Little City Foundation Childbridge Center For Education in Palatine, IL, serves 33 students in grades 5 through 12 within a nonsectarian special education program in a large suburban community.
Founded in 1959, the school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 5:1 with 7 teachers on staff to support individualized instruction.
The school's student body includes 21% students of color, reflecting aspects of diversity within the suburban Palatine area.
Located on a 56–acre campus, the school offers services focused on special education in a co–educational setting.
As a specialized education center, it holds membership in other school associations and operates independently of religious affiliation.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
Campus Size
56 acres
Student Body
Total Students
33 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: Little City. BIG LIFE.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Little City Foundation Childbridge Center For Education?
The application deadline for Little City Foundation Childbridge Center For Education is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Little City Foundation Childbridge Center For Education is Montessori Academy Of North Hoffman (1.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Kindercare Learning Center - North Schaumburg (1.4 miles away)
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Kindercare Learning Center - North Schaumburg ![Kindercare Learning Center - North Schaumburg Photo - We are tucked away in a quiet area near the corner of Quentin Road and Algonquin Road. We are proud to be a part of our community.]( "Kindercare Learning Center - North Schaumburg Photo - We are tucked away in a quiet area near the corner of Quentin Road and Algonquin Road. We are proud to be a part of our community.")
Daycare / Preschool
2601 Quentin Rd
Schaumburg, IL 60173
(847) 397-0799
Schaumburg, IL 60173
(847) 397-0799
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 30 students
North Schaumburg KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
2601 Quentin Rd.
Schaumburg, IL 60173
(847) 397-0799
Schaumburg, IL 60173
(847) 397-0799
1.4 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 110 students
Montessori Academy Of North Hoffman
Montessori School
1200 Freeman Road
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
(847) 705-1234
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
(847) 705-1234
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 176 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
Acarath Montessori Center
Montessori School
110 Hillcrest Blvd.
Schaumburg, IL 60195
(847) 397-0111
Schaumburg, IL 60195
(847) 397-0111
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 140 students Avg. class size: 20 students
Guidepost Montessori At Schaumburg
Montessori School
22 Kristin Dr
Schaumburg, IL 60195
(224) 801-4456
Schaumburg, IL 60195
(224) 801-4456
2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 63 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Montessori Academy Of North Hoffman
Montessori School
1200 Freeman Road
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
(847) 705-1234
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
(847) 705-1234
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 176 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
The Winston Knolls School
Special Education School
2353 Hassell Rd #110, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
Schaumburg, IL 60173
(630) 283-3221
Schaumburg, IL 60173
(630) 283-3221
3.1 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 36 students
South Campus
Special Education School
909 E Wilmette Rd Ste F
Palatine, IL 60074
(847) 359-8300
Palatine, IL 60074
(847) 359-8300
3.3 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 80 students
New Connection's Academy
Special Education School
865 E Wilmette Rd
Palatine, IL 60074
(847) 359-8690
Palatine, IL 60074
(847) 359-8690
3.4 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 71 students
200 N Roselle Road
Schaumburg, IL 60194
(847) 885-3230
Schaumburg, IL 60194
(847) 885-3230
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 889 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Montessori Academy Of North Hoffman
Montessori School
1200 Freeman Road
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
(847) 705-1234
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
(847) 705-1234
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 176 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
Acarath Montessori Center
Montessori School
110 Hillcrest Blvd.
Schaumburg, IL 60195
(847) 397-0111
Schaumburg, IL 60195
(847) 397-0111
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 140 students Avg. class size: 20 students
2515 Palatine Rd
Palatine, IL 60067
(847) 907-3452
Palatine, IL 60067
(847) 907-3452
2 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 501 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
200 N Plum Grove Rd
Palatine, IL 60067
(847) 359-1549
Palatine, IL 60067
(847) 359-1549
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 316 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 1
500 N Benton St
Palatine, IL 60067
(847) 202-8035
Palatine, IL 60067
(847) 202-8035
3.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 258 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Kindercare Learning Center - North Schaumburg ![Kindercare Learning Center - North Schaumburg Photo - We are tucked away in a quiet area near the corner of Quentin Road and Algonquin Road. We are proud to be a part of our community.]( "Kindercare Learning Center - North Schaumburg Photo - We are tucked away in a quiet area near the corner of Quentin Road and Algonquin Road. We are proud to be a part of our community.")
Daycare / Preschool
2601 Quentin Rd
Schaumburg, IL 60173
(847) 397-0799
Schaumburg, IL 60173
(847) 397-0799
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 30 students
North Schaumburg KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
2601 Quentin Rd.
Schaumburg, IL 60173
(847) 397-0799
Schaumburg, IL 60173
(847) 397-0799
1.4 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 110 students
Montessori Academy Of North Hoffman
Montessori School
1200 Freeman Road
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
(847) 705-1234
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
(847) 705-1234
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 176 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
Acarath Montessori Center
Montessori School
110 Hillcrest Blvd.
Schaumburg, IL 60195
(847) 397-0111
Schaumburg, IL 60195
(847) 397-0111
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 140 students Avg. class size: 20 students
Guidepost Montessori At Schaumburg
Montessori School
22 Kristin Dr
Schaumburg, IL 60195
(224) 801-4456
Schaumburg, IL 60195
(224) 801-4456
2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 63 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
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Big Timber Elementary School
(Math: 25-29%)
1400 S Ridgecrest Dr
Hampshire, IL 60140
(224) 584-5500
Hampshire, IL 60140
(224) 584-5500
9193.8 miles
Gr: K-5 | 451 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Kaneland John Stewart Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
817 Prairie Valley St
Elburn, IL 60119
(630) 365-8170
Elburn, IL 60119
(630) 365-8170
9193.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 500 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1122 Anderson Rd
Elburn, IL 60119
(630) 365-1122
Elburn, IL 60119
(630) 365-1122
9194.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 424 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Huntley High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13719 Harmony Rd
Huntley, IL 60142
(847) 659-6600
Huntley, IL 60142
(847) 659-6600
9194.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 2,804 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Leggee Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13723 Harmony Rd
Huntley, IL 60142
(847) 659-6200
Huntley, IL 60142
(847) 659-6200
9194.2 miles
Gr: K-5 | 877 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
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