Talcott

Dual Language
Fine & Performing Arts
Museum Academy

Reggio-Inspired Early Learning Program

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Where Creativity, Culture & Wellness
Come Together

At Talcott, we don’t just teach students — we inspire them to explore, express, and grow into confident, compassionate, and curious lifelong learners. Nestled in Chicago’s vibrant West Town neighborhood, our PreK–8th grade school combines the power of bilingual education, fine and performing arts, and museum-based learning to create a one-of-a-kind learning experience.

Full-Day Pre-K

Full Day Pre-K, 5 days a week, school-based program

Dual Language

80/20 model with a focus on Spanish Language Instruction

Fine & Performing Arts

Nurture creative expression, confidence, and deeper learning across every subject

Museum Academy

Learn and experience partnerships with Chicago’s rich museum community

Talcott Art STudent

Learning Through

Art, Culture & Expression

BERJAYA

As a Fine and Performing Arts Magnet School, Talcott integrates music, visual art, dance, and drama into everyday learning. Whether illustrating a story, performing in a bilingual play, or composing original music, students use the arts to build voice, deepen understanding, and ignite joy in their education.

Rooted in Community

Focused on the Future

BERJAYA

Talcott is more than a school — it's a community of learners, families, educators, and partners working together to nurture equity, creativity, and academic excellence. From family events to community collaborations, we grow stronger together.

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A Museum Academy

With Real-World Reach

Our designation as a Museum Magnet School opens doors to immersive, hands-on learning that connects classrooms to Chicago’s world-class cultural institutions. Field experiences, community partnerships, and project-based learning bring history, science, and creativity to life — making education tangible, relevant, and exciting.

Elva Bahena

At Talcott

We Are Building Something Powerful

At Talcott, we are building something powerful — a place where language, art, and community shape a learning experience that honors every child’s potential. We believe in education that reflects who our students are and prepares them for who they can become.

- Elva Bahena, Principal

Elva Bahena

At Talcott

We Are Building Something Powerful

At Talcott, we are building something powerful — a place where language, art, and community shape a learning experience that honors every child’s potential. We believe in education that reflects who our students are and prepares them for who they can become.

- Elva Bahena, Principal