Sacred Heart Schools

• Established in 1876, Sacred Heart has educated Chicago's children for more than 140 years.
• As a Catholic, independent school, Sacred Heart provides a remarkable and challenging curriculum, as well as opportunities for service and engagement in topics and projects that facilitate social awareness.
• Student/teacher ratio is 7:1, guaranteeing personalized attention for each student.
• Unique in Chicago, our purposeful blend of single-gender and co-educational learning experiences encourages engagement, dispels gender stereotypes, and builds our students' confidence.
• Active participation in the international network of 150 Sacred Heart schools in 41 countries ensures students graduate with an awareness of their place in the global community.
• Ninety-five percent of Sacred Heart graduates are accepted into their first-choice high school.

Sacred Heart Schools - the Academy of the Sacred Heart for Girls and Hardey Preparatory for Boys are Catholic, independent elementary schools serving children in preschool through 8thgrade. To learn more, clickhereor contact the Admissions Office at 773.681.8418 or[email protected]. We look forward to introducing you to our school!

WHAT SETS SACRED HEART APART

Catholic and Independent
Sacred Heart is Chicago's oldest independent school, serving the city's children since 1876. We are rooted in Catholicism and warmly welcome families of all faiths in a vibrant, diverse community. Pre kindergarten through 8th grade is located on our historic campus overlooking Lake Michigan at 6250 N. Sheridan Road.

A Unique, Innovative Approach to Education
Our approach to education combines a dynamic and challenging curriculum within a nurturing environment.With the support and dedication of exceptional teachers and staff, our students are inspired to achieve theirbest and be their best selves. Our community is guided by five timeless principles: faith, intellect, service, community, and personal growth. As a result, students graduate with a strong academic foundation, as well as confidence and values-ready to leave a positive mark on their communities and in the city`s best high schools.

The Network of Sacred Heart Schools
Founded in 1876, Sacred Heart Schools is Chicago's oldest independent school and is recognized world-wide, with 22 schools in the United States and more than 150 internationally.

Of Special Interest

• Sacred Heart offers bus transportation from the Gold Coast, Lakeview, Lincoln Park, Lincoln Square, Old Town, Roscoe Village, and Ravenswood.
• More than $3 million in need-based tuition assistance is awarded to 25% of our students.
• Free before school beginning at 7:30 am is available to all families.
• Free afterschool care until 6 pm is available to SK-8 families.
• Applications are available through www.ravenna-hub.comby creating an account and searching "Sacred Heart Schools" in the Chicago area.

• Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
  • Mother Elizabeth Tucker, Founder of Sacred Heart Schools Chicago -
  • John Darnielle, Musician, The Mountain Goats -