The curriculum at MSLF, based on Maria Montessori`s study of child development, is designed to maximize the development of children through prepared environments.
Montessori trained directors conduct carefully planned lessons that children then carry out independently and repeatedly.
Children are encouraged to build sensory-motor skills, socialization skills, high self-esteem, inner security, and abiding habits of concentration.
Great care goes into preparing and maintaining classroom materials that are beautiful and inviting, and serve as essential components of the curriculum.
Montessori pedagogy is over 100 years old and is practiced in nearly four thousand public and private schools in the United States, and throughout the world.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1966
Summer School Offered
Yes
Campus Size
6 acres
Student Body
Total Students
178 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
For full schedule of tuition rates for all programs, visit www.mslf.org
Admissions Director
Hope Allegretti
Admissions Associate
Teresa Pavelich
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Robotics Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Chess ClassPiano Lessons
Recreational Athletic Programs:
After School SportsCircus Club
School Notes
- School Mascot: Montessori Students
- We encourage you to see for yourself what a Montessori education can offer to you and your child. Please feel free to call us and schedule your visit.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Montessori School Of Lake Forest?
The application deadline for Montessori School Of Lake Forest is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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SCHOOL CLOSED - WINTER BREAK
December 24, 2025 (Wednesday)
SCHOOL CLOSED - WINTER BREAK
December 25, 2025 (Thursday)
SCHOOL CLOSED - WINTER BREAK
December 26, 2025 (Friday)
SCHOOL CLOSED - WINTER BREAK
December 29, 2025 (Monday)
SCHOOL CLOSED - WINTER BREAK
December 30, 2025 (Tuesday)
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