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Alexander Hamilton School
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neighborhood: West Lakeview · Telephone: (773) 534-5892 · Website: www.hamilton.cps.k12.il.us
Contact Info
Alexander Hamilton School
1650 West Cornelia
Chicago, IL
60657
www.hamilton.cps.k12.il.us
Tel:
(773) 534-5892
Director:
Helen Doe, Teacher
hmdoe@cps.k12.il.us
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General Approach to Learning
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Play-based with some structure |
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School Philosophy and Mission
Our program has a well balanced curriculum, which works towards developing the whole child physically, socially and academically.
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Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School
Our main teacher works with assistants to provide a full school day as well as wrap-around care before and after school hours. This extended day model allows working parents great flexability for the...
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Ages, Class Size, days & Tuition
| Ages | From
3 years
to 5 years |
| Days: | 5 day(s) a week 7:30 am- 5:30 pm |
| Tuition: | $8,930/Year |
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Key Statistics
| School year | 09/2008 - 06/2009 |
| Total enrollment | 20 |
| Student/teacher ratio | 7:1 |
| Age cutoff for enrollment | 3 years |
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Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
It is recommended that the student attend from 8am to 1:45pm to receive the full benefit of the instructional program.
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Application Information
| Applications accepted | Currently for the 2007-08 school year |
| Wait list | Yes |
| Deadline for applications | Rolling |
| Application Information | $235 |
| Acceptance criteria: | First-come basis |
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Kindergarten Placement
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