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Founded in 1989, FXW has become one of the most sought-after schools in the city with two beautiful campuses. Old St. Patrick’s Campus (OSP) is located in the West Loop. Nearly 500 students in Preschool through Grade 3 begin their FXW journey at OSP. Holy Name Cathedral Campus (HNC) is located in the heart of downtown with more than 400 students in Grades 4-8.
Admission
When finding the right school for your child, it is important to believe in the School’s mission and feel comfortable with its “way of life.” During the admission process, The Frances Xavier Warde School seeks to provide prospective families with a clear picture of our School’s culture.
Academics
The Frances Xavier Warde School strives to maintain the expectation of academic excellence and a value-oriented education for all students through our curriculum, trainings provided for all faculty and staff, and various programming and events we offer to our community.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The Frances Xavier Warde School has a deep commitment to building a school community that truly is inclusive in perspective, diverse in composition, contemplative of our world, and self-reflective of our thoughts, words, and actions. Our goal is to be a community where all members are genuinely valued, included, and respected.
Student Life
From athletics to fine arts, students compete and participate in activities that nurture and expand their personal interests. Our commitment to each child’s well-being is fulfilled when their mind, body and spirit work together.
Support
The Frances Xavier Warde School uses a rigorous curriculum that enables all its students to grow, clarify their values, and develop decision-making skills and a sense of responsibility for themselves and the world they will inherit. As a keystone of its diverse community, The School provides need-based scholarships to 30 percent of its students.

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EXPERIENCE FXW!

Prospective Preschool & Kindergarten families, join us for a family-friendly event to learn more about and experience FXW!

Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025

Time: 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. 
Location: Old St. Patrick’s Campus, 120 S. Desplaines St.

This morning event is designed for families so bring along your little one & check out FXW! Event details will be shared with registered attendees as the date draws nearer.

CLICK HERE to register.

OLD ST. PATRICK’S CAMPUS (OSP)
Preschool – Grade 3
120 S. Desplaines St. | Chicago, IL 60661
p: 312-466-0700 | f: 312-466-0711

HOLY NAME CATHEDRAL CAMPUS (HNC)
Grades 4-8
751 N. State St. | Chicago, IL 60654
p: 312-466-0700 | f: 312-337-7180

The Frances Xavier Warde School | Preschool - Grade 8 | Chicago, IL | Non-Discrimination Policy
The Frances Xavier Warde School is a nonprofit, tax-exempt charitable organization. Donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law, EIN #27-0259853