Steppingstone Montessori School
Steppingstone Montessori School is a privately owned, non - sectarian pre-school and Kindergarten.
The school is registered with the Illinois State Board of Education and is affiliated with the American Montessori Society.
The school uses an adult/child ratio of 1 to 10 in all of its classes. Steppingstone Montessori School has been in operation since 1986. Donna Johnson is co-founder and owner of the school. Steppingstone Montessori School offers programs for children ages 3 years through Kindergarten.
Since Montessori programs are individualized programs, children may be enrolled at any time during the school year, space permitting.
Quick Stats (2021-22)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Students: 21 students
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
All
Year Founded
1986
Student Body
Total Students
21 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Yearly tuition based on number of days child attends, payable monthly from September through May
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Paula Folinazzo
School Notes
- Traditional, affordable Montessori programs for children 3 through 6 years. Half-day and Extended Day options available. Before and After school care available 3, 4, and 5 day programs offered.
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