There is no guarantee with CPS program. They have 4 tiers for various socioeconomic areas of the city so all kids have the opportunity. As much as I see this is much needed, my kid would stand out and possibly not see the challenge he needs from the program until high school. There are some high schools that are very selective and not listed (Northside Prep comes to mind).
I would absolutely check out Barrington but don't dismiss Schaumburg either. The magnet program is an awesome program.
[quote=puffin]In the suburb would you have access to museums, enrichment clubs etc? Bei.g able to get plenty of fresh air and exercise is a big advantage. From what i have read of gifted schools on this forum i would probably choose where i wanted to live first. I have also found that schools like workplaces can change completely overnight and can't really be counted on. Neighbourhoods change too but not usually so quickly and dramatically.]
The big museums are in the city. Plenty of culture in the burbs though!
