Daystar Academy
International School in Chicago
Quick answer
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB taught at Daystar Academy.
- Tuition: $17,700–$21,600/yr published in USD, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 17 (max 24) Chicago international school · 290 students total.
- 1 nationalities top: American.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 8 a.m..
- Accreditations: IBO listed accreditations.
290
1 (American)
17 avg / 24 max
Rolling
IBO
About Daystar Academy
Daystar Academy empowers students to positively impact the world through a faith-based, culturally-engaged, globally-minded education. Daystar is an authorized International Baccalaureate World School, offering the IB program in grades PK-12. Technology, school supplies, learning excursions and learning expeditions (including high school travel) is included in tuition. 60% of Daystar families receive financial aid and pay tuition on a sliding scale.
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.
- Learning support: moderate
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —School states it does NOT offer dedicated EAL/ESL support
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $17,700–$21,600 |
| Annual tuition (USD) | 17700-21600 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $20,530(+4%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $22,030 |
| Cost position in Chicago | 30th percentile(mid-range) |
IB
IB Diploma
Spanish
Student Support Services plans are typically modeled after a student IEP and may include increased time for testing, movement in the classroom, extra breaks, etc.
No, though students who need mild accommodations will establish a Student Support Plan with our Student Support Services team at the start of the school year.
No
8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
No
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
At a Glance
Fee Position in Chicago
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Less diverse
Common: American
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