Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago
I don’t want to send my child to a bad school but I want to live in the city centre. I’m afraid private school will cost too much. What should I do?
Many schools in Chicago are great, just do some research and find the best ones and try to enrol your child into them. You may be surprised at how much parents can influence schools. There are also programs and public schools for gifted students, many of these are among the very best schools in Chicago. Also, many private schools will help with financial aid or scholarships.
It’s the 'Windy City', but is it really that windy? Is it going to be cold?
Sure is! Winter gets downright freezing but, to make up for it, summer gets scorching hot. People seem to prefer the spring and autumn for milder climates. For all its reputation as a windy city, the winds are not too bad. It does stay breezy next to Lake Michigan though.
Am I going to need a car?
Probably - it will be a pain to not have one, but not imperative. There are great commuter rails from the suburbs to the city centre, and a good subway line in town. But Chicago is a huge city and cars are still the easiest way to get around. Parking downtown can be difficult though. Many people drive to the commuter trains.
Many schools in Chicago are great, just do some research and find the best ones and try to enrol your child into them. You may be surprised at how much parents can influence schools. There are also programs and public schools for gifted students, many of these are among the very best schools in Chicago. Also, many private schools will help with financial aid or scholarships.
It’s the 'Windy City', but is it really that windy? Is it going to be cold?
Sure is! Winter gets downright freezing but, to make up for it, summer gets scorching hot. People seem to prefer the spring and autumn for milder climates. For all its reputation as a windy city, the winds are not too bad. It does stay breezy next to Lake Michigan though.
Am I going to need a car?
Probably - it will be a pain to not have one, but not imperative. There are great commuter rails from the suburbs to the city centre, and a good subway line in town. But Chicago is a huge city and cars are still the easiest way to get around. Parking downtown can be difficult though. Many people drive to the commuter trains.
