Urban Prairie Waldorf School (Closed 2024)

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
2009
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students
161 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
36%
State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
We offer Variable Tuition - tuition based on your financial picture.
Admissions Director
Jennifer Zielinski

School Notes

  • Students - receive an education that stokes the fires of enthusiasm and creates a sense of agency in the world. An "I can do" attitude to life.
  • Teaching - that is an artform based on love for the children.
  • Community - built on mutual support and conscious parenting.
  • Our experiential pre-K through 8th-grade education prepares your child to succeed at school and in life. We encourage our students' innate love of learning through an arts-integrated curriculum. Our graduates are independent thinkers who take an interest in the world around them and innovate for a better future. The journey through the Waldorf grades will transform your child. We invite you to take the first step and contact us for a tour.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Urban Prairie Waldorf School cost?
Urban Prairie Waldorf School's tuition is approximately $16,500 for private students.
Does Urban Prairie Waldorf School offer a summer program?
Yes, Urban Prairie Waldorf School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for Urban Prairie Waldorf School?
The application deadline for Urban Prairie Waldorf School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Urban Prairie Waldorf School located?
Urban Prairie Waldorf School is located in the Near West Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other private schools located in Near West Side.

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