Kensington School Of The Highlands (Top Ranked Private School for 2025-26)

1900 W 58th Place
La Grange, IL 60525

Founded in 1969, Kensington School is a private nursery,preschool, and Kindergarten serving families in the western suburbs of Chicago.

We offer a play based academic program for ages 2 - 6 years of age .Enrichment programs, organic hot lunches and snacks, and private tutoring are also available.

Both half and full day programs are offered.. Come in and visit our beautiful classrooms, cutting-edge curriculum, and inspiring teaching staff! Stay awhile anf enjoy our big beautiful playground area, too!.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

Top Ranked IL School
School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool
Enrollment: 289 students
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Kensington School Of The Highlands ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Overview

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool

Year Founded

1969

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

View School Calendar

Last Day of School

Mon. May 25, 2026

Student Body

Total Students

289 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

11%

State avg.: 34%

Students by Grade

Kensington School Of The Highlands Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

1 teacher

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

20%

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

comfortable play clothes

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 81%

Admissions Director

Mary Johnson

Application URL

Online Application

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

1 extracurricular

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

enrichment classes and lunch program

School Notes

Founded in 1969, Kensington School is a private nursery,preschool, and Kindergarten serving families in the western suburbs of Chicago. We offer a play based academic program for ages 2 - 6 years of age .Enrichment programs, organic hot lunches and snacks, and private tutoring are also available. Both half and full day programs are offered.. Come in and visit our beautiful classrooms, cutting-edge curriculum, and inspiring teaching staff! Stay awhile anf enjoy our big beautiful playground area, too!

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Kensington School Of The Highlands?

The acceptance rate of Kensington School Of The Highlands is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.

What is Kensington School Of The Highlands's ranking?

Kensington School Of The Highlands ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Kensington School Of The Highlands?

The application deadline for Kensington School Of The Highlands is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 5/23/2022

This is possibly one of the best things we did for our kids and their early education. The staff at Kensington Highlands are so supportive and caring. They make sure our kids are blossoming, and we are impressed with every detail.

- Posted by Parent - M. Nabavi

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