Oak Lawn Montessori School

Oak Lawn Montessori School program addresses each child individually.
School mission is to build confidence and love of learning, giving students a solid foundation for a healthy and happy life.
Oak Lawn Montessori School is dedicated to helping each child discover their unique potential academically, socially, and interpersonally.
Teachers take their lead from each child, whom they believe will learn at his or her own pace.
Montessori programs encourage a child's sense of independence: Children are always asked if they want to try a task, if they need help doing it, or if they feel they aren't ready.
Guides also like to involve parents closely in their children's education the teacher-student-parent bond is carefully cultivated.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 16 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1978

Student Body

Total Students
16 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Oak Lawn Montessori School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
1%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition based on number of days and hours student attends

School Notes

  • School Motto: Giving students a solid foundation for a healthy and happy life.
Source: Verified school update

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

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 16 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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