Archdiocese of Chicago · Preschool through Grade 8
Students smiling together on the St. Gerald playground
Now Enrolling · Preschool through Grade 8

A place where faith, learning, and belonging grow together.

At St. Gerald, children grow into confident learners and kind, faith-filled people, surrounded by a caring community. Come see it for yourself.

Welcome to St. Gerald

Choosing a school is choosing a community for your child.

Thank you for considering St. Gerald Catholic School. When you walk through our doors, you'll notice it right away — teachers who know every student by name, classrooms where curiosity is celebrated, and a shared faith that shapes how we treat one another.

We'd love to welcome your family. The best way to know if St. Gerald is right for you is to visit. Come take a tour, meet our teachers, and see our students in action.

Dr. Anthony Pape

Principal, St. Gerald Catholic School

Principal Dr. Anthony Pape with students in a classroom

Est. 1929

Rooted in our parish, focused on your child's future.

In Their Words

What St. Gerald families say

Caring teachers, family oriented environment, and my daughter is thriving! Love St. Gerald School!
St. Gerald parent
When we moved to Oak Lawn, we had our sights on St Gerald School for Preschool for our daughter. With it being our first child, we were very nervous and sad to be leaving her as any new parent would be. The teachers changed that for us within the first week. … We saw her excel in the Preschool Program and came out so prepared for Kindergarten.
St. Gerald preschool parent
I cannot say enough positive things about St. Gerald School and the Pre-K 3 class! … Her deeper understanding of God, prayer, and the Catholic faith are shown through her prayers and songs she shares with us at home. … We are blessed to have found such an amazing community in which to raise our children and look forward to many years as part of the St. Gerald’s family.
St. Gerald preschool parent
Why Families Choose Us

An education that forms the whole child

Starting with preschool? See our Early Childhood Program →

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News & Gerald Gazette

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  • Gerald Gazette

    The Gerald Gazette: August 18, 2026

    Welcome back and our 2026–27 theme, “One Faith, One Family, One Mission,” plus upcoming dates, dress code, the tardy policy, clubs and Manna hours.

Ready to see St. Gerald in person?

A tour takes about 30 minutes — and it's the best way to know if we're the right home for your child. We'd love to meet you.