At the Montessori Academy of Chicago, we provide a foundation for academic and personal excellence and encourage the love of learning inherent in every student through participation and engagement.
Experienced, Montessori-certified teachers ensure each student’s success in a caring and structured environment.
The Montessori Academy Of Chicago curriculum is cosmic in nature -- an integrated, thematic approach that examines the physical universe, the world of nature, and the human experience.
Through its unique approach to education, the montessori curriculum develops a student¡¯s sense of community and love of learning driven by their innate desire to understand and explain the world around them.
In this approach at the Academy, we challenge students not only to master skills, but to regularly apply them in practical life as part of a larger whole.
As a result, our students attain proficiency in an astounding range of concepts in great depth.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked IL School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Montessori Academy Of Chicago ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
2007
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
430 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Current tuition schedule is available online: www.montessoriacademychicago.org
Admissions Director
Nina Pope
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Dance Lessons, Drama, Instrument Lessons, Language Lessons, Lego Engineering, Swimming, Yoga
Dance Lessons, Drama, Instrument Lessons, Language Lessons, Lego Engineering, Swimming, Yoga
School Notes
- The Montessori Academy of Chicago boasts the traditional Montessori Method with the belief that cognitive development is the product of interaction between the individual and the environment. We have a uniquely designed, activity based learning environment structured to meet your child's needs. We recognize that children learn and adapt differently and stress the importance of adapting the curriculum to a child’s developmental level. Our goal is to spark a child’s interest in learning, thereby helping them to become life-long learners. The academy strives to assist children in personal development, as well as educational development. We strongly believe that the community of the child, parent, and educator is the foundation of the school’s success.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montessori Academy Of Chicago's ranking?
Montessori Academy Of Chicago ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Montessori Academy Of Chicago?
The application deadline for Montessori Academy Of Chicago is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Montessori Academy Of Chicago located?
Montessori Academy Of Chicago is located in the West Loop neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other private schools located in West Loop.
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