Lake Forest, IL · K–11
Last verified August 20, 2026
145 S Green Bay Rd, 60045 · (847) 615-6116
Enrollment
339
Student:teacher
8:1
Published tuition
$7,220–$42,210
Application fee
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Tuition by division
| Division | Grades | Annual tuition | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | 1st STEP (Two-Day Program) | $7,220 | Two-Day Program |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | 1st STEP (Three-Day Program) | $9,875 | Three-Day Program |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | Preschool (Five-Day, Half Days) | $15,185 | Five-Day, Half Days |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | Junior Kindergarten (3 Full-Days, 2 Half-Days) | $25,875 | 3 Full-Days, 2 Half-Days |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | Preschool (Five-Day, Full Days) | $29,935 | Five-Day, Full Days |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | Junior Kindergarten (Five-Day, Full-Days) | $31,930 | Five-Day, Full-Days |
| Elementary2026-2027 | Senior Kindergarten | $31,930 | — |
| Elementary2026-2027 | Grade 1 through Grade 4 | $38,020 | — |
Head of school
John Melton
Head of School
Since 2022, Mr. John Melton has served as Head of School at Lake Forest Country Day School. He is a seasoned independent school leader, having served as a Head of School for five years and a division head for ten years.
Curriculum & special classes
Lake Forest Country Day School is a co-educational independent private school for students age 2 through Grade 8. It offers programs for Early Childhood (2's - Kindergarten), Lower School (Grades 1 - 4), and Upper School (Grades 5 - 8).
Financial aid
LFCDS offers financial assistance to families based on demonstrated financial need, determined by the School and Clarity Tuition and Lake Forest Country Day School's Financial Aid Committee. They also offer merit scholarships, military family assistance, and educator family assistance.
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The LFCDS admission process focuses on finding the right fit for the student, family, and school through a thoughtful and holistic review. The Admission Committee considers academic readiness, character, interests, and potential to thrive.
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