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CENTER FOR INQUIRY SCHOOL 27

A proud member of the Center for Inquiry network, nurturing globally-minded, socially responsible lifelong learners through the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework.

We are a part of the Indianapolis Public Schools community of schools serving grades K through 8.


Welcome to the Center for Inquiry School 27, a leading International Baccalaureate School in Indianapolis, committed to nurturing globally-minded, socially responsible learners. Established in 1993, CFI has grown to serve over 1,600 children across four campuses with innovative strategies like discussion, reading, writing, and collaborative projects.

Under the dynamic leadership of Principal Hilary Duvall, our school at 545 East 19th Street offers an enriched curriculum that focuses on local and global issues. We invite you to explore our Primary Years Programme (PYP) for grades K-5 and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for grades 6-8. Together, we’ll foster a love for learning, inquiry, and community service.

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Kindergarten students are learning about holiday traditions around the world 🌎 See MoreSee Less
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CFI 27 students and staff are Risk Takers! Go Tigers! 🐯> 5th grade students learn a new song and game with Ms. Warfield in music class. > 8th grade students prepare for a debate with Ms. Santiago in I&S class> 6th grade students jump into robot coding in Design class See MoreSee Less
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Notice: Today’s Vaccination Clinic is CANCELED due to lack of interest at this time. We will look at another possible date for second semester. See MoreSee Less
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8th grade families,Round 1 of the Enroll Indy lottery is upon us and will be open until January 24, 2024. In order for you to make the best decision about your child’s high school placement, several schools offer tours and shadows for prospective students. Please check out the links provided. Shadow days for your child are considered excused absences from CFI27 if your child brings a note from the school they visited.Purdue Polytechnic High SchoolHerron High SchoolHerron-Riverside High SchoolShortridge High SchoolArsenal Technical High SchoolIf you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out!Kelly Agee, CFI 27 IB Coordinatorageek@myips.org See MoreSee Less
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Join Us on Our Journey

At the Center for Inquiry School 27, we believe in preparing students to become active, compassionate, and lifelong learners who understand and respect various cultures. Through our curriculum, extracurricular activities, sports, and social-emotional learning approaches like the Responsive Classroom, we offer a rich and engaging environment that promotes social action and intellectual growth.

Join us as we embark on a journey to discover a world of inquiry, creativity, and compassion at CFI School 27. Together, we’ll shape the leaders of tomorrow, equipped with the skills and values to make a positive impact in the global community.