Northwest Suburban Montessori School (Closed 2025)

Northwest Suburban Montessori's mission is to provide an environment to meet the individual needs of young children guided by teachers trained in the Montessori philosophy.
This philosophy acknowledges that the child is the creator of the adult and, therefore, education must be a help to the child so he/she can develop to his/her fullest potential.
This growth must be observed and aided with deep respect and ongoing trust.
Respect for one's self; respect for one's classmates, teachers, and all others; respect for the environment inside and outside of the classroom and for all living beings are cornerstones of our philosophy.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

Student Body

Total Students
86 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Northwest Suburban Montessori School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Northwest Suburban Montessori's mission is to provide an environment to meet the individual needs of young children guided by teachers trained in the Montessori philosophy. This philosophy acknowledges that the child is the creator of the adult and, therefore, education must be a help to the child so he/she can develop to his/her fullest potential. This growth must be observed and aided with deep respect and ongoing trust. Respect for one's self; respect for one's classmates, teachers, and all others; respect for the environment inside and outside of the classroom and for all living beings are cornerstones of our philosophy.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Northwest Suburban Montessori School?
The application deadline for Northwest Suburban Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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