Joliet Montessori School

An amazing experience for my family. We have three children who are thriving because of Joliet Montessori and all it offers.

JMS shows how all schools should be. The atmosphere when you walk in is relaxed and welcoming. The classrooms are custom to the age range of the children to make it feel like it’s their room. The staff is open and friendly answering any and all questions no matter who it is. Our first year here and we couldn’t be more thrilled with how our daughter is growing. Can’t wait to continue in the years to come.

I have seen my son grow from a curious toddler to a passionate learner because of Joliet Montessori School. The school possesses a strong community of families that all want the best for their children. The teachers create an environment for all students learn. They hold the students to high expectations, and the students work diligently to meet those expectations. The administration creates opportunities for all families to play a role in the success of the school. The school is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, and I wish them many more years of creating life-long learners! UPDATE!!! My family is continually grateful for the wonderful opportunities my son has to grow. He's independent, cares about his community, and loves to share his learning. He's been at JMS for 8 years. I can't believe he only has three years left. His teachers have done so much to show him that he's loved and cared for, that he can do anything he puts his mind to, and that he can be a leader.

We loved JMS as a preschool and after a two year hiatus to attempt public school, we are so excited to re-enroll our son back at JMS for 2nd grade. Montessori learning suits our child best and JMS is like home!

Our first year is almost over and our son is off to a truly remarkable start. We were shocked by what we saw modern kindergarten had become in public schools, where mass-produced curriculums and obvious teaching to the standardized test were drying up our son's love of learning. JMS has been a total transformation for him, they have spectacular programs and wonderful staff. Best of all, they work with parents instead of talking down to them over concerns like public schools do these days. I never thought I was a Montessori parent but the truth is... it's what schools ALL used to be - before they were sold out and over-regulated to death. Worth a visit, definitely do a classroom observation - especially if you're new to the Montessori style. You will be amazed and charmed.