Top Private School Events in Illinois

Find private school fairs, open houses and other events in your area. You can also learn more about them, how they work, and how they can help you research schools.

Top Illinois open-houses (2025) are listed below

Thu., November 04, 2021 - Thu., February 26, 2026  - Rockford, IL

Open House
Rockford Lutheran School
3411 N Alpine Road, Rockford, IL 61114
9:00am (CDT) (11/04) - 1:00am (CDT) (02/26)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Julie Behmer, (815) 877-9551 Ext. 158, jbehmer@rockfordlutheran.org

Join us at one of our weekly Open Houses for prospective students and their families. Junior - Senior High has Open House every Thursday. Our Open House will provide your family with the opportunity to discover how Rockford Lutheran will help your child excel at Academics, Arts, Athletics and many Activities. Your student will grow in a Christ-Centered environment and have the opportunity to receive college credit through our Dual Credit program in 11th and 12th grade. Reservations for our weekly Open Houses are not required but suggested. We look forward to showing your family Rockford Lutheran! Schedule an Open House tour today by calling 815-877-9551 ext. 158. Tours are available M-F.

Sun., March 02, 2025 - Sat., May 31, 2025  - Chicago, IL

Open House
Ravenswood Christian School
4437 N Seeley Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
6:00pm (CST) (03/02) - 8:00pm (CST) (05/31)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Kathy Carter, (773) 561-6576, kcarter@ravenswoodbaptist.org

We invite you to our Open Houses on January 29, March 2, March 18, and May 15 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. We are located at 4437 N. Seeley Ave., Chicago, IL 606225, and have a parking lot between Seeley Ave. and Damen Ave., off Sunnyside Ave. Our school offers Preschool through 12th grade. Our mission is to build Christ-like character in our students. We provide a safe place for children to learn, focusing on individual student development. We strive to achieve academic excellence through researched teaching methods to prepare our students to meet the challenges of today. Below is a link to our Open Houses. https://ravenswoodchristian.org/home/open-houses/

Wed., March 26, 2025  - Chicago, IL

Open House
St. Matthias School
4910 N Claremont Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
8:15am (CDT) - 9:30am (CDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Jill Hotek, (773) 784-0999 Ext. 1004, Jill.Hotek@stmatthiasschool.org

Join us for an Open House. Tour our school, meet our teachers and staff, and hear from our current students.

Sun., April 06, 2025  - Tinley Park, IL

Open House
Trinity Lutheran School
6850 W.159th Street, Tinley Park, IL 60477
11:00am (CDT) - 2:00pm (CDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Victoria West, (708) 532-3529 Ext. 225, admissions@tlcs.org

Trinity Lutheran School in Tinley Park, Illinois will be hosting an Open House on Sunday, April 6th from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Trinity Lutheran School is Nationally Accredited and State Recognized, educating children from 3 year old preschool through 8th grade. You are invited to visit Trinity on April 6th and witness Christian education in action! Trinity Lutheran School is located at 6850 W. 159th Street, Tinley Park. Website: school.tlcs.org Contact: Admissions Director, Victoria West at 708-532-3529 x 225 Please sign up for your time today! Registration is REQUIRED by contacting the school office at school@tlcs.org or Victoria West at admissions@tlcs.org so that we do not exceed the attendance maximum. Drop-ins will not be able to attend. To uphold safety measures, Covid-19 guidelines will be followed and all guests are required to wear a mask and respect social distancing requirements.

Mon., April 07, 2025  - Chicago, IL

Open House
Gateway Montessori School
4041 N. Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60641
4:00pm (CDT) - 5:30pm (CDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information:

Our "First Monday" tours take place on the first Monday of the month at 4:00pm. Meet the teachers, see the classrooms and get your questions answered. Email the office@gatewaymontessorischool.org to get your family's name on the visitor list.

Tue., April 08, 2025  - CHICAGO, United States

Open House
St. Clement School
2524 N Orchard, CHICAGO, IL 60614
8:45am (CDT) - 10:00am (CDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Noreen Valle, (773) 348-8212, nvalle@stclementschool.org

Saint Clement School invites you to an Admissions Coffee. Join us to hear from parents, students, and faculty members as they share their experiences about our school. You will also have the opportunity to take a tour with a parent and student guide during a school day to get a real feel for the Saint Clement School environment.Reservations are required. We hope to see you there!

Tue., April 08, 2025  - Virtual, IL

Open House
Hyde Park Day School - Chicago campus
Virtual, Virtual, IL 00000
5:30pm (CDT) - 6:30pm (CDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information:

HPDS would like to invite you to our Virtual Open House! Virtual Open Houses will be held at least once monthly during the academic year so that prospective parents or other interested parties may gain a better understanding of our mission. These events include a comprehensive presentation about the program and time for questions and answers. Because the event is virtual, we request that you make a reservation using our online form. You can do this, view a virtual tour of the school, and learn more about our open house events at our website. We hope to see you soon! https://hydeparkday.org/open-houses/

Wed., April 09, 2025  - Chicago, IL

Open House
St. Matthias School
4910 N Claremont Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
8:15am (CDT) - 9:30am (CDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Jill Hotek, (773) 784-0999 Ext. 1004, Jill.Hotek@stmatthiasschool.org

Join us for an Open House. Tour our school, meet our teachers and staff, and hear from our current students.

Thu., April 10, 2025  - Naperville, IL

Open House
Covenant Classical School
1571 Oswego Rd, Naperville, IL 60540
7:00pm (CDT) - 8:00pm (CDT)

RSVP needed: No
Further information: Covenant Classical School, (630) 983-7500, office@covenantclassicalschool.org

Come discover our extraordinary curriculum and community! We invite you to attend an Open House for prospective students and their families. Come meet and interact with our teachers and administrators, ask questions, hear a parent's perspective, and take a tour of our school. Call 630-983-7500 to RSVP.

Tue., April 15, 2025  - Downers Grove, IL

Open House
The Avery Coonley School
1400 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
8:45am (CDT) - 10:15am (CDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Zoe Johnson, (630) 353-7214, admission@averycoonley.org

School Tour - Preschool. Join us! This is an opportunity for interested families to tour our school and learn more about our Preschool program which starts at age 3 and offers full-day and half-day options. Led by current Avery Coonley parents, you will visit various classrooms and see teachers and students in action. In addition, you will have the opportunity to participate in a Q & A session with an admission professional. Tours are intended for parents/guardians only. To register, go to www.averycoonley.org/admission/visit

Tue., April 15, 2025  - West Chicago, IL

Open House
Wheaton Academy
900 Prince Crossing Rd, West Chicago, IL 60185
6:30pm (CDT) - 8:30pm (CDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information:

Join us for our Co-Curricular Expo April 15 for an evening filled with adventure! Experience the many ways you can be involved from center stage to mid-field. Meet teachers, talk with other students who have your same interests, hear from coaches, and learn about the latest scholastic or academic club that takes your hobbies or interests to the next level. In the Co-Curricular Exhibit Hall, you will see demonstrations and find activities in which you can participate. Bring the whole family! Register: https://wheatonacademy.org/admissions/visit/ccexpo/

Thu., April 24, 2025  - Virtual, IL

Open House
Hyde Park Day School - Chicago campus
Virtual, Virtual, IL 00000
5:30pm (CDT) - 6:30pm (CDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information:

HPDS would like to invite you to our Virtual Open House! Virtual Open Houses will be held at least once monthly during the academic year so that prospective parents or other interested parties may gain a better understanding of our mission. These events include a comprehensive presentation about the program and time for questions and answers. Because the event is virtual, we request that you make a reservation using our online form. You can do this, view a virtual tour of the school, and learn more about our open house events at our website. We hope to see you soon! https://hydeparkday.org/open-houses/

Mon., May 05, 2025  - Chicago, IL

Open House
Gateway Montessori School
4041 N. Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60641
4:00pm (CDT) - 5:30pm (CDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information:

Our "First Monday" tours take place on the first Monday of the month at 4:00pm. Meet the teachers, see the classrooms and get your questions answered. Email the office@gatewaymontessorischool.org to get your family's name on the visitor list.

Tue., May 06, 2025  - Downers Grove, IL

Open House
The Avery Coonley School
1400 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
8:45am (CDT) - 10:15am (CDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Zoe Johnson, (630) 353-7214, admission@averycoonley.org

School Tour - Preschool. Join us! This is an opportunity for interested families to tour our school and learn more about our Preschool program which starts at age 3 and offers full-day and half-day options. Led by current Avery Coonley parents, you will visit various classrooms and see teachers and students in action. In addition, you will have the opportunity to participate in a Q & A session with an admission professional. Tours are intended for parents/guardians only. To register, go to www.averycoonley.org/admission/visit

Tue., May 06, 2025  - Virtual, IL

Open House
Hyde Park Day School - Chicago campus
Virtual, Virtual, IL 00000
5:30pm (CDT) - 6:30pm (CDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information:

HPDS would like to invite you to our Virtual Open House! Virtual Open Houses will be held at least once monthly during the academic year so that prospective parents or other interested parties may gain a better understanding of our mission. These events include a comprehensive presentation about the program and time for questions and answers. Because the event is virtual, we request that you make a reservation using our online form. You can do this, view a virtual tour of the school, and learn more about our open house events at our website. We hope to see you soon! https://hydeparkday.org/open-houses/

Wed., May 14, 2025  - Chicago, IL

Open House
St. Matthias School
4910 N Claremont Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
8:15am (CDT) - 9:30am (CDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Jill Hotek, (773) 784-0999 Ext. 1004, Jill.Hotek@stmatthiasschool.org

Join us for an Open House. Tour our building, meet our teachers and staff, and hear from our students.

Thu., May 15, 2025  - Chicago, IL

Open House
Chicago West Side Christian School
1240 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60623
6:00pm (CDT) - 7:00pm (CDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Janese Meyer, (773) 542-0663 Ext. 115, janesemeyer@cwscs.org

The Office of Admission cordially invites you to attend an Open House for prospective students and their families. This Open House will provide an opportunity to meet and interact with teachers, administrators, and students, as well as tour our campus. Reservations are required. We hope to see you there!

Thu., May 22, 2025  - Virtual, IL

Open House
Hyde Park Day School - Chicago campus
Virtual, Virtual, IL 00000
12:00pm (CDT) - 1:00pm (CDT)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information:

HPDS would like to invite you to our Virtual Open House! Virtual Open Houses will be held at least once monthly during the academic year so that prospective parents or other interested parties may gain a better understanding of our mission. These events include a comprehensive presentation about the program and time for questions and answers. Because the event is virtual, we request that you make a reservation using our online form. You can do this, view a virtual tour of the school, and learn more about our open house events at our website. We hope to see you soon! https://hydeparkday.org/open-houses/

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