09/19/2026
At Woodlands Academy, the world truly becomes the classroom. 🌎
Located in Lake Forest, Illinois, Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart is a Catholic, independent, college preparatory day and boarding school for young women in grades 9 through 12. Rooted in the Sacred Heart tradition, the school focuses on developing the whole student through faith, intellectual growth, service, community, and personal growth.
Through its Center for Global Studies, students have opportunities to participate in international exchanges, immersive Global Odyssey experiences, language study, global service, and the Global Scholars Program. In fact, global education is part of the experience for every Woodlands student.
Students can also explore a rigorous college preparatory curriculum with AP, Honors, and multiple college prep course levels, all within an environment designed specifically for the education and development of young women.
For students coming from beyond the Chicago area, Woodlands offers a residential boarding program right on campus, creating a close knit community where students can live, learn, and grow together.
From academics and leadership to faith, friendships, and experiences around the world, Woodlands Academy prepares young women to step confidently into what comes next.