Parent Testimonials
“We had no doubt that the academics at the British School would be top-notch. However, what we are most impressed with is how excited our daughter is to go to school every day, and the special friendships she has made. The teachers incorporate such wonderful play-based activities into the curriculum: designing and running a restaurant, taking turns ‘hosting’ a stuffed bear and keeping a journal of his adventures, learning the rules of the road with tricycles and scooters. Seeing our daughter run into school every day and give her friends and teachers a hug provides constant affirmation that we made the right decision. We couldn’t be happier with the British School”
~ Parent of a full-day nursery student
“The best word we can think of to describe the British School of Chicago is ‘inspiring.’ When we first toured the school, we were very impressed with the rigor that has gone into formulating the BSC’s approach to world class learning. Since our daughter began attending the school a year ago, we have seen how expertly the faculty puts theory into practice every single day. The teachers truly are the best of the best – thoroughly engaged, extremely well-trained, and adept at delivering focused, caring attention to each child. Our daughter has thrived in the BSC environment and has developed an enthusiasm for learning that far exceeds what we have experienced in other programs. We have peace of mind as parents that the BSC provides the best possible environment for our daughter to learn, experience and grow!”
~ Parent of Reception student
“My children love BSC. My oldest son wakes me up every day in the morning because he doesn't want to be late for school. When I jokingly tell him I’m too tired and I don’t want to go to school that day, he pushes me off the bed and tells me to hurry because HE DOES want to go to school. After school I always ask my youngest what he did in school and he always says: “I played.” I then ask him if he did not work with his letters and numbers and he responds: “We didn’t work; we played games with letters and numbers.” He is five and knows how to read, write, add and subtract. He has learned all of this through what he considers to be play! Nothing speaks better of a school and its teachers than the enthusiasm of its students for learning.”
~ Parent of Year 1 and Year 4 students
“BSC is clearly a happy environment for the children and we believe this can be accredited to the teachers. The teachers are clearly carefully selected from a large pool of applicants – we have always felt that BSC has the “cream of the crop!” Over the years at BSC, we have come to truly appreciate the international climate of the school. Our children have many multi-cultural friends and every culture is celebrated at BSC. Through friendships, daily lessons and special celebrations, our children are growing up with a world view. We have found the children and parents to be wonderfully friendly. As a parent, you can choose your own level of involvement – many parents enjoy volunteering in different ways. The parent body has always seemed to be a group of people genuinely committed to obtaining the best education for their children.”
~ Parent of Year 2 and Year 6 students
“When your child cries because school is out for summer vacation, rather than celebrating summers arrival, you know that the school has taught them one of life’s most valuable lessons – the love of learning. Many schools can teach your child academics, but few have mastered like the British School of Chicago, the ability to share with children the joy of learning. As a parent I believe this is what makes this school outstanding.”
~ Parent of Year 3 student
“The British School is a wonderful school. Our daughter has been at the school for 5 years and she loves it. The environment is extremely pleasant and enjoyable. The teachers are always planning great projects with the children and all of the learning is hands-on. There is a lot of emphasis placed on the emotional and social growth of the children. Art, music and languages are extremely strong. The parents are down to earth and involved in their children’s education. We really couldn’t be happier with our decision to send our daughter to the British School and we plan to keep her here through high school.”
~ Parent of Year 3 student
“Our mid-year move to Chicago proved nearly seamless thanks to our daughter's welcoming transition at the British School of Chicago. The curriculum is comprehensive and challenging; the teachers simply shine; the students are friendly and caring – what a wonderful place for a child to learn and thrive! We love the international atmosphere. Truly, the BSC provides its students with the skills, languages and confidence needed to succeed in the modern global society!”
~ Parent of Year 5 student
“Our son has made enormous progress whilst at the British School. It provides a stimulating learning environment and covers a wide variety of topics in a way that keeps the children motivated and curious. Whilst high standards of education are set, the atmosphere in the classrooms is always friendly and the children thoroughly enjoy their lessons. The teachers are enthusiastic and dedicated to enabling each child to perform to their highest potential while ensuring they maintain their enthusiasm for learning. Parents are invited to attend lessons where they can see for themselves, the children’s confidence and motivation and the friendly atmosphere within the school.”
~Parent of Year 6 student