Application Process

St. John's Application Process

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​Thank you for your interest in applying to St. John's Lutheran School's PreK-3 through 8th grade programs! Our small class sizes, loving teachers, and faith-based curriculum help create a safe and welcoming environment for each child to succeed. Please review and complete the check-list(s) below to be eligible for enrollment. As a part of the admissions process, all families must attend an open house or take a tour of the school. Please contact marketing@stjohnschicago.org with any questions!

Early Childhood Admissions Check-List:

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​Students applying to our PreK-3 program must be three-years-old by September 1st, students applying to our PreK-4 program must be four-years-old by September 1st, and students applying to our Kindergarten program must be five-years-old by September 1st.
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• All students must be toilet-trained by the date of enrollment (a child wearing pull-ups is not considered toilet-trained)
• Attend an open house or arrange for a private tour of the school
• After visiting the school, you will be provided with the link to the online application  
  • Pay the $55 non-refundable application fee
  • If the child has an IEP or 504 plan in place, a copy of the plan must be uploaded along with the application 
  • If applicable, submit a financial aid application 
  • Once accepted, pay the $55 non-refundable enrollment fee
• You are highly encouraged to attend a summer playdate along with your child to meet the teachers and other school families!

​Grades 1-8 Admissions Check-List:

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• Attend an open house or arrange for a private tour of the school
• After visiting the school, you will be provided with the link to the online application  
  • Pay the $55 non-refundable application fee
  • Upload the student's most recent report card and test scores
  • If the child has an IEP or 504 plan in place, a copy of the plan must be uploaded along with the application
  • If applicable, submit a financial aid application 
  • Once accepted, pay the $55 non-refundable application fee
• You are highly encouraged to schedule a shadow day for your child!

Please contact our Admissions and Marketing Coordinator, Amanda Hays, with any questions at marketing@stjohnschicago.org!