What do the founders of Google.com, Princes William and Harry, Jackie Kennedy Onassis, the founder of Amazon.com, and Julia Child have in common?

 Answer:  Their parents chose to send them to Montessori schools.

Choosing a school for your child is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent.  At The La Grange School we provide an environment based upon the Montessori method, an educational approach physically designed to foster a child’s successful learning experience.  Part of academic achievement in a Montessori environment includes a curriculum with emphasis on the development of independence, confidence, and self-discipline - - a foundation for success and a lifelong passion for learning.

 A Montessori education is based on the philosophies, scientific studies and teachings of Italian physician Maria Montessori (1870-1952).  The Montessori approach to education embraces individualized instruction for children with a structured curriculum using specialized teaching materials.

 Our maximum student to teacher ratio is twelve to one.  The curriculum includes language arts, math (including algebra and geometry), foreign languages (Japanese and Spanish), science, history, geography, art, music and physical education.  The Montessori curriculum keeps students at the edge of their skill level at all times in every subject area.  In addition to academics, The La Grange School nurtures the whole child with an emphasis on social, emotional, spiritual and physical growth.  Students of The La Grange School volunteer their help to various community causes.  Our children are dedicated and compassionate in their desire to help others.  We encourage a strong sense of place and love of community that fosters responsible citizens for the future.  On the five-acre campus of the La Grange Presbyterian Church, children enjoy spacious playing fields, gardening, bicycle paths, an outdoor classroom and a cross-country track.

 We offer Early Childhood (Toddler) through 6^th Grade, and we are growing.  We are excited to announce the opening of our Middle School in the Fall of 2008!  Also, our summer program is a full-time day camp for children (Toddler through 9^th grade).  The school wants to be a resource for working parents to give their children a fun and educational option during the hectic summer months.