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Best 60453 Illinois Private Preschools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 private preschools serving 1,646 students in 60453, IL.
The top ranked private preschools in 60453, IL include St. Catherine Of Alexandria School, St. Linus Elementary School, and St. Gerald School.
The average acceptance rate is 99%, which is higher than the Illinois private preschool average acceptance rate of 90%.
57% of private preschools in 60453, IL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 60453 Illinois Private Preschools (2026-27)

Map of St. Catherine Of Alexandria School
St. Catherine Of Alexandria School
Gr: PK-8 | 515 students
Catholic
10621 Kedvale Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-5547
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St. Gerald School
Gr: PK-8 | 317 students
Catholic
9320 S 55th Ct
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 422-0121
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Map of St. Linus Elementary School
St. Linus Elementary School
Gr: PK-8 | 362 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 3
Catholic
10400 Lawler Avenue
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-1656
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Oak Lawn Montessori School
Gr: PK-K | 16 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Montessori School
4625 W 110th St
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(773) 316-8963
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Papoose Childrens Center
Gr: PK-K | 36 students
Daycare / Preschool
5354 W 95th St
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 422-1112
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Penny Lane School Ltd
Gr: NS-K | 192 students
Daycare / Preschool
4527 Southwest Hwy
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 424-1335
(1)
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St. Germaine Catholic School
Gr: NS-8 | 208 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 4
Catholic
9735 S Kolin Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-6063
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60453, Illinois Private Preschools (Closed)

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Montessori Freedom to Learn
Gr: PK-12
Montessori School
5220 W 105th Street
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 765-6385
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St. Louis De Montfort School
Gr: PK-8 | 205 students
Catholic
8808 Ridgeland Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 599-5781
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South Side Baptist School
Gr: NS-12 | 84 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Baptist
5220 West 105th Street
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-3435
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in 60453, IL?
The top ranked private preschools in 60453, IL include St. Catherine Of Alexandria School, St. Linus Elementary School, and St. Gerald School.
How many private preschools are located in 60453?
7 private preschools are located in 60453.
How diverse are private preschools in 60453?
60453 private preschools are approximately 19% minority students, which is lower than the Illinois private school average of 33%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in 60453?
57% of private preschools in 60453 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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