Admissions
Since 1971, Schaumburg Christian School has been teaching and training young people in the greater Chicago area. Our commitment to excellence has allowed us to make a difference in the lives of thousands of families.
How to Enroll
To enroll your child in SCS schedule an appointment to attend the next Parent Information Meeting or an appointment to meet with one of the school administrators. Then submit the following forms:
- Completed application, (Applications for admission to Schaumburg Christian School are only available after attending a Parent Information Meeting or after a meeting with one of the school administrators.)
- Signed Statement of Cooperation
- Application Fee (non-refundable)
- Copies of previous school(s) records including all educational and diagnostic testing, transcripts (for 8th–12th grades), and report cards (from the last two years) are to be submitted (not applicable for Pre-Kindergarten students), or submission of a completed Release of Records Form so that the student's records from the previous school can be requested.
- Copy of the student's birth certificate or passport
- Meet School Health Requirements
General Admissions Information
- Students are tentatively accepted at Schaumburg Christian School after a successful meeting with the administration or after attending a Parent Information Meeting.
- Final acceptance is contingent upon a review of the permanent records of the student's previous schooling and the results of any necessary testing. The school administration assumes the final responsibility for the grade placement of any student.
- All families are required to sign a Statement of Cooperation. No student will be admitted or allowed to remain in Schaumburg Christian School who does not agree to cooperate with the overall purpose and program.
- All new students are admitted on a nine-week probationary standing. Once the student demonstrates Christian character, academic competence, and self-discipline, the probationary standing will be dropped.
To view admissions information for a specific grade level, select it below.
Three-Year Preschool Program
Students entering the three-year preschool program must:
- be fully potty trained,
- have turned three by November 1, and
- meet all required health requirements
Four-Year Preschool Program
Students entering the four-year preschool program must:
- must be the appropriate age on or before November 1, and
- meet all required health requirements
Kindergarten Program
Students entering the kindergarten program must:
- must be the appropriate age on or before November 1, and
- meet all required health requirement
Elementary Program
Students entering the elementary program must:
- meet all required health requirements
Junior High and High School Program
Junior and Senior High Students must:
- have accepted Jesus Christ as their personal Savior
- agree not to listen to rock music of any kind both at and away from school
- agree to exclusively attend Sunday School and church services each week at a Bible-preaching church that practices water baptism by immersion.
- meet all required health requirements.
Tuition and Fees
Schaumburg Christian School receives its income from tuition and fees and does not receive any income from state or federal funds. Parents are asked to pay their tuition and fees when due. Records will not be processed and report cards will be withheld until all bills are paid in full. Delinquent payments may be cause for suspension or dismissal. Students with delinquent accounts will not be allowed to participate in semester exams, final exams, graduation exercises, or any extra-curricular activities.
If a student attends one day or more of school during any month, the full month's tuition will be owed. Students who are suspended, expelled, or withdrawn from school will receive no refund for the portion of the month they did not attend
For your convenience school payments can be set up to be paid automatically from a checking account or a credit or debit card account.
View: Tuition and Fee Schedule
Financial Assistance and Scholarship
Schaumburg Christian School is committed to helping families that may not be able to afford the entire yearly tuition by offering financial assistance to qualifying families. These scholarships cover a portion of the monthly tuition and are available on a limited basis. If you find the need to apply for financial assistance, please note the following:
Parents may apply through the Business Office by completing the Daniel Mark Scholarship Application Form. Financial assistance applications are to be submitted to the school office. A completed Tax Return must accompany your completed financial assistance application.
Financial assistance applications will not be processed if the applicant has a delinquent balance from the previous year.
Any questions regarding the financial assistance application process can be directed to Tammy Herstad (), Accounts Manager, at (847) 885-3230, Ext. 3024.
Financial Frequently Asked Questions
Our goal at Schaumburg Christian School is to provide a quality education in a Christian environment at an affordable price. Please help us continue this tradition by adhering to the established financial guidelines. If you have any questions, you may call the Business Office at any time.
Regarding My School Bill
When is my school bill due?
The school bill is due on the first of the month. Any payment postmarked after the 5th (fifth) will incur a $20.00 late fee.
If I elect to withdraw my child from school during the month, how will I be billed?
If a student is withdrawn voluntarily or is requested to withdraw by the administration, tuition and child care plan fees will not be pro-rated. No refunds are given for registration and curriculum fees.
If our family chooses to go on a lengthy vacation, can I receive credit for my tuition and childcare?
No financial adjustments are made for absences due to a family vacation. During the month of the vacation, the current child care plan may be terminated for the entire month, if that is your choice, and you may opt for the "as needed" child care plan. The "as needed" plan will be billed at the current hourly rate. Any child care changes must be submitted before the 1st (first) of the month in which the vacation will take place using an Information Update form. A $30.00 change fee will be assessed changing to the new plan. You may pick up the Information Update Form in the school office.
What methods can I use to pay my school bill?
You can pay your school bill through on-line banking, automatic checking deduction, via credit card (Visa, Master Card, Discover), or by cash or check.
Can I pay my school bill via on-line banking?
Yes, payments can be made via on-line banking. Please ensure that the following address is being used to submit your payment:
Schaumburg Christian School, PO Box 95289, Palatine, IL 60095-0289.
Can I pay my school bill via an automatic checking deduction?
Yes, automatic payment eliminates checks and fees because your school bill is paid right from your checking account by electronic transfer. To enroll, you may pick up a form in the school office or download the Automatic Payment Plan Form now and submit the completed form to the Business Office.
Can I mail my school payment?
Yes, school payments can be mailed. All payments should be sent to the following address:
Schaumburg Christian School
PO Box 95289
Palatine, IL 60095-0289
Payments may not be dropped off at the school office.
When mailing payments to the address on the statement, please DO NOT include correspondence or forms with the payment as these will not be seen by the business or school offices.
My child is in the Child Care Program. Who can I speak to if I have questions?
Please review the Child Care portion of this web site for information and details regarding the various child care plans.
I am interested in the first grade lunch program but my child is on a special diet or is a vegetarian. What can I do?
Because we are a Christian school, we are not granted federal funding to support an extended lunch program. Therefore, we do not provide foods for special diets or vegetarians. If your child is signed up for the lunch program, please carefully read the lunch menu for that month and determine if it is suitable for your child. If it is not, your child will need to bring a lunch from home. This program is not recommended for children with special dietary requirements, vegetarians, or food allergies.
View the 1st Grade Lunch Menu.
My child has a food allergy. What do I do?
If your child has a specific food allergy, please complete a Food Allergy Action Plan so that the staff will know how to react in the event of an allergic reaction. Also, please inform your child's teacher of the allergy.
Regarding the Billing of My Child's Music Lessons
When will I be billed for the music lessons?
Music lessons are billed September through May.
What happens if I cancel my child's music lessons in the middle of the month?
Music lessons may be cancelled at any time during the month. However, you will be charged for the entire month.