, 2027

Student Body

Total Students

160 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

20%

State avg.: 34%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

Average Class Size

30 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$18,850

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Tuition Notes

$400,000 annually in financial assistance available for families.

% on Financial Aid

20%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$3,000

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Karen O'Malley

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

GymnasticsMath Club

Science ClubSpanish

Sports and Games

School Notes

The mission of Countryside Day School is to provide an environment which emphasizes the development of character, particularly the virtues of Respect, Responsibility, and Resourcefulness.
Countryside has been providing an exceptional learning environment for children for over 50 years. Countryside has no religious affiliation and welcomes students of every race, sex, color, and national or ethnic origin.
It is a not-for-profit corporation with financial assistance available to those who qualify.
Each applicant is individually considered for admission and offered the opportunity for enrollment.
The school draws students from Chicago's North and Northwest suburbs.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Countryside Day School cost?

Countryside Day School's tuition is approximately $18,850 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Countryside Day School?

The acceptance rate of Countryside Day School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

Does Countryside Day School offer a summer program?

Yes, Countryside Day School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

When is the application deadline for Countryside Day School?

The application deadline for Countryside Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Countryside Day School located?

Countryside Day School is located in the Techny neighborhood of Northbrook, IL. There are 1 other private schools located in Techny.

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 160 students
Yearly Tuition: $18,850
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 30 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Cook County, IL is $13,492 for elementary schools and $19,592 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Cook County, IL is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).