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Chicago, IL
Burr Elementary
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neighborhood: Bucktown/Wicker Park · Telephone: (773) 534-4090 · Website: www.burrschool.org/preschool
Contact Info
Burr Elementary
1621 W. Wabansia Avenue
Chicago, IL
60622
www.burrschool.org/preschool
Tel:
(773) 534-4090
Fax:
(773) 534-4718
Director:
Lisa Maley
lisali_us@yahoo.com
Admissions Director:
Lisa Maley
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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
At Burr, a pre-k through 8th grade world language magnet cluster school, we believe that every child is capable of learning and achieving excellence in education. Every student is responsible for and...
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Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School
Throughout the day the students participate in various activites, both structured as well as student selected. On a typical day our schedule will go as follows:
*Student arrival: hang up jackets a...
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Ages, Class Size, days & Tuition
| Ages | From
3 years
to 5 years |
| Days: | 5 day(s) a week 9:00 am- 11:30 am |
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Key Statistics
| Extended day | No |
| School year | 09/2008 - 06/2009 |
| Age cutoff for enrollment | 3 years |
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Application Information
| Applications accepted | After a face-to-face meeting at the school |
| Wait list | No |
| Deadline for applications | Rolling |
| Application Information | Free |
| Acceptance criteria: | First-come basis |
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