General School Information
- School Address: 950 Ellen Drive, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
- Director name: Anna Flanagan
- School contact information (email): admin@bgmsweb.net
- School contact information (phone number): 847-541-8111
- School Website: www.bgmsweb.net
- Days & Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday 7:00am - 5:30pm
Philosophy/General Purpose
Our mission is to provide each child the opportunity to grow and develop in an enriching Montessori community Where unfolding potential is the activity of the day, every day.
We facilitate, encourage, and empower the children through experiences that will lead to positive fulfillment of personal potential.
It is our vision that we provide A Lifetime Foundation. The moments of discovery will motivate joyful learning and creative thinking. The experiences at our schools will provide the building blocks for positive social interaction, self-confidence and independence.
Students
- Student/Teacher Ratio: Infants 4:1, Toddlers 5:1, Twos 8:1, 3-6 year olds 11:1
- Student Age Range: Infants through Kindergarten
- Toilet Training Policy: Toilet training is a significant focus in the two year old class. We look for signs of readiness and encourage parents to partner with us when the time is right. The ability to manage Independently in the bathroom is necessary to success in the 3-6 classroom.
The Classroom
- Class Size: Infant/Toddler - 12, Tod/two - 15, 3-6 years - 22
- Curriculum:
- FULL DAY MONTESSORI is available for children 6 weeks through kindergarten. Hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Applications are accepted and children are enrolled throughout the year. Children are placed in an age appropriate class at the time of enrollment following a parent interview, orientation and classroom visit.
- HALF DAY MONTESSORI is available for children 3 years through kindergarten. Hours of operation are 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday.
- INFANCY THROUGH KINDERGARTEN (0-6 years of age) is seen as a critically important time in the life experience of the emerging person. Attitudes, aptitudes, interests, and perceptions are integrating and forming the person in process, the child. Our teachers, sensitive to the changing developmental challenges of the young child, facilitate experiences and create opportunities to support emerging abilities, interests and skills. The young child is on the path of self discovery. Kindergarten is the culmination of your child’s Montessori preschool experience. Activities are provided to help your child prepare for the transition to a traditional elementary school experience.
- EACH CLASSROOM is carefully designed to meet the needs of the infants, toddlers, twos, and 3 – 6 year olds they serve. Low tables, chairs and materials within easy reach offer your child every opportunity for independence. The child is invited to explore and discover within our carefully prepared learning environment. It is our purpose to prepare an environment rich in potential experience, interaction and exploration that will nurture the child’s growth.
Our 0-3 year old programs are licensed by DCFS. Our 3-6 year old programs are registered with the Illinois State Board of Education. We are accredited by The American Montessori Society.
Registration + Tuition
- Date that registration begins: New students are enrolled whenever space is available.
- Registration Information:
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ADMISSION PROCEDURES
Your involvement maximizes your child’s experience at BGMS. If you are interested, supportive and ready to participate, then make your commitment to BGMS.
Children will be accepted into the program throughout the school year when space is available.
Children 6 weeks through Kindergarten age will be admitted.
Acceptance priority: siblings, transferring Montessori Students, available space.
Complete and return the enclosed application card.
A classroom visit will be arranged for your child prior to acceptance to determine program suitability.
Acceptance may be confirmed as space becomes available.
A registration fee is due upon acceptance.
The first payment is non-refundable and confirms your verbal commitment to enroll.
Your will receive a set of enrollment forms that must be completed and returned prior to your orientation.
A pre-enrollment parent-teacher conference and orientation will be scheduled prior to enrollment.
No child will be discriminated against because of race, color, national origin or handicap.
Prices and programs are subject to change. Program accommodations are not subject to discounts.
Payments are due the first of each month.
- Tuition/Rates:
A $250 Registration Fee is due upon acceptance.
Your initial non-refundable tuition payment is due prior to enrollment .
Family Discounts Available
10% off for 2nd Child
15% off for 3rd Child
Discount applied to the lesser or equal tuition rate.
Tuition is determined by the ratio in your child’s classroom.
INFANT/TODDLER $1950 per Month
TODDLER/TWO $1775 per Month
TWO/THREE $1650 per Month
THREE – FIVE ALL DAY $1500 per Month
THREE – FIVE HALF DAY $1000 per Month
Available 9 (Sept-May) or 12 months from 8:30 am– 1pm
KINDERGARTEN $1300 per Month
Tuition is determined by the number of days school is open each year and divided into equal payments and will not be adjusted for vacations or extended absence. Monthly, quarterly, and annual payment plans are available. (2.5% Discount for quarterly & 5% discount for annual payment schedule) A thirty (30) day written notice is required prior to withdrawal. Should your enrollment be interrupted you will be returned to the waiting list.
Additional Information
- Accreditation:
- Buffalo Grove Montessori is an Accredited Montessori School
- The 0-3 year old programs at Buffalo Grove Montessori School are licensed by DCFS.
- The 3-6 year old programs are registered with the State Board of Education.
- We are members of the American Montessori Society(AMS).
- We are members of the Association of Illinois Montessori Schools (AIMS).
- We hold the Gold Circle of Quality through ExceleRate Illinois.
- Other Information: We offer tours at 9:30 am most mornings. Call or contact us through our website to arrange an appointment.