We are delighted that you are considering British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park for your child! If you are applying for our PreNursery, Nursery (Preschool) or Reception (Junior Kindergarten) programs, we ask that you take the following steps:
- Book a tour or Virtual Open House | RSVP Here
- Complete the Online Application | Apply Online
- Submit $100 application fee (payable online)
- Submit all supplemental documentation: school records, family photo, optional parent statement, optional personal recommendation. Please note all supplemental materials may be received at any point during the application process prior to the decision deadline.
- Attend a playdate
- Schedule a parent meeting
Our Early Years Program is comprised of the following:
PreNursery (Toddler 15 month+, 2 Year Old or Young 3s Programs)
5 days/week, 3 days/week (M/W/F), or 2 days/week (T/Th) schedules offered.
Classroom open 7:30am - 6 p.m.
Nursery (Preschool)
Full day program (currently 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., five days a week)
Morning-only program (currently 8 a.m. – 12 p.m., five days a week)
Please note that after school clubs and before/after care are available between 7 and 8 a.m. and between 3:30 and 6:30 p.m. Drop off in classroom or car line available between 8 and 8:30 a.m.
Reception (Junior Kindergarten)
Full day program (currently 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., five days a week)
Please note that after school clubs and before/after care are available between 7 and 8 a.m. and between 3:30 and 6:30 p.m. Drop off in classroom or car line available between 8 and 8:30 a.m.
Application Forms/Supplemental Documentation
Important Dates
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Application Deadline
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Financial Aid
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Notification of Admissions Decision
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Enrollment Contract Due
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Regular Decision: January 10th
(applications are accepted after deadline, space and notification timeline will vary)
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Regular: February 1st
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Regular: Pre Nursery & Nursery – February 3rd
Reception – Year 6 February 26th
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Regular: Pre Nursery - February 25th
Nursery – March 6th
Reception – Year 6 March 20th
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Early Action*/BISC Sibling: December 2nd
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Early Action/Sibling: December 2nd
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Early Action/Sibling: December 19th
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Early Action/Sibling: February 25
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*Early Action is an option for families who are interested in a shorter admissions process and believe BISC Lincoln Park is their first choice school. In addition to an expedited process this provides an option to secure enrollment in your desired grade. Early Action is available only for Nursery - Year 6 applicants.
Our admissions season begins on September 1 and continues through the spring. Our Open Houses take place in November and January, and group tours are held September – March. Parent meetings are scheduled as applications are received.
Families reeroll annually during the month of February.
Download Supplemental Documents