Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Yearly Tuition: $15,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
University Children's Center
About the School
- The KinderCare Difference is our commitment to your child's future.
- With our experienced staff and innovative programs unlike any other, we provide your child with an unsurpassed learning experience.
- Your child will discover that learning is fun, while making new friends and building strong relationships with teachers who partner with you in your child's education.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Yearly Tuition: $15,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
2005
School Motto
Learning Beyond the Classroom
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$15,000
School Notes
- Hours Of Operation: 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F
- Enrollment: Min Age - 6 weeks, Max Age - 5 years
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does University Children's Center cost?
University Children's Center's tuition is approximately $15,000 for private students.
When is the application deadline for University Children's Center?
The application deadline for University Children's Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is University Children's Center located?
University Children's Center is located in the Streeterville neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other private schools located in Streeterville.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to University Children's Center is Gce Lab School (1.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is GEMS World Academy Chicago (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Near The Pier Development Center (0.1 miles away)
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Distance: 0.1 mi
Gr: PK-K | 51 students
Daycare / Preschool
540 N Lake Shore Dr Ste 2
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 527-2223
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: PK | 110 students
Montessori School
226 E Illinois St
Chicago, IL 60614
(312) 796-9400
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 343 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 4
350 E. South Water Street
Chicago, IL 60601
(312) 809-8900
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: K-8 | 814 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 10
Catholic
751 N State St
Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 268-2543
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 50 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Extracurriculars: 17
9 West Washington St, Fourth Floor
Chicago, IL 60602
(312) 643-0091
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 50 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Extracurriculars: 17
9 West Washington St, Fourth Floor
Chicago, IL 60602
(312) 643-0091
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: NS-12
Vocational/Technical School
36 S. Wabash Ave.
Chicago, IL 60603
(800) 232-7242
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 14 students
Christian
1111 N Wells St Fl 4
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 600-0953
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 57 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Extracurriculars: 11
Specialized Curriculum
900 North Franklin Street
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 600-5571
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,172 students
Sports: 17
59 W North Blvd
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 582-6014
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 343 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 4
350 E. South Water Street
Chicago, IL 60601
(312) 809-8900
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: K-8 | 814 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 10
Catholic
751 N State St
Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 268-2543
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: NS-12
Vocational/Technical School
36 S. Wabash Ave.
Chicago, IL 60603
(800) 232-7242
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 33 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Extracurriculars: 13
900 N Franklin St Ste 104
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 944-5600
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 57 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Extracurriculars: 11
Specialized Curriculum
900 North Franklin Street
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 600-5571
Distance: 0.1 mi
Gr: PK-K | 51 students
Daycare / Preschool
540 N Lake Shore Dr Ste 2
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 527-2223
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: PK | 110 students
Montessori School
226 E Illinois St
Chicago, IL 60614
(312) 796-9400
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 343 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 4
350 E. South Water Street
Chicago, IL 60601
(312) 809-8900
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: NS-12
Vocational/Technical School
36 S. Wabash Ave.
Chicago, IL 60603
(800) 232-7242
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 33 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Extracurriculars: 13
900 N Franklin St Ste 104
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 944-5600
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Ogden Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
24 W Walton St
Chicago, IL 60610
(773) 534-8110
Chicago, IL 60610
(773) 534-8110
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 819 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 205:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Intrinsic Charter High School
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4540 W Belmont Ave
Chicago, IL 60641
(708) 887-2735
Chicago, IL 60641
(708) 887-2735
1 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 993 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Noble St Chtr-muchin College Prep
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 N State St
Chicago, IL 60602
(312) 445-4680
Chicago, IL 60602
(312) 445-4680
1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 909 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Yccs-innovations Of Arts Integr
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
17 N State St
Chicago, IL 60602
(312) 999-9360
Chicago, IL 60602
(312) 999-9360
1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 392 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Payton College Preparatory High School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1034 N Wells St
Chicago, IL 60610
(773) 534-0034
Chicago, IL 60610
(773) 534-0034
1.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,260 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
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