Our son went to Seton for over three years and it was not a great experience. He was recently…read moreunenrolled because we did not hire an additional in-class aide for him at their request (he has a speech delay and is very energetic) Early childhood classes are crowded and too full to accommodate anything but 'typical' children. Communication from teachers consisted mostly of group emails - individual meetings with teachers were sparse. Making additional donations to the school (on top of tuition) is encouraged, perhaps that would've helped with communication! We enjoyed the infant and toddler programs, but the early childhood class experience was a failure on many levels. Too many children per teacher. We could sense the overwhelming focus on logistics, ironic for Montessori method while they always touted education. Our son's doing so much better in a different preschool. Overall Seton was a disappointment and their early childhood program needs an overhaul.

Seton is a close knit and wonderful school where every child is accepted and encouraged as they…read moreare. Teachers promote kindness, community, curiosity and academic growth in ways that have greatly inspired my children. My kids have been at Seton from Preschool-2nd grade thus far, and we have had nothing but excellent experiences both academically and socially.

We started at Guidepost Downers Grove when it opened. It has been a wonderful experience, everyone…read moreis great and they really care about the children. We would recommend.

From the owner: Our school in Downers Grove is now accepting pre-registration deposits for first-priority placement…read morein our programs! Guidepost Montessori in Downers Grove is one of the most trusted Montessori schools in DuPage County, Illinois. Indoors, rooms are spacious, bright, and light-filled, creating a warm and calm space for children to work.

This is the BEST preschool in the Western Suburbs! Ms. Beth is the greatest teacher I could have…read moreever asked for! By the time my oldest left for kindergarden he was more than prepared. We are so happy with this school!

I am a former elementary school teacher and reading specialist, and tried several other preschools…read morein the area before "Miss Beth". Besides the fact that she is a Northwestern Graduate, a master Montessori Teacher, and loves her job, she truly CARES about her students. Although she has wait lists for children to get into her school, she constantly strives to improve and is always has her students' best interests in mind. My children are in school in Hinsdale in 4th and 3rd grade, and I have yet to meet another teacher that can hold a candle to her. In fact, her pre-school "report cards", consisting of a porfolio of a child's work as well as test results, have about 10 times more meaningful information in than I have ever received on any report card or teacher conference from my children in their current school. Both of my children were extremely well prepared academically and socially for school. She is one of the most amazing teachers I have ever met in my life!

We love Creative World Montessori. All three of our children have gone through the programs,…read moreincluding kindergarten enrichment. Our children have thrived in this environment and learned valuable skills not only academically, but even more importantly, socially and emotionally. What we appreciate most is the Montessori philosophy itself. The emphasis on independence, curiosity, responsibility, respect, and a love of learning has truly rubbed off on our children. They have developed confidence in themselves, learned to think critically, and gained a sense of ownership over their learning. The lessons and values they learned at Creative World have extended far beyond the classroom and continue to shape who they are today!

I've had two children attend Creative World and have recommended it to friends and neighbors. It's…read morea family run business which is a lovely alternative to some of the other options in the area. We've had experiences with care at other places nearby and its made me really appreciate Creative World. The classrooms are organized, calm and clean - the structure of Montessori has had a positive impact on my kids. I know when I drop them off each day that they're being well cared for. It's a great community of kids, staff and parents, definitely a neighborhood gem!

We love Wilson! Our kids are thrivingsocially and academically. My son started reading at 3.5. We…read morecouldn't be happier

From the owner: W Montessori Academy offers an authentic Montessori experience in Elmhurst for children ages 2–6,…read morewith a calm, carefully prepared environment where each child learns at their own pace. Families choose us because we combine over 20 years of trusted local experience with a true whole-child approach that builds independence, confidence, focus, kindness, and self-discipline. What makes us different is our commitment to Montessori integrity: hands-on materials, mixed-age communities, uninterrupted work cycles, and guides who observe first and teach second. We emphasize not only academics, but also grace and courtesy, social-emotional growth, and strong character development. We also believe in strong family partnership through transparent communication and collaboration, so parents feel supported every step of the way. Located in Elmhurst, we proudly serve families from surrounding communities and provide a warm, nurturing school culture where children can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Miss Diana is absolutely amazing with children! She'll treat your child as her own!! Many years of…read moreexperience here. Alex who runs the office is fantastic. Your child will be happy here! Amazing bilingual Montessori school that you can't go wrong with.

Ms. Diana cared for my daughter as a baby and toddler. She is a wonderful teacher and is Montessori…read morecertified. She provides a wonderful environment in her classroom and is very patient with the children. She is extremely dedicated and passionate about providing excellent care and learning for the kids. The Spanish immersion component is excellent too; we speak English at home and my daughter learned Spanish so easily. She was speaking Spanish & English simultaneously as she learned to talk. My daughter learned a lot from her and enjoyed going to daycare every day; she didn't want to come home!