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Catherine Cook School

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Chicago, IL · K–11

Last verified August 20, 2026

226 W Schiller St., 60610 · (847) 906-0301

www.catherinecookschool.org

Enrollment

418

Student:teacher

9:1

Published tuition

$24,500–$39,900

Application fee

$75

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Tuition by division

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Head of school

Adam W. Fischer

Head of School

Mr. Fischer joined Catherine Cook in July 2024 with more than 25 years of independent school education experience. Previously, he served as Head of School at The Rashi School, a Jewish PK-8 day school in Dedham, MA.

Curriculum & special classes

The academic program focuses on curiosity and inquiry, guiding exploration of individual and group interests to develop skills for lifelong growth. Students explore big ideas, think critically, and lead with compassion from preschool (age 3) through 8th grade.

Academic Excellence
Wellbeing & Belonging
Empowered Learners & Leaders
Innovator's Mindset
Social-Emotional Learning

Financial aid

Financial support is available to help make the investment affordable for all families, based on demonstrated financial need and availability of funds. Types of support include Tuition Assistance and The Thatcher Swanson Grant for Diversity and Inclusion.

Application fee: $75

Before & after school care

Before school

Not listed

After school

The school has an 'After School Program' and an 'Extended Day Program' mentioned in navigation, but no details on hours or services are provided in the given text.

Cost

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Admissions

The admission process involves submitting an application, followed by a student visit (playdate or shadow day) and a parent meeting. Required supplemental forms include teacher recommendations, transcripts/report cards, and standardized test scores for certain grades. Financial aid is optional.

Apply by

December 14, 2026 (for 2027-2028 school year)

Acceptance rate

Not listed

Application fee

$75

What they ask for: Application, student visit (playdate or shadow day), parent meeting, LMAIS Common Recommendation Form(s), transcripts/report cards (Grades SK-8), standardized test scores (Grades 5-8)

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