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The Childrens Place Learning Academy

2591 Sauk Trail
Chicago Heights, IL 60411

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The Childrens Place Learning Academy in Chicago Heights, IL offers co–ed early childhood education for grades PK through K in a suburban setting.

Founded in 1905, the school enrolls 62 students with a student–teacher ratio of 5:1 supported by 13 teachers.

The nonsectarian preschool and kindergarten program has an annual tuition of $25,000.

The school ranks in the top 20% in Illinois for the number of AP courses offered, reflecting its academic resources.

Located in a large suburb, the academy serves families seeking early learning options near Chicago Heights.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 62 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

Student Body

Total Students

62 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

13 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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When is the application deadline for The Childrens Place Learning Academy?

The application deadline for The Childrens Place Learning Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 62 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Cook County, IL is $13,441 for elementary schools and $19,423 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Cook County, IL is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).