The CGS program is designed to immerse the child in complex interactive experiences that are both rich and relevant. The three elements of a classical curriculum: content, process, and communication are integrated into the learning experience from preschool through 8th grade.
Upcoming Events
May
07
CGS Fall 2020 Update
Time: 8:00 am
Welcome to Phase 4 of Reopen Illinois. Anticipated for the fall, the return of our children to their daily classroom routines will be a blessing for all. Schools will look different for everyone, and though there will be changes at CGS in our gym, recess and lunchroom protocols, we will be able to provide on-site … Continued
May
07
Spring Academic Enrichment Class Registration Begins
Time: 8:00 am
CGS Academic Enrichment Classes are open to all. This is a difficult time for everyone, but it can be particularly difficult for families with school-age children. While many schools are doing their best with limited resources, it is a fact that many children aren’t getting the kind of in-depth education that a classroom setting can … Continued
May
07
Summer Program Registration
Time: 12:00 am
CGS Summer Programming will be compliant with IDPH safety guidelines. Join CGS this summer for a program filled with academic enrichment and socializing activities that prompt curiosity and feed creativity while respecting social distancing guidelines. Led by our dynamic staff, the CGS summer program features reading and math instruction, and a wide variety of exciting, … Continued
Mar
30
Remote Learning
Time: 8:00 am
Chicago Grammar School commenced remote learning on Monday, March 30, and will remain in a remote model for the remainder of the academic year. We commend our teachers for having stepped up to the challenge of creating a virtual CGS experience that is both meaningful and robust. Our parents have expressed gratitude and appreciation. The health … Continued
Classical Education at CGS: Core Knowledge, Critical Thinking and Communication Skills
Ready to Conquer the World
CGS kids are nice, they like to have fun and they like to learn.
From their first day of class, CGS students experience the passion of artful, enthusiastic and nurturing teachers, the satisfaction of learning new things, the challenge of thinking beyond the obvious and the wonder of creating art, all within the richness of the classical curriculum with ample opportunities to showcase and communicate their knowledge throughout the year.