To Prospective Families: 

Thank you for visiting Plato Academy's website. While we hope this site gives you a quick introduction to the school and its curriculum, we realize that there is no substitute for visiting our campus and experiencing part of the exciting school day.  We invite you to call 847.470.8500 to schedule a tour today. 

QUICK FACTS (that make Plato unique)

• Founded in 1952
• Student to Teacher ratio: 10:1
• Tuition: $5,500 yearly for 5-day ($3,500 yearly for 3-day pre-school)
• Tuition Discounts for multiple student enrollments from a single family:
                $500 discount for additional children.
• Full-day Pre-School and Kindergarten
• After and before school care available
• Hot lunch program (nutritious, home-cooked meals)
• In-depth exploration of thematic units of study for all ages
• Service learning integrated into curricula
• Modern Greek language instruction Pre-K through 8th grade
• Latin language instruction 4th through 8th grade
• Fine Arts Program: Modern Dance and Movement, Studio Art, Musical Experience Class, Theatre/Drama, Optional Band Program conducted by a professional musician
• Students are required to wear a uniform
• Constructivist learning environment
• Last year's graduates were admitted to St Ignatius College Prep, Loyola Academy, Regina Dominican, New Trier Honors program, Niles North Honors program
• Enrollment is open year-round for some grades

HISTORY & AIMS

Plato Academy, which was founded in 1952, is an independent school that actively engages children in their own learning and is responsive to every child’s developmental needs. The educational program at Plato Academy stems from the belief that children gain a more thorough understanding of a subject if they experience it holistically. Service learning lies at the core, providing a springboard for knowledge and skill acquisition for even the youngest of children.

FACULTY

Plato Academy emphasizes hands-on learning geared to each child’s developmental readiness. A glance around any of our classrooms is evidence of all the ingenuity and effort our teachers put into their work. Here, teachers are expected to be adaptable, flexible and creative since they must always be responsive to different learning styles. They are dedicated to supporting and challenging a child as an individual as well as a member of a group.

BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL

As an additional service to parents, children may arrive at school as early as 7:45 a.m. at no extra charge. At the end of the school day, they may stay in a reasonably priced after school program until 6:00 p.m. participating in arts-and-crafts activities, games, dramatic play and homework support.

GOVERNANCE

A Board of Directors governs Plato Academy. We also have a PTO that engages in creative activities that promote the philosophy of the school.

STUDENT BODY

At Plato Academy, we are committed to enrolling a community of learners that is socially, religiously, ethnically and economically diverse. The school offers partial scholarships to families in need.

GRADUATE PROFILES

Plato Academy has a 50-year tradition of achievement. The academic and personal success of our past graduates suggests that our future graduates will follow in the footsteps of the successful alumni before them.  

GENERAL INFORMATION 

   Location:  8535 Georgiana Avenue   Morton Grove, Illinois 60053

   Phone:  847.470.8500     Fax:  847.581.1020

   Email: mail@platoacademy.org      Web: www.platoacademy.org

   Administration:  Marian Koritsaris, M. Ed, Director

                              Venus Campaneli , Assistant to the Director