Bennett Day School
Website: https://bennettday.orgLocation: 955 W. Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60642 School Type: Private Grades Served: PreK-12
School Profile
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition | $22,050 - $37,850 (varies by source and grade) |
| Enrollment | ~406 |
| Endowment / Total Funding | Backed by Code Family Foundation, Wintrust, Chicago ArchAngels, Chicago Capital Partners (specific amounts not found) |
| Notable Donors / Investors | Code Family Foundation, Wintrust, Chicago ArchAngels, Chicago Capital Partners |
Why They Stand Out for Tech Innovation
Pioneering progressive, innovation-focused K-12 education with embedded Bennett Labs for student-led app/game creation, tinkering labs, university research partnerships, and emphasis on creativity, design-thinking, and future-ready skills like coding and engineering from PreK; backed by venture investors; no traditional grades, competency-based.
Technology and Innovation Programs
Bennett Labs (learning innovation lab for app building, game design, project-based learning, design-thinking, competency-based assessment); real-world internships, digital portfolios
Maker Spaces and Innovation Labs
Early Childhood Tinkering and Engineering Sciences Lab; Bennett Labs facilities
AI, Robotics, and Computer Science
App development and coding (e.g., kaleidoscope app with scripting, Unity App Store); robotics classes offered; engineering and tinkering; no specific AI programs noted
Key Partnerships
Northwestern University (lab school partnership, TIDAL lab, learning scientists); Osmo (Tangible Play Inc.), Unity
Leadership and Contacts
| Role | Name / Contact |
|---|---|
| Head of School / CEO | Jackie Miller |
| Technology / Innovation Director | Kelly Page (former Director of Bennett Labs) |
| Admissions Email | admissions@bennettday.org |
| Main Phone | (312) 236-6388 |
Sources
Bennett Day School, Niche, Private School Review, Admission.org, Northwestern Partnership, Bennett Labs Projects, LinkedIn People Search, LinkedIn Head Search