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
29
In-Person Admission Tours
Time: 12:00 am
Offered by appointment on weekends throughout the school year and summer. As we have resumed in-person classes, we are offering tours to prospective families by appointment on weekends only in order to maintain the health and well-being of our students and faculty. We recognize the value of a visit, so come meet with our Head … Continued
Jun
01
Scholastic Book Fair
Time: 12:00 am
June 1 – June 9. As the last day of school approaches, CGS traditionally hosts a Scholastic Book Fair so families can stock up for summer reading. Students are excited! Thank you in advance for buying books and supporting our school. Prefer to leisurely browse and shop online? Here you go: Virtual Book Fair. Although … Continued
Jun
04
CGS All School Picnic
Time: 1:00 pm
Celebrate the end of a challenging yet successful academic year! Pick up the kid(s) from school at noon, grab some lunch for the family, and head over to the picnic site! Don’t forget to pack a picnic blanket and fun toys. Small bottled water and individually wrapped popsicles will be available for everyone. If you … Continued
Jun
05
CGS Eighth Grade Graduation
Time: 1:00 pm
Congratulations Class of 2021! Chicago Grammar School is thrilled to be able to again hold an in-person graduation ceremony! The graduates will present their farewell addresses. We look forward to celebrating and wish them continued academic and personal success. CGS adopted the motto of the Enlightenment, “Sapere Aude – Dare to Know.” We send off … Continued
Jun
07
Summer at CGS
Time: 12:00 am
June 7 – August 6, 2021. CGS Summer Programming is 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 … 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.