Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent Mile
Open today 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Description provided by the business.Give your child an excellent start at Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent Mile. Our accredited programs for Infant, Toddler, Preschool & Kindergarten age children offer a safe, inspiring space to learn, grow, and explore. Tuition for full-time, 5-day programs ranges from $2,610 to $4,525 per month, with part-time and flexible scheduling options also available. Schedule a tour today and discover how our Montessori approach nurtures confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.
Location Info
226 E Illinois St
Chicago, IL 60611
| Monday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Accreditations
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AMS
Military Assistance
- Offers Military Subsidies/Benefits
Financial Aid
- Offers Financial Aid
- Sibling Discount
Languages Spoken
- Spanish
Location Details
- Offers camp programs.
- Offers summer care programs.
- Outdoor play space is available.
- Program includes field trips.
- Meals are provided.
Programs Offered
Nido
Toddler
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Description
Our mixed-age Toddler program nurtures your child’s natural curiosity and growing independence. In a carefully prepared Montessori environment, toddlers engage in hands-on activities that build confidence, coordination, and a sense of belonging. Each day includes joyful movement, music, storytelling, and purposeful work—from watering plants to brushing their hair—that helps children develop practical life skills and contribute meaningfully to their classroom community. Along the way, they form friendships, strengthen communication, and learn to navigate the world with confidence. Full-Time tuition listed. Part-time and flexible scheduling options are also available. Contact this location for more details.
Education Types
- Montessori
- Mixed Age
From $2610 to $4525 per month
Spanish Immersion
Schedules
Full Time
Calendar
School Year
Languages Taught
Spanish
Description
Our Spanish Immersion program offers children the gift of bilingualism in a nurturing Montessori environment. Led by native Spanish-speaking guides, children are immersed in the language through daily routines, conversations, and hands-on learning—developing fluency with natural intonation and accent. Alongside Spanish language acquisition, children engage in a full academic curriculum including math, reading, writing, and practical life activities. This early exposure not only strengthens cognitive development but also opens the door to a lifetime of cultural, social, and professional possibilities. Full-Time tuition listed. Part-time and flexible scheduling options are also available. Contact this location for more details.
Education Types
- Bilingual
- Language Immersion
- Mixed Age
- Montessori
From $2610 to $4525 per month
Children's House Preschool
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
School Year
Description
Our Children’s House preschool and pre-K program lays a strong foundation for academic and social success by honoring each child’s natural drive to learn. In this mixed-age Montessori environment, children explore subjects like math, language, science, and geography through hands-on materials and individualized lessons. The daily routine also includes real-world activities—such as preparing snacks or watering plants - that build independence, confidence, and a sense of purpose. As they grow at their own pace, children develop critical thinking, leadership, empathy, and the skills they need to thrive in kindergarten and beyond. Full-Time tuition listed. Part-time and flexible scheduling options are also available. Contact this location for more details.
Education Types
- Mixed Age
- Montessori
From $2610 to $4525 per month
Children's House Kindergarten
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
School Year
Description
Kindergarten in the Montessori Children’s House is a pivotal year where learning comes to life. As the leaders in their mixed-age classroom, children deepen their academic understanding and grow in independence, confidence, and collaboration. With guidance from trained Montessori teachers, students choose their work and engage in hands-on materials across subjects like math, geography, language, and practical life. This final year in the Children’s House nurtures leadership, critical thinking, and a love of learning - laying a strong foundation for the years ahead. Full-Time tuition listed. Part-time and flexible scheduling options are also available. Contact this location for more details.
Education Types
- Mixed Age
- Montessori
From $2610 to $4525 per month
Elementary
Schedules
Full Time
Calendar
School Year
Description
Our Montessori Elementary program offers a personalized, dynamic education that supports each child’s curiosity, independence, and growth. Through an interdisciplinary curriculum - including literature, science, math, language, geography, history, and the arts—students explore big ideas, ask deep questions, and connect learning to the real world. Project-based work encourages time management, collaboration, and ownership over learning. As they follow their interests and work at their own pace, children develop essential life skills such as responsibility, perseverance, organization, and intrinsic motivation - preparing them not just for school, but for life. Full-Time tuition listed. Part-time and flexible scheduling options are also available. Contact this location for more details.
Education Types
- Mixed Age
- Montessori
From $2610 to $4525 per month
Licensing
Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent Mile is a grade school. K-12 programs at schools are not considered child care and are generally exempt from child care licensing.
The licensing information listed below pertains only to child care programs offered at this facility, which may include preschool, extended care, or care for children below the age of 5.
Type
Licensed Child Care Center
Identifier
571504
Capacity
102
Issued
10/18
Parent Reviews
Guidepost Montessori really helped my kid to learn english and have a skills to self study without any instruction by teacher or parents. It is well worth the price of tuition.
Our 19mo daughter has been going to Guidepost since she was 4 months old and we couldn’t be happier. She literally tubs to school every day, loves her teachers and friends and learns so much. Definitely recommend!
My child’s first preschool was here at Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent Mile. Sara the Head of School was very professional and efficient in getting my son enrolled. All of the guides “teachers” provide great guidance, patience, and direction to the children. My son’s teachers, Ms. Flossie and Ms. Vanessa were exceptional. Just yesterday he expressed his longing to go back to Chicago to attend his class. Ms. Gloria, one of the after school program teachers, was also a great person who made a lasting impression on my son. I strongly recommend this school; especially this location.
