Buffalo Grove Montessori School uses Montessori Education Method. Montessori Education is not only a philosophy, but also a method to guide the child's growth.
Our goal is to help the child cultivate his natural desire to learn.
Our emphasis is on self-learning and the development of inner discipline.
Activities progress from basic to more complex, therefore success is more easily and naturally accomplished.
Classroom materials are adapted regularly to keep the child's interest.
In the 3-6 year old classes, the mixed age grouping enhances the child's opportunities to observe, follow or lead.
The child's chances of failure are minimized and his chances for success are enhanced.
The child is personally guided and recognized by the staff as a unique individual.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
Year Founded
1975
Student Body
Total Students
17 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
10 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Buffalo Grove Montessori School?
The acceptance rate of Buffalo Grove Montessori School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
When is the application deadline for Buffalo Grove Montessori School?
The application deadline for Buffalo Grove Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Related Schools
Show me:
People that viewed Buffalo Grove Montessori School also viewed these schools: The Grove Montessori School, Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School, Arlington Montessori School, North Shore Torah Academy and Montessori School Of Long Grove.
The nearest high school to Buffalo Grove Montessori School is NewHope Academy (1.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Mary School (1.0 miles away)
Show me:
Show me:
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Grove Montessori School
Montessori School
1660 Checker Rd
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
(847) 520-0005
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
(847) 520-0005
1.9 miles
Gr: K | 42 students
9300 Capitol Drive
Wheeling, IL 60090
(847) 850-5490
Wheeling, IL 60090
(847) 850-5490
3.4 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 100 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
2025 S.Goebbert Rd.
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 222-4267
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 222-4267
6.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 16 students Avg. class size: 25 students Tuition listed
720 Armstrong Drive
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
(847) 243-8567
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
(847) 243-8567
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 41 students Avg. class size: 6 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1115 Robert Parker Coffin Road
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
(847) 634-0430
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
(847) 634-0430
3.3 miles
Gr: NS-6 | 93 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition listed
School Reviews
Endorse Buffalo Grove Montessori School. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
- Academic or athletic awards
Recent Articles
What Private School Alumni Say a Decade Later
Ten years after graduation, private school alumni reflect on advantages, regrets, career impact, and life lessons—unearthing truths families need to know.
Can Private School Help with College Admissions?
Explore how private schools influence college admissions—advantages, limitations, and what families should expect.
Inside the Daily Life of a Private School Student
Discover what daily life is like for private school students in 2025, from classes and athletics to dining, dorms, and extracurriculars.
