The Village Children's Academy in Westmont, IL, offers Montessori education for grades PK through 5 in a suburban setting with a total enrollment of 87 students.
Founded in 1994, this co–ed, nonsectarian school is a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
The school has 2 teachers and a student–teacher ratio of 44:1, serving a student body that is 43% students of color.
It provides early childhood education with an emphasis on Montessori methods within the Westmont community.
The school operates alongside several other private schools in the area, including Holy Trinity School and St.
Mary Of Gostyn Catholic School, which have lower student–teacher ratios.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 87 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
87 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
43%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
44:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Village Children's Academy?
The application deadline for The Village Children's Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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