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Gateway Montessori is a small, family centered non-profit school serving children 15 months to 12 years. We will offer Middle school for the 2027-28 school year.
We are licensed by the City of Chicago and the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.
We are one of only a few schools in the Chicagoland area to be recognized by the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI).
average pricing for full day 3-6 year old program. Tuition is different based on program level and full or half day option. Current tuition rates available on the website.
Summer Program Cost
$1,400
Summer Program Cost Notes
two full or half day summer programs are offered; mid June through mid July, and mid July through mid August. Half day for $1100, full day for $1300
Gateway Montessori is a small, family centered non-profit
school serving children 15 months to 12 years, with a Middle School
program to begin 2027-28 school year. We are licensed by the City
of Chicago and the Illinois Department of Children and Family
Services. We are one of only a few schools in the Chicagoland area
to be recognized by the Association Montessori Internationale
(AMI).
Gateway Montessori has been in operation since 2006, and moved
to a newly built facility in June of 2017. Each classroom has floor
to ceiling windows, and the building features large communal areas
and a fenced garden play area.
Our programs are 5 days a week, full or half day.
Community:15 months to 3 years.
Children`s House:3 years to 6 years.
Elementary:6 years to 12 years, full day.
Adolescent program ages 13-14 planned for 2027-28
Please call the school to join a Tour & Chat held the first
Monday of the month.
When is the application deadline for Gateway Montessori School?
The application deadline for Gateway Montessori School is Sep. 6 / rolling (applications are due on Sep. 6 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Gateway Montessori School located?
Gateway Montessori School is located in the Irving Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other private schools located in Irving Park.
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