Why Choose St. Constance School?
Academics
Our rigorous curriculum is designed to challenge and support students, help them make discoveries, ask good questions, use technology wisely, and become more independent thinkers.
We are a Big Shoulders Fund Plus School
Recognized by the State of Illinois and the Archdiocese of Chicago for Academic Excellence
Many students earn placements in selective enrollment schools and competitive Catholic High Schools
Several types of scholarships are available for our students
Students consistently win regional and state science fair medals and handwriting awards
Title One Program is available for students who qualify
After-school enrichment is offered: Homework Help, Science Club, and more
Spanish, music, gym, art, and computer classes
Full and part-time preschool programs are available to fit your child’s needs
Faith
Christian values form the foundation of everything we do. Students share and celebrate their faith together and grow to become compassionate individuals who give from their heart.
Prayer is integrated into the classroom on a daily basis
Students attend mass once a week
A special school liturgy is planned by the students once a month
Students prepare for their sacraments together
Small Class Sizes
Our small class sizes create a sense of community in addition to offering several advantages.
The average ratio of students per teacher is 15:1
Teachers are able to work with each child to make sure they master the curriculum and feel comfortable with new skills
Students develop the confidence needed to succeed
Technology
Our classrooms are equipped with new Chromebooks and iPads that tie into whiteboard technology to enhance learning.
Students benefit from sets of classroom Chromebooks and tablets
Children are encouraged to use technology while learning
Each class works independently to master new technology as it tasks parallel to each grade level
Students have access to iReady, IXL, Digital Citizenship, and many other resources to use at home and in the classroom to boost achievement
Next Generation Science Standards
St. Constance students benefit from a science program that meets next generation science standards.
Students learn through experimentation, observation and inquiry-based analysis
Many students have won silver and gold medals at regional and statewide science fairs
Each classroom K-4 is equipped with Foss Science Kits for interactive learning
Upper division students benefit from our SEPUP Science program through our partnership with Loyola University