CLMS is an Elementary School serving grades Kindergarten through 5th grade also offering full-day, year-round Montessori based programs for infants through preschool.
Also available for our elementary students is before and after school care, on-site child care for non-school days and our "Creative Summers" program.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 70 students
- Yearly Tuition: $850
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1985
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
70 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
This is a monthly fee based on a 9 month school year. ($7,690 per school year)
Admissions Director
Marla Thoma
Admissions Associate
Morgan Cione
School Notes
With a strong Montessori base and Montessori-trained teachers, the
elementary program at Creative Learning Montessori emphasizes
helping children develop a life-long love of learning, in a small,
individualized learning environment.
- Childcare Before and After School (7:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
- Summer Program
- Small Class Sizes (maximum of 25 elementary students)
- Affiliated with "Creative Care Children's Center" for our younger students (infancy through pre-school)
- Open Year-Round
- Open Enrollment
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Creative Learning Montessori School cost?
Creative Learning Montessori School's tuition is approximately $850 for private students.
What schools are Creative Learning Montessori School often compared to?
Creative Learning Montessori School is often viewed alongside schools like Lake Barrington Academy Of Stars by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Creative Learning Montessori School?
The application deadline for Creative Learning Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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