Catholic school in Chicago serving students with learning differences and ADHD with individualized support and inclusive environment
Pope Francis Global Academy is a Catholic school in Chicago's Portage Park neighborhood that welcomes students with learning differences and ADHD. The school features a dedicated Resource/Special Education teacher who works directly with students experiencing mild to moderate learning differences. Each student's IEP or 504 plan is carefully reviewed during the admissions process to ensure the school can meet their individual needs.
With an average class size of 18 students, Pope Francis Global Academy provides a supportive and inclusive environment where students with special needs can thrive alongside their peers. The school integrates core Catholic education with individualized academic support, emphasizing spirituality, service, and achievement for all learners. Students benefit from a faith-centered community that values diversity and inclusion.
The school serves 209 students with 11 classroom teachers and offers a range of extracurricular activities including band, choir, musical theater, sports teams, and clubs. Tuition for K-8 is $6,940 annually, with multi-child discounts and financial aid available for about 30% of students. Families seeking a nurturing educational environment that supports learning differences are encouraged to contact the admissions team at (773) 736-8806.
At a Glance
GradesPrekindergarten-8
Students209
Class Size18:1 ratio
Tuition$6,940
Fin. Aid30% receive aid
Est.2016
DeadlineNone / Rolling
School Information
| Year Founded | 2016 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $6,940 |
| Tuition Notes | K-8 tuition is $6,940 with second, third and fourth child discounts. Pre-K tuition for 5 full days is $7,208. See website for 3 additional Pre-K options and family discounts. |
| Total Students | 209 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 11 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 27 |
| Average Class Size | 18 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-8 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Gigi Ybarra |
| Admissions Associate | Maria Teruel |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 30 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $1,000 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 57 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
Resource/SPED teacher onsite to work with students with various mild to moderate learning differences. A review of IEP or 504 plans will help us determine if we are a good fit for your student.
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Matriculation DataView data
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Basketball · Cheering · Cross Country · Soccer · Track and Field · Volleyball |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Altar Servers · Boy Scouts/Cub Scouts · Broadcaster Club · Chess · Engineering Club · Girl Scouts/Daisies/Brownies/Juniors/Cadettes · Rainbows · Student Council · Arts and Music Programs: · Band Program · Choir · Cooking Class · Musical Theater · Recreational Athletic Programs: · bitty basketball · bitty soccer · Martial arts class |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| Religious Affiliations | Catholic |
| School Calendar | static1.squarespace.com/static/569048870e4c1197d23a57ea/t/615b5fd31e2ff227a5d486fc/1633378259516/Tentative+calendar+revised+10-4-21.pdf |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer Program Cost | $950 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |