Montessori education provides your child with a love of learning and discovery throughout critical stages in their early development.
At our Guidepost Montessori school at Old Town, IL, we believe that children thrive when given freedom and responsibility in Montessori environments prepared especially for them.
Designed for children from infancy to kindergarten, our Montessori education programs offer opportunities to learn, explore, and grow in a safe environment.
Guidepost Montessori is located off of West Division St. in the Old Town residential towers and amongst the best of our city's culture and history.
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Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Dual Language Immersion Program
Secondary Immersion Language
Spanish
Year Founded
2021
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. Aug 31, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Samone Harris
Admissions Associate
Dominique Matthews
Sports
School Notes
- Guidepost Old Town is part of an international network of Montessori schools dedicated to helping children grow through joyful learning. Our school in Chicago offers a nurturing and educational environment for infants (6 weeks to 14 months), toddlers (14 to 36 months), and young children (3 to 6 years old). Our programs are offered in English and Spanish, allowing children to learn Spanish in a truly immersive setting. Early childhood years are the most critical time in your child's development. These years are foundational in shaping your child's future health, well-being, and happiness at school and home. Montessori education provides your child with the tools to navigate lifelong learning. Are you searching for a day care, preschool, or kindergarten in Chicago, IL? You may want to consider Guidepost Montessori. The day care years correspond to our 'Nido' program, the preschool years correspond to our 'Toddler' program, and the kindergarten years correspond to our 'Children's House' program. With Montessori's emphasis on helping children grow through joyful learning, Guidepost at Old Town can provide a nurturing environment for your child and prepare them for success at elementary school.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Guidepost Montessori at Old Town often compared to?
Guidepost Montessori at Old Town is often viewed alongside schools like Hello Montessori Preschool & Kindergarten by visitors of our site.
What sports does Guidepost Montessori at Old Town offer?
Guidepost Montessori at Old Town offers 2 interscholastic sports: Dance and Soccer.
When is the application deadline for Guidepost Montessori at Old Town?
The application deadline for Guidepost Montessori at Old Town is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Guidepost Montessori at Old Town located?
Guidepost Montessori at Old Town is located in the Near North neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other private schools located in Near North.
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Guidepost Montessori at Old Town vs. Hello Montessori Preschool & Kindergarten
The nearest high school to Guidepost Montessori at Old Town is Cornerstone Academy (0.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Catherine Cook School (0.3 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Cornerstone Academy
(Christian)
1111 N Wells St Fl 4
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 600-0953
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 600-0953
0.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 14 students
226 W Schiller St
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 266-3381
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 266-3381
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 422 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
900 N Franklin St Ste 104
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 944-5600
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 944-5600
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 33 students Avg. class size: 10 students Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1431 N North Park Ave
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 944-0304
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 944-0304
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 272 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
Prekindergarten - Grade 3: 1431 N. North Park Avenue; Grades 4- 8, Tot Program: 363 W. Hill Street
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 944-0304
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 944-0304
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 271 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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