Montessori School Of Long Grove (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

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Montessori School Of Long Grove

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1115 Robert Parker Coffin Road
Lake Zurich, IL 60047

Tel: (847) 634-0430

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Montessori School of Long Grove is a small private school founded in 1975.

The school is accredited by the American Montessori Society.

It is also affiliated with the Association Montessori International, a full members schoo with the Association of Illinois Montessori Schools, and is registered with the Illinois Department of Education.

Our school accepts students from age eighteen months to twelve years. And in addition, has programs for Parent-Infant, and Parent Education.

It is nonsectarian and welcomes children of all races, nationalities and creeds. Our home away from home cultivates a culture of belonging.

MSLG faculty and administration are experienced, certified Montessori educators and supported by carefully selected assistants who are growing in the Montessori methods and philosophy.

Teachers have earned AMS or AMI credentials appropriate to the level they teach.

We are a community of adults and children working together with the principal aim of helping children develop their own personal potential; academically, socially, physically and emotionally.

We have adopted the Montessori philosophy as our way of life, and we use Montessori methods and materials to achieve our goals.

We believe strongly that our students' daily school experience should be a happy and rewarding one.

Eagerness to learn, learning for the joy of learning, wanting to know as much about their world as possible -- we believe these are invaluable qualities that we can instill in our children.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked IL School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
Enrollment: 91 students
Yearly Tuition: $15,000
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Montessori School Of Long Grove ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Overview

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-6

Year Founded

1975

Colors

Blue, white and yellow

Summer School Offered

Yes

First Day of School

Tue. Aug 25, 2026

Last Day of School

Fri. May 28, 2027

Campus Size

3 acres

Student Body

Total Students

91 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

10%

State avg.: 34%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

6 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

90%

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$15,000

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Tuition Notes

Summer Program Cost Notes

Montessori Toddler and Primary Summer sessions are for 4 weeks. Only currently enrolled students are eligible and the fee relates to the 2026-27 school year tuition. It is a separate enrollment for the academic school year.

Admissions Director

Beth Norman

Admissions Associate

Kathy Robertaccio

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School Notes

School Motto: Home away from home

Montessori School of Long Grove is a small private school founded in 1975. The school is accredited by the American Montessori Society. It is also affiliated with the Association Montessori International, the Association of Illinois Montessori Schools, the North American Montessori Teachers Association and isregistered with the Illinois Department of Education. Our school accepts students from age ten months to twelve years. It is nonsectarian and welcomes boys and girls of all races, nationalities and creeds. MSLG is staffed with experienced, certified Montessori teachers and carefully selected assistants are trained in the Montessori methods and philosophy. Teachers have earned AMS or AMI credentials appropriate to the level they teach. We are a community of adults and children working together with the principal aim of helping children develop their own personal potential; academically, socially, physically and emotionally. We have adopted the Montessori philosophy as our way of life, and we use Montessori methods and materials to achieve our goals. We believe strongly that our students' daily school experience should be a happy and rewarding one. Eagerness to learn, learning for the joy of learning, wanting to know as much about their world as possible -- we believe these are invaluable qualities that we can instill in our children.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Montessori School Of Long Grove cost?

Montessori School Of Long Grove's tuition is approximately $15,000 for private students.

What is Montessori School Of Long Grove's ranking?

Montessori School Of Long Grove ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for Montessori School Of Long Grove?

The application deadline for Montessori School Of Long Grove is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 4/15/2020

We have 2 children enrolled thus far, both starting from pre-primary, and we have to say that our children have really blossomed and love school and learning because of MSLG. We had originally sent our oldest to another nearby Montessori, but he could not adapt as they were not able to connect with him. He would end up crying every day for hours, and after 5 solid days of trying we withdrew. After switching to MSLG, he loved it there right away, and now is a bright, curious, social well adapted 4-year-old who loves to read. We could not have asked for more, and he is blossoming in his primary class. Our 2-year-old is in the same pre-primary that her older brother was in, and while she has a personality that is the polar opposite of her brother, she also loves school and looks forward to attending every day that we send her. Since we are bi-lingual, we appreciate the love and patience that the teachers and school have shown and their dedication to following "true" Montessori teaching. In a world where there are so many distractions, we appreciate the softer, quieter methodology.

- Posted by Parent - Brian S.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked IL School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
Enrollment: 91 students
Yearly Tuition: $15,000
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Lake County, IL is $11,461 for elementary schools and $21,193 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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