Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Guidepost Montessori at Evanston
About the School
- Guidepost Montessori is a network of authentic Montessori schools serving children from infancy through kindergarten.
- Our thoughtfully prepared classrooms are designed to nurture each child’s natural curiosity and help them build the independence, confidence, and capability to thrive in school and beyond.
- Through hands-on learning, meaningful work, and individualized guidance, children are encouraged to explore at their own pace, develop a deep love of learning, and become active participants in their own growth.
- At select Guidepost Montessori locations, families can also choose Spanish and/or Mandarin Immersion programs, offering children the opportunity to develop a second language through their everyday Montessori experience.
- Discover what authentic Montessori education can offer your child at Guidepost Montessori.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
2021
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academic Profile
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Guidepost Evanston is part of an international network of Montessori schools dedicated to helping children grow through joyful learning. Our school in Evanston offers a nurturing and educational environment for infants (6 weeks to 14 months), toddlers (14 months to 3 years), and young children (3 to 6 years old). Early childhood years are the most critical time in your child's development. These years are foundational in shaping your child's future health, well-being, and happiness at school and home. Montessori education provides your child with the tools to navigate lifelong learning. Are you searching for a day care, preschool, or kindergarten in Evanston, IL? You may want to consider Guidepost Montessori. The day care years correspond to our 'Nido' program, the preschool years correspond to our 'Toddler' program, and the kindergarten years correspond to our 'Children's House' program. With Montessori's emphasis on helping children grow through joyful learning, Guidepost at Evanston can provide a nurturing environment for your son or daughter and prepare them for their elementary school years.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Guidepost Montessori at Evanston offer a summer program?
Yes, Guidepost Montessori at Evanston offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.
When is the application deadline for Guidepost Montessori at Evanston?
The application deadline for Guidepost Montessori at Evanston is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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