Wilmette IL co-ed private school Nursery-8 inclusive special ed IEPs developmental support $20,565 tuition
Baker Demonstration School is a progressive, nonsectarian private school in Wilmette, IL, founded in 1918, serving students from Nursery/Preschool through grade 8. With a co-ed enrollment of 209 students and an average class size of 18, the school champions an inclusive community celebrating individual, family, and cultural differences. The campus offers robust support for students with special needs, including Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), special education services, therapeutic support, and developmental assistance.
Academics emphasize active inquiry, research-based curriculum, and executive function cultivation to help students become lifelong learners. The school provides a structured yet flexible environment for collaborative learning across disciplines. Beyond academics, extensive extracurricular opportunities include sports like swimming and track, arts programs, and clubs such as Chess Wizards and Science Olympiad, designed to nurture the whole person.
Baker maintains a rigorous admissions process with a deadline of January 28 or March 14 and an acceptance rate of 80%. Tuition is listed at $20,565 for full-day Kindergarten, with financial aid available for 25% of students. For specific details on special needs accommodations, curriculum approaches, and enrollment, families are encouraged to contact the admissions office at (847) 425-5800 or visit their website.
At a Glance
GradesNursery/Preschool-8
Students209
Class Size18:1 ratio
Tuition$20,565
Fin. Aid25% receive aid
Est.1918
DeadlineJan. 28 / Mar. 14
Accreditation & Memberships
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS), Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools (LMAIS)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1918 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $20,565 |
| Tuition Notes | Full day Kindergarten tuition listed Full tuition schedule:, bakerdemschool.org |
| Total Students | 209 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 28 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 97 |
| Average Class Size | 18 |
| Grades Offered | Nursery/Preschool-8 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Igho Oraka |
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 28 / Mar. 14 |
| Acceptance Rate | 80 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 25 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $6,000 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 13 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Special EducationIndividualized Education ProgramsSpecial Needs SupportTherapeutic ServicesDevelopmental Support
Learning Programs Supported
Special EducationIndividualized Education ProgramsSpecial Needs SupportTherapeutic ServicesDevelopmental Support
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Matriculation DataView data
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Basketball · Dance · Flag Football · Soccer · Swimming · Track and Field |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Chess Wizards · CircEsteem · Einstein by Design · Kids Table · Mad Science · Mandarin · Mudlark Theatre · Play-Well Tek Engineering/Architecture · Science Olympiad · Tae Kwon do · Arts and Music Programs: · Actors Gym · Music · Recreational Athletic Programs: · Swimming · Water Polo · Zumba |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) · Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools (LMAIS) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | www.bakerdemschool.org/calendar |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer Program Cost | $550 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
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