Admissions Process

The Cambridge School has an open admission policy. The Cambridge School accepts applications and admits students from all parts of the city of Chicago and surrounding communities. Education at Cambridge is considered a privilege. Students are admitted on the basis of academic ability, scholarship, and the family’s desire to embrace the educational philosophy of the school.

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Teacher Questionnaire K-1st Download Teacher Questionnaire K-1st PDF
Teacher Questionnaire 2nd-6th Download Teacher Questionnaire 2nd-6th PDF
Principal Questionnaire K-6th Download Principal Questionnaire K-6th PDF

The Cambridge School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational, admission, financial aid or employment policies, or any other programs administered by the school.

Applying to The Cambridge School is E-A-S-Y

Examine the School

1. Schedule a school tour or classroom visit.
2. Attend a Cambridge Preview open house.

Apply for Admissions

• Request an Application for Admission.
• Complete and return the Application for Admission with a non-refundable $125 application fee.
• Early priority admissions applications due by February 1

Schedule an Assessment

1. Schedule an applicant individual learning plan (ILP) assessment where we will look for developmental readiness, academic aptitude, and behavioral matters for all applicants.
2. Attend a parent/guardian interview with the administrator or admissions director.

Your Acceptance Letter

1. Upon acceptance, admission letters will be mailed to each family applying to The Cambridge School.
2. Select payment option for tuition and fees, which is due within ten (10) days of notification in order to reserve a place at The Cambridge School.
3. Applicants receiving scholarships have the option of monthly payments throughout the year. The first month tuition payment is due within ten (10) days of acceptance.
4. The Welcome Packet will be mailed and include all necessary forms and deadline information.

Admissions decisions are made when the entire application process has been completed.

It is just that E-A-S-Y!