British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park
International School in Chicago
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Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and IB Diploma.
- Tuition: $28,725–$38,400/yr published in USD, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 18 Chicago international school · 664 students total.
- 45 nationalities top: American.
- Ages: Ages 1 to 11 school day starts at Arrival between 8-8:30 with first lessons beginning at 8:30am..
- Accreditations: IBO listed accreditations.
664
45 (American)
18 avg
Rolling
IBO
IGCSE and IB Diploma
About British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park
British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park is an international primary school ages 15 months -11 years old. BISC-LP is part of Nord Anglia Education group.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- In-house specialist staff listed
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $28,725–$38,400 |
| Annual tuition (USD) | 28725-38400 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $34,993(+4%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $36,493 |
| Cost position in Chicago | 80th percentile(premium tier) |
British
IGCSE and IB Diploma
CAT, IGCSE and IBDP, IBCP
Above Global Averages
Spanish, French, Chinese
unknown
Yes but depends on the individual needs.
We have a learning resources department which will support EAL students.
Arrival between 8-8:30 with first lessons beginning at 8:30am. – 3:30pm with after school care until 6:30pm
Yes
Yes
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
At a Glance
Fee Position in Chicago
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Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: American
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