University of Chicago Laboratory Schools
University of Chicago Laboratory Schools
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The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools are home to the youngest members of the University of Chicago’s academic community. At Lab, our mission is to ignite and nurture an enduring spirit of scholarship, curiosity, creativity, and confidence. Our Schools value learning experientially, exhibiting kindness, and honoring diversity. As a nationally recognized and award-winning school, Lab educates a diverse community of 2,200+ students from Nursery through Grade 12. In addition to a rich history of innovation and excellence, Lab is part of the world-renowned University of Chicago. Established in 1896 by legendary philosopher and educator John Dewey, Lab is the country’s first laboratory school. It is considered a pioneer in the progressive education movement and to this day—more than 125 years later—continues to provide a best-in-class learning curriculum.
