Thank you for your interest in Academy of Our Lady.
We are a Pre-Kindergarten through Eighth grade grammar school. Academy of Our Lady is recognized by the State of Illinois and approved by the Office of Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Chicago with membership in the National Catholic Education Association. Academy of Our Lady graduates have been awarded scholarships to top area high schools including St. Martin de Porres, Loyola Academy, Lake Forest Academy, Carmel, Woodlands Academy and St. Joseph in Kenosha, WI. We are a college-preparatory elementary school.
Academy of Our Lady offers a challenging curriculum in the areas of math, science, language arts and social studies. Religion is taught each day and Christian values stressed throughout the curriculum. A strong fine arts program is provided through art, music, and a yearly dramatic production. Physical education classes are offered weekly.
Academy of Our Lady has the latest in information technology to support student learning. Every classroom is wired for high speed data and video transmission. Most classrooms have a SmartBoard (interactive whiteboards) installed. There are "Net top" computers available for student use. The Condic Lab (named after Mr. Mark Condic, a long-time school benefactor) has 32 work stations where students learn and apply various authoring and publishing skills.
Extracurricular activities include volleyball, basketball as well as Student Council and Junior National Honor Society. Students participate in various clubs including Green Earth Club, Rosary Club and Drama Club.
Basic to our understanding of education is the concept of self-respect and self discipline. Students are taught to respect themselves and others, develop their own potential and make their own world a better place.
Free bus service is available to residents of Waukegan, North Chicago and Great Lakes.
Before and after school care is available through our TLC program from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
If you would like further information, or to arrange for a visit, please call the school at 847.623.4110 or 847.623.4070