Our class sizes range from 12–22 depending on the year group. Our student–teacher ratio is 9:1.
South Loop offers French, German, Spanish, and Mandarin. Spanish and French instruction spans from Nursery to Year 6. In Middle and High School, st...
South Loop is academically non-selective, because we believe no one has a limit to their potential or ability. When considering applicants, we look...
South Loop implements Nord Anglia Education’s “Be Ambitious” approach to teaching. We are committed to developing children’s minds and relationship...
South Loop is an inclusive school. We understand not all children find it easy to learn. That’s why our Learning Support department provides target...
Our families come from all around Chicago, including South Loop, West Loop, Lincoln Park, Gold Coast, Wicker Park, and Pilsen. We offer a bus from...
South Loop encourages every parent to take an active role in school life and events. We offer Parent Representative roles to focus on building rela...
South Loop stays in touch with parents through an array of mediums:• face-to-face conversations, either at formally planned Parent Consultations or...
The cafeteria is run by Quest Foods Management Services, who adhere to only the highest standards of food hygiene and preparation. Students may cho...
The IB curriculum teaches students to research, write, analyze, and think critically. Skills that will be invaluable for college. And the language program is phenomenal. One of the greatest assets of the school is the administration and the teachers. The teachers are so invested in the students.
BISC-SL offers a personalized and international approach to learning for students aged 3-18 years, developing lifelong learners and problem-solvers who are prepared for college and beyond in our vibrant, inclusive, and diverse community representing 40+ countries. Our teachers are highly skilled in personalized learning strategies, so students are always engaged and inspired. As they progress through the school, students build upon their foundations of learning, consolidating and applying knowledge. They graduate with the IB Diploma, one of the most prestigious High School degrees in the world.
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BISC-SL is a smaller school but that I feel is such an asset. From the small class sizes to the teachers being able to truly get to know the students. The smaller community of BISC-SL makes the large city of Chicago feel a little smaller and a family of sorts exists at BISC-SL.
We welcome families to join us at one of our Open Houses showcasing the British International School of Chicago, South Loop. Spaces are still available from Pre-School (3 years) through High School. Enjoy school tours, presentations, ask questions and explore all that we have to offer your child.
The diversity is also super great and the school embraces different cultures. It's like a big family and everybody is so welcomed.
BISC Southloop is an incredible school. It exceeds our expectations 200%. My son started at Nursery and we have been here for two years. My son has developed significantly over the past two years. He can do a lot of readings by himself with phonic and he is confident and happy every day! We all LOVE this school. Teachers care a lot about the students. They are professional, communicative, and caring. The leaders of the school are also doing an excellent job on communication and administration. Their response to distance learning during COVID 19 last year has been seamless and very impressive.