Brickton Montessori School
Chicago, Illinois 60656-1116
How it compares in Chicago
Brickton Montessori School is one of 48 Montessori schools in Chicago, and one of 10 with full AMS or AMI accreditation. Chicago also has 5 public, tuition-free Montessori options.
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Visit & contact
- Address
- 8622 W Catalpa Ave
Chicago, IL 60656-1116 - Phone
- (773) 714-0646
- Website
- brickton.org ↗
Facts & figures
From government filings and independent surveys — not the school's own marketing.
- Student-teacher ratio
12.1 : 1
88 students · 7.3 full-time-equivalent teachers
U.S. Dept. of Education private school survey, 2021–22
- School day
7 hours/day · 179 days/year
U.S. Dept. of Education private school survey, 2021–22
- Ownership
501(c)(3) nonprofit since 1987
$2.4M revenue (FY2024) · 23 years of IRS filings
- Age levels
Primary · Lower Elementary · Upper Elementary · Secondary
- State license
Licensed child care center
Capacity 59
Illinois DCFS licensing data, 2026
Programs, tuition & schedule
Quoted from brickton.org."Brickton Montessori creates an authentic learning experience that honors the whole child's identity, fosters belonging, ignites curiosity, and develops confident, adaptable individuals with academic mastery, real-world skills, and a strong sense of responsibility."
Accreditation & affiliations
- AMS · member
- ISACS · member
- Association of Illinois Montessori Schools (AIMS) · member
Source: school's homepage ↗
Programs offered
- Nido — Infants: 3-24 months
- Toddler — 2-3 years
- Children's House — 3-6 years
- Lower Elementary — 6-9 years
- Upper Elementary — 9-12 years
- Middle School — 12-14 years
- Summer Camp
Source: school's homepage ↗
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How to apply
Quoted from brickton.org.- Submit inquiry form
- Schedule a conversation
Source: school's Admissions page ↗
About Brickton Montessori School
Brickton Montessori School is a Montessori school (private) in Chicago, Illinois serving ages 0.3 - 14 years — AMS Accredited. Brickton Montessori creates an authentic learning experience that honors the whole child's identity, fosters belonging, ignites curiosity, and develops confident, adaptable individuals with academic mastery, real-world skills, and a strong sense of responsibility.
Where is Brickton Montessori School located? ⌃
8622 W Catalpa Ave, Chicago, IL 60656-1116
What is the phone number for Brickton Montessori School? ⌃
Brickton Montessori School can be reached at (773) 714-0646.
Is Brickton Montessori School accredited? ⌃
Brickton Montessori School lists the following accreditations or affiliations on its website: AMS (member), ISACS (member), Association of Illinois Montessori Schools (AIMS) (member).
How do you apply to Brickton Montessori School? ⌃
Brickton Montessori School's admissions process: Submit inquiry form; Schedule a conversation.
What ages does Brickton Montessori School serve? ⌃
Brickton Montessori School serves children aged 0.3 - 14 years.
What is the website for Brickton Montessori School? ⌃
The official website is brickton.org.