Welcome to enthusiasm for learning.

Name: The Children's School
Address: 820 Ontario Street, Oak Park, IL, 60302-2027, US
Telephone: 708-484-8033

K-8 progressive education in Oak Park, Illinois

Our Approach

“From the moment we joined, we were welcomed with open arms into a supportive network of parents, teachers, and staff who genuinely care about the success and well-being of every child."

TCS Parent

Teaching through
hands-on projects

Children’s innate love of learning thrives in our project-based classrooms. Our students graduate with the confidence and self-knowledge to succeed in high school and beyond.

How we do projects

Nurturing
children's curiosity

In our small classes, teachers know each child’s strengths and help them leverage what they already know and can do to tackle new challenges. Learning at The Children's School is individualized, not standardized.

How we adapt curriculum

Educating for
democracy

Children practice cooperation and critical thinking as they work to answer questions and solve problems together. We support the agency of young people today while guiding them to acquire the skills for active citizenship as adults.

How we nurture citizenship

Understanding
social justice

From the earliest grades, our students engage deeply in discussions of rights, responsibilities, and fairness. As they grow older, we support them to explore the historical contexts that shape present-day realities.

How we work towards justice

Learning beyond
the school walls

Frequent trips to the woods and other outdoor spaces provide opportunities for challenge, exploration, and play. Our students return to school refreshed, invigorated, and ready to learn more.

How we get outside