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Chicago, IL
Francis W. Parker School
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neighborhood: Lincoln Park · Telephone: (773) 353-3000 · Website: www.fwparker.org
Contact Info
Francis W. Parker School
330 West Webster
Chicago, IL
60614
www.fwparker.org
Tel:
(773) 353-3000
Director:
Judy Feiertag
Admissions Director:
Kate Pivinski
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Parent Ratings
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General Approach to Learning
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Play-based |
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Play-based with some structure |
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Predominantly teacher-led instruction |
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School Philosophy and Mission
"Since 1901, Francis W. Parker School has provided Chicago with a compelling educational experience, encompassing the intellectual, emotional, social, physical and moral development of the individual ...
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Ages, Class Size, days & Tuition
| Ages | From
4 years
to 5 years |
| Days: | 5 day(s) a week 8:00 am- 11:45 am |
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Key Statistics
| Extended day | Yes |
| School year | 09/2008 - 06/2009 |
| Total enrollment | 54 |
| Student/teacher ratio | 18:2 |
| Age cutoff for enrollment | 4 years |
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Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
An extended day option is available everyday until 6pm. $5 per day will be added to the total cost.
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Application Information
| Applications accepted | Contact school for details |
| Wait list | Yes |
| Deadline for applications | December 15 |
| Acceptance criteria: | Selective based on certain criteria will be considered during the admission process. overall factors, regardless of grade level, are as follows: *the student?s ability to enhance the school community with his/her presence *the student?s ability to flourish in parker?s progressive educational environment social and behavioral maturity admission interview and classroom visit school records, test scores and recommendations *the family?s commitment to support and participate in the parker community |
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Kindergarten Placement
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