University Of Chicago - North Kenwood/Oakland Campus

The University of Chicago Charter School’s North Kenwood/Oakland (NKO) campus is a leading charter school in Chicago, Illinois, dedicated to academic excellence and character development. Located in the historic North Kenwood and Oakland neighborhoods, NKO serves students with a research-based curriculum designed to foster independent thinking and lifelong learning. With a whole-child approach, NKO emphasizes values like self-control, teamwork, integrity, and kindness while maintaining a culture of high academic achievement. The school offers rigorous, data-driven instruction, expert educators, and technology-infused classrooms. Early literacy is a priority, ensuring students become independent readers by third grade, while math instruction focuses on higher-order thinking skills. NKO provides full-day pre-kindergarten and extended school hours from August to June, offering a well-rounded education that prepares students for future success. Recognized for its excellence, NKO continues to be a pillar of quality education on Chicago’s South Side.