Kensington School Of The Highlands
Tel:
(708)246-5933
- 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 Stats (2020)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool
- Students: 289 students
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Kensington School Of The Highlands places among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
School Overview
| School Type | Early Childhood / Day Care |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 289 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 11% State avg.: 32% |
| Students by Grade |
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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) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 100% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Mary Johnson |
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!
Nearby Private Schools
- The nearest high school and elementary school to Kensington School Of The Highlands is Acacia Academy (0.8 miles away)
- The nearest preschool is Grand Ave Preschool - Day Care (0.1 miles away)
Show me:
- School Location Miles Grades Students
- La GrangeGrand Ave Preschool - Day CareAll-girls | Daycare / PreschoolGrades: NS-PK | 113 students
0.1 miles
1905 W 59th Street
La Grange, IL 60525
(708)579-1103 0.1 NS-PK
113 - La GrangeAdvent Christian DccDaycare / PreschoolGrades: PK-K | 29 students
0.4 miles
1525 W Plainfield Rd
La Grange, IL 60525
(708)246-6061 0.4 PK-K
29 - La Grange Grades: 4-12 | 98 students
0.8 miles
6425 Willow Springs Rd
La Grange, IL 60525
(708)639-4222 0.8 4-12
98 - La GrangeOmbudsman Educational Services-lyons PlusSpecial Education SchoolGrades: 10-12 | 15 students
1 miles
6535 Joliet Rd
La Grange, IL 60525
(708)482-0209 1 10-12
15 - La GrangeSt. Cletus Elementary School(Roman Catholic)Grades: K-9 | 452 students
1 miles
700 W 55th St
La Grange, IL 60525
(708)352-4820 1 K-9
452
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