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    4.5 (24 reviews)
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    New Thought Montessori in action. My son couldn't be happier and we are so blessed to have found this amazing preschool.
    Ashly P.

    We had been so stressed and hesitant about putting our 3 year old in preschool, he has separation anxiety and won't even stay with his grandparents. After much thought we knew we had to let our baby fly. We searched for weeks and toured many schools in the Lake Forest area. New Thought Montessori not only felt right, but Ms. Brittney and Ms. Brandy were so kind and passionate about the kids and the Montessori way. Our son started the following Monday and was welcomed with open arms. He was so comfortable he only cried until we were out the gate and then was completely fine, making friends and laughing, having the time of his life. Since he has started preschool at New Thought Montessori, we have already seen such improvements in his behavior and his desire to learn. His excitment for school is inspiring and he rushes us to get ready and out the door for school in the morning. We are all so very happy with the beautiful facility, amazing teachers and safe environment for our boy!

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