The British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park is open to Pre-Nursery, Nursery, and Primary children from the age of 15 months to 11 years.
To join our vibrant community, you’ll need to follow our simple, personalised admissions process. Our entry requirements vary by age group, and we’re flexible about the order you complete them in. We also offer a totally virtual process for families who aren’t local to Chicago.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR PRE-NURSERY AND EARLY YEARS
•Online Application form ($100)
•Pre-Nursery/Nursery “All About Me” Form (required for Reception applicant if not in school)
•School progress reports if applicable
•School Tour
•Student Visit (dependent on applicant)
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR YEARS 1–6
•Application checklist: Years 1–6
•Online Application form ($100)
•School progress reports
•School Tour
•Student Visit
OPTIONAL ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS
Personal Recommendations
Personal Recommendations are optional. A Personal Recommendation often provides an additional perspective, allowing the Admissions team to get to know the applicant and/or applicant’s family better.
Parent Statement
Parent Statements are optional. All applicant families will have an opportunity to meet with a member of the Admissions Office as part of the application process and are welcome to share any additional information by submitting a parent statement.
Family Photo
A family photo will be collected as part of your student's application.
AGE REQUIREMENTS & GRADES
Please reference the below chart to determine which US Grade and UK year group your child is eligible for based on their current age. Please contact the Admissions Team with any questions regarding appropriate placement for your child.
The following chart details age requirements and grades for admission for the 2026-2027 school year.
Please note that children can enroll in Pre-Nursery as soon as they turn 15 months, depending on availability.
Birth Date | Age | US Grade | UK Year Group | School Stage |
Sept 1, 2023 - Aug 31, 2024 | 2-3 | Two Year Old | Pre-Nursery | Foundation |
Sept 1, 2022 - Aug 31, 2023 | 3-4 | Pre-School | Nursery | Foundation |
Sept 1, 2021 - Aug 31, 2022 | 4-5 | Junior Kindergarten | Reception | |
Sept 1, 2020 - Aug 31, 2021 | 5-6 | Kindergarten | Year 1 | Primary School |
Sept 1, 2019 - Aug 31, 2020 | 6-7 | Grade 1 | Year 2 | |
Sept 1, 2018 - Aug 31, 2019 | 7-8 | Grade 2 | Year 3 | |
Sept 1, 2017 - Aug 31, 2018 | 8-9 | Grade 3 | Year 4 | |
Sept 1, 2016 - Aug, 31, 2017 | 9-10 | Grade 4 | Year 5 | |
Sept 1, 2015 - Aug 31, 2016 | 10-11 | Grade 5 | Year 6 | |
Grades 6-12/Year 7-13 are located at the South Loop Campus. Upon completion of Year 6 at the Lincoln Park campus, students matriculate directly to Year 7 at the South Loop without any additional admissions process. |
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