Peppermint Stick Preschool & Learning Center (2026 Profile)

Home > Illinois > Lake County > Grayslake

Peppermint Stick Preschool & Learning Center

40 S Whitney St
Grayslake, IL 60030

Tel: (847) 223-0611

REQUEST INFO

SAVE SCHOOL

Peppermint Stick continues to provide high quality education and care for young children.

For more than 35 years, we have been helping children learn and grow in a nurturing and safe environment that makes learning fun.

Our philosophy is to provide developmental care with frequent and fond attention from staff; a safe and interesting physical environment; the opportunity to socialize with other children and a program of enriching educational experiences.

We intend to offer a preschool program that blends prescribed educational activities with opportunities for free choice, that has some structure, but allows children to explore a varied environment.

It is our aim to maximize the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of each child.

Each child will be considered as an individual first, then as a group member.

Whenever possible, we intend to provide individualized care in a group setting.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 32 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

32 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

50%

State avg.: 34%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

1 teacher

Student-Teacher Ratio

32:1

National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

School Notes

School Motto: Guiding The Young Generation To Success.

Peppermint Stick continues to provide high quality education and care for young children.
For more than 35 years, we have been helping children learn and grow in a nurturing and safe environment that makes learning fun.
Our philosophy is to provide developmental care with frequent and fond attention from staff; a safe and interesting physical environment; the opportunity to socialize with other children and a program of enriching educational experiences.
We intend to offer a preschool program that blends prescribed educational activities with opportunities for free choice, that has some structure, but allows children to explore a varied environment.
It is our aim to maximize the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of each child.
Each child will be considered as an individual first, then as a group member.
Whenever possible, we intend to provide individualized care in a group setting.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

REQUEST FREE INFORMATION

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Peppermint Stick Preschool & Learning Center?

The application deadline for Peppermint Stick Preschool & Learning Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

Endorse Peppermint Stick Preschool & Learning Center. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Academic or athletic awards

Recent Articles

July 21, 2026

Choosing Between a Traditional 草榴社区 School and a Microschool

Compare traditional private schools and microschools to understand differences in academics, class size, flexibility, cost, and student experience before choosing the best educational fit.

July 21, 2026

The Second Visit Strategy: What to Look for After the Open House

A second campus visit can reveal what an open house cannot. Learn what to observe, which questions to ask, and how to determine whether a private school is truly the right fit for your child.

July 21, 2026

How Policy Changes Could Affect Your Tuition Bill in 2026

Learn how federal and state policy changes may affect private school tuition, financial aid, tax benefits, and your family's education budget.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 32 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Request Information

Email:

Name of parent:

Student first name:

Student last name:

Student date of birth:

Student is:

Male

Female

Currently in grade:

Seeking entry for grade:

Target start date:

Please briefly describe academic, athletic, and extracurricular interests of the student:

Home address:

City:

Country:

State:

Zip: (enter "N/A" if not applicable)

Phone:

Save this data and create your user profile. Create your own user account so you don't have to re-type your user data each time you request information. You'll also be able to track your information requests, get reminded of application dates, and more!

Username:

Password:

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Lake County, IL is $12,928 for elementary schools and $21,193 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Lake County, IL is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).