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Near The Pier Development Center

540 N Lake Shore Dr Ste 2
Chicago, IL 60611
Near The Pier Development Center in Chicago, IL, serves 51 students in pre鈥搆indergarten and kindergarten within a nonsectarian early childhood program.
The school operates in a city community (Streeterville neighborhood) and maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 51:1 with one teacher.
The program is a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children, reflecting participation in recognized early learning standards.
Approximately 70% of students represent students of color, indicating racial and ethnic diversity within the enrollment.
The center provides coeducational early childhood care and education in a city鈥揵ased setting near other private early learning programs in downtown Chicago.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 51 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
51 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
70%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Near The Pier Development Center Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Near The Pier Development Center?
The application deadline for Near The Pier Development Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Near The Pier Development Center located?
Near The Pier Development Center is located in the Streeterville neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other private schools located in Streeterville.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 51 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Chicago, IL is $13,817 for elementary schools and $19,279 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Chicago, IL is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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