British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park

United States, Chicago

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees $100 - 39,950

Ages 1 - 11 years

Pupil numbers 675

Type Co-educational

Opened 2001

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum British Curriculum, IPC (International Primary Curriculum)

Taught languages French, Spanish

Typical class size 20

Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM

Clubs Cultural and Language, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing

Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School

Introduction

British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park is a British international day school for ages 1 to 11. The curriculum blends the English National Curriculum with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), with Nord Anglia Education providing global support. MIT STEAM collaboration through Nord Anglia enriches science, technology, engineering, arts and math education, and collaborations with Juilliard enhance performing arts. The school operates across two campuses in Lincoln Park: a Pre-Nursery Building (opened in 2020) for ages 15 months to under three, and the Primary Building (renovated in 2015) housing early years and primary classrooms plus specialist facilities. Students have access to music rooms, a dance and drama studio, a library, and dedicated language classrooms for French and Spanish. Science labs, an art studio and a design lab support hands-on inquiry. A full-size indoor gym, roof-top garden and two playgrounds, plus a soccer turf, provide spaces for sport and outdoor learning. The campus weaves languages, performing arts, athletics and STEAM into a cross-curricular learning environment.

www.nordangliaeducation.com

814 W Eastman St, Chicago, IL 60642, United States

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The Essentials

Location

Located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois, United States. Address: 814 and 821 W Eastman Street, Chicago, IL 60642, United States.

Stages

Pre-Nursery; Early Years; Primary School

Type

British international day school

Country affiliation

British

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Fees

Application and new-student fees
- Application fee (non‑refundable): USD 100.
- New Student Fee (one‑time, non‑refundable; used for capital and curriculum improvements): USD 2,200.

2026/2027 Tuition fees — amounts and installment equivalents
- Pre‑Nursery (Toddlers, Twos & Threes) — 5‑Day: USD 28,950 per year.
- Two equal instalments (July 1 and December 1): USD 14,475 per instalment.
- Ten monthly instalments (July–April): USD 2,895 per month.
- Pre‑Nursery (Toddlers, Twos & Threes) — 3‑Day: USD 17,370 per year.
- Two instalments: USD 8,685 each.
- Ten instalments: USD 1,737 per month.
- Pre‑Nursery (Toddlers, Twos & Threes) — 2‑Day: USD 11,580 per year.
- Two instalments: USD 5,790 each.
- Ten instalments: USD 1,158 per month.
- Nursery (Part‑time): USD 19,170 per year.
- Two instalments: USD 9,585 each.
- Ten instalments: USD 1,917 per month.
- Nursery (3‑Day Full Day): USD 21,090 per year.
- Two instalments: USD 10,545 each.
- Ten instalments: USD 2,109 per month.
- Nursery (Full Time): USD 31,950 per year.
- Two instalments: USD 15,975 each.
- Ten instalments: USD 3,195 per month.
- Reception: USD 34,700 per year.
- Two instalments: USD 17,350 each.
- Ten instalments: USD 3,470 per month.
- Year 1 – Year 6: USD 39,950 per year.
- Two instalments: USD 19,975 each.
- Ten instalments: USD 3,995 per month.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition may be paid in one annual payment due by July 1; in two instalments due July 1 and December 1; or in ten monthly instalments billed July through April.
- Annual/billed items (trip, yearbook, lunches, optional services) are invoiced each school year and some optional services are billed at different cadences as noted below.

Annual and other school fees
- Trip fee (all years): USD 175 per year.
- Yearbook (all years): USD 65 per year.
- Lunch program (optional; billed annually):
- Pre‑Nursery 5‑Day lunch: USD 1,550 per year.
- Pre‑Nursery 3‑Day lunch: USD 930 per year.
- Pre‑Nursery 2‑Day lunch: USD 620 per year.
- Nursery 3‑Day lunch: USD 1,140 per year.
- Nursery through Year 6 lunch: USD 1,900 per year.
- Uniforms: branded uniform items are supplied via Lands' End; families purchase required logoed items through the Lands' End store and a grade‑specific style guide applies. Gently used uniform sales occur on campus seasonally.
- Before‑/after‑school care and extracurricular clubs: optional and charged in addition to tuition; for Nursery–Year 6 usage is billed at the end of the month based on actual use. Pre‑Nursery morning and aftercare are included in tuition.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable. The school serves early years and primary students (approximately ages 15 months to 11 years) as a day school only.

Refund information
- The Application Fee (USD 100) and the New Student Fee (USD 2,200) are specified as non‑refundable. These new‑student fees are due with the signed enrolment agreement. Other refund terms for tuition or prepaid services are set by the signed enrolment agreement and billing schedule.

Fee adjustments, discounts and financial aid
- Tuition discounts available: a 20% tuition discount for benefits‑eligible Northwestern University employees and sibling discounts (second child 3.5% off tuition; additional children 7% off tuition). Need‑based financial aid is available and applications are processed through the school's financial aid process.

Fee payment options
- Payments may be submitted via the school's online payment portal which accepts credit card and ACH (bank) payments. The portal can be used for tuition, club and aftercare charges, and other school‑related costs. Before/after care for Nursery–Year 6 is billed monthly based on use and payable through the school billing channels.

Contact and administrative note
- All new‑student administrative fees are due with the signed enrolment agreement; installment plans follow the stated due dates above. For billing or payment‑processing questions, contact the school's administration or finance office as provided by the school's admissions materials.

Academics

Curriculum

The school teaches a combination of the English National Curriculum and the International Primary Curriculum, with MIT STEAM collaboration through Nord Anglia.

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Admissions

Get in touch: Submit an online inquiry, email, or call to share information about your family and child. The Admissions Team responds with next steps and answers initial questions to determine appropriate placement and begin the admissions journey. You will receive guidance on what to prepare next. Visit our school: Attend an Open House or book a tour (tours Monday to Friday). Visiting helps you experience classrooms and campus life and learn about programs. Contact to schedule a visit. This step helps families determine fit and ask questions. Submit your online application: Submit the online application form and pay the application fee. Provide all supplemental documentation, including school records, a family photo, and the admissions questionnaire. After submission, the Admissions Team may request additional information if needed. Attend a play date or shadow day: Nursery through Year 6 students can attend a play date or shadow day to get a feel for being enrolled. The experience helps students and families assess fit with the school environment. Participation is coordinated by the Admissions Team. Participate in a parent or family meeting: Schedule a parent or family meeting either in person or online to discuss your student and family in more depth. The meeting provides space to discuss goals, needs, and questions. The Admissions Team coordinates scheduling. Key dates for the 2026-27 admissions season: Applications are due after January 16, 2026, with rolling admissions thereafter. Regular decision notifications occur by February 2, 2026 for Pre-Nursery and Nursery and by February 6, 2026 for Reception through Year 6. Enrollment contracts are due March 6, 2026 for Pre-Nursery and Nursery and March 13, 2026 for Reception through Year 6.

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FAQs

What curriculum does British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park follow?

The school teaches a combination of the English National Curriculum and the International Primary Curriculum, with MIT STEAM collaboration through Nord Anglia.

What are the tuition fees at British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park?

Annual tuition fees range from USD 100 to USD 39,950 depending on the year group. **Application and new-student fees** - Application fee (non‑refundable): USD 100. - New Student Fee (one‑time, non‑refundable; used for capital and c

What age range does British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park serve?

The school serves students aged 1 to 11. Pre-Nursery; Early Years; Primary School

Where is British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park located?

Located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois, United States. Address: 814 and 821 W Eastman Street, Chicago, IL 60642, United States.

What wellbeing support does British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park offer?

Personalized learning goals support students to reach their fullest potential socially and emotionally. The school emphasizes social and emotional development as an integral part of learning. It fosters a community that values inclusive, globally aware attitudes and personal growth.

What sports facilities does British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park have?

There is a full-size indoor gymnasium for physical education. An indoor/outdoor playground on the first floor provides daily play space. A roof-top playground with a garden managed by students adds outdoor space. A soccer turf supports outdoor sports.

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What type of school is British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park?

British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park is a Co-educational school with 675 students. British international day school

What languages are taught at British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park?

The school teaches through the English National Curriculum and the International Primary Curriculum. Pre-Nursery, Early Years and Primary students learn through these curricula. Mandarin language lessons are offered as an additional language.

What is the history of British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park?

BISC Lincoln Park is a proud member of the Nord Anglia Education global family. The school is located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago. Nord Anglia Education is the owning network and provides global support to the school. The school benefits from collaborations with Juilliard and MIT to

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