Our Mission Statement

Next Generation School is an independent private school dedicated to providing students with a high quality educational experience in a vibrant and collaborative school community. We offer a nurturing and supportive learning environment that inspires curiosity and empowers children to seek personal excellence. Our goal is to foster a lifelong passion for learning, understanding, and participation in an ever-changing world. We are driven by the belief that we are preparing the leaders of tomorrow to lead their communities.

School Motto

Preparing the leaders of tomorrow to have the curiosity to discover, the wisdom to learn, and the courage to lead.

Accreditation

Next Generation School is accredited by Middle States Association Commission on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS), a worldwide leader in accreditation and school improvement. For over 125 years, Middle States has been helping school leaders establish and reach their goals, develop strategic plans, promote staff development and advance student achievement.

History

Next Generation School was founded as a Preschool and Early Education program in 1996 by Ms. Barbara Sullivan. In 2005, the school expanded to include the Primary and Middle School programs.

Athletics

Next Generation Middle School is a member of the Illinois Elementary Sports Association (IESA).

Tuition Information

Tuition Rates for children 6 weeks to 2 years (beginning August 1, 2025)
- Infant (6 Weeks - 14 months) $410 per child/per week
- Toddler (15 months - 24 months) $400 per child/per week
- 2 Years (until age 3) $380 per child/per week
Payment Options
Weekly withdrawal from a checking account of family's choice.
Additional Annual Fees
$50 Continued Registration Fee (one child)
$60 Continued Registration Fee (two or more children)
Tuition Rates for children ages 3 to 5 years (beginning August 1, 2025)
$315 per child/per week
Payment Options
Weekly withdrawal from a checking account of family's choice.
Additional Annual Fees
$50 Continued Registration Fee (one child)
$60 Continued Registration Fee (two or more children)
2026-2027 Annual Tuition for Primary A through Primary F (Kindergarten through 5th Grade) $19,570
Payment Options
Families have the option to pay the annual tuition in one-time, semester, trimester, or monthly payments. This selection is made at the time of enrollment.
Additional Annual Fees
Blackbaud Tuition Managment Fee $56
Comprehensive Student Fee
- Primary A (K) & Primary B (1): $675
- Primary C (2) - Primary F (5): $695
Tuition and fees for the 2027-2028 School Year will be posted by November 2026.
2026-2027 Annual Tuition for Middle School A through Middle School C (6th through 8th Grade) $20,085
Payment Options
Families have the option to pay the annual tuition in one-time, semester, trimester, or monthly payments. This selection is made at the time of enrollment.
Additional Annual Fees
Blackbaud Tuition Managment Fee $56
Comprehensive Student Fee
- Middle School A - C (6 - 8): $755
Tuition and fees for the 2027-2028 School Year will be posted by November 2026.