THE SCHOOL |
Wheaton Christian Grammar School is an inter-denominational Christian school, educating students from kindergarten through eighth grade. Founded in 1942 by a group of parents, WCGS operates under the governance of the Wheaton Society for Christian Instruction, membership of which is open to any interested parents and friends who agree with the objectives of the Society. |
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| Under the authority of God and His word … WCGS exists to train and nurture children for godliness and excellence through academics, arts, athletics, and relationships with Christ and others. |
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| WCGS has full nonpublic school recognition from the Illinois State Board of Education, and is a charter member of the Association of Christian Schools International. |
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Mr. Steve Clum, Head of School |
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| Board of Directors’ policy sets the maximum number of students per class at 24, however, some exceptions exist due to past enrollment policies. K-8 enrollment for 2007-2008: 495 |
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| WCGS offers students the opportunity to explore their God-given gifts through its instrumental music program, choir, musical and dramatic productions, intramural and co-curricular athletics, and a wide variety of academic competitions. Students are challenged in their spiritual growth by visiting speakers, missionaries and musicians at chapels and assemblies. |
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| Every effort is made to employ the newest technologies available, aiding the faculty and staff in their daily tasks, and in the training of the students. The school has an excellent library, an up-to-date computer lab, computers in every classroom, and state of the art equipment for music and film. |
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WCGS students routinely test above state and national norms on standardized tests of achievement. Tests used to measure these accomplishments include the Stanford Achievement Test, administered each spring. |
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| The Kaleidoscope program, using the model developed by the National Institute for Learning Disabilities (NILD), offers an individualized program to help students who learn differently. Classroom teachers and educational therapists work together to ensure that these students work to their full potential. A full-time reading specialist is also available to assist those students in early elementary grades who experience difficulty in that area. |
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The Chicago area is rich in resources for educational field trips. Downtown highlights include the Chicago Symphony, the Museum of Science and Industry, the Field Museum, the Art Institute of Chicago, and the exhibits at the Chicago Historical Society. Local excursions provide opportunities to visit Graue Mill, Kline Creek Farm, the Billy Graham Center, and the Morton Arboretum, among many others. |
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Home to Wheaton College, numerous ministry organizations, an award-winning library and convenient access to all the amenities of a large metropolitan area, Wheaton offers a great place to live and raise a family in Chicago’s western suburbs. |
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"...I just want to say that your work, as teachers, is very important. I know that I have benefited from growing up under the tutelage of Christian teachers, such as yourselves... You are providing your students with the basic tools of understanding and the ability to combat this post-modern and individualistic society... we need strong, well-rooted Christians in this world, and WCGS is the perfect well-spring to get kids on the right path. I am blessed because of Servants like each of you!" 1st Lieutenant Steve Gieser |
During a recent visit to WCGS, 1st Lieutenant Steve Gieser spoke to 4th-6th grade students about the importance of 'putting on the armor of God.' |
