Milmine, IL

Monticello Montessori School offers authentic Montessori education with certified AMI/AMS teachers serving children from infancy through kindergarten. The facility features carefully prepared environments with Montessori materials that encourage independence, concentration, and natural development. Their infant program maintains a 1:4 teacher-to-child ratio with primary caregivers, while toddler and preschool programs focus on practical life skills, sensorial development, and early academic foundations. The center emphasizes peaceful conflict resolution, grace and courtesy lessons, and individualized learning plans. Outdoor classrooms and nature-based learning are integral to their approach, with secure playgrounds designed for different age groups.

Little Lambs provides faith-based early childhood education with a comprehensive curriculum that balances academic preparation and Christian values. Their state-licensed facility features age-appropriate learning centers, secure outdoor play areas, and dedicated infant rooms with low child-to-staff ratios. The curriculum includes phonics-based literacy, hands-on mathematics, STEM activities, and character development lessons. All lead teachers hold early childhood credentials with ongoing professional development. The center maintains strict safety protocols including secured entry systems, comprehensive background checks, and regular safety drills. Nutritious meals and snacks are provided following USDA guidelines.

This nationally accredited KinderCare center serves families throughout Central Illinois with research-based curriculum and comprehensive early childhood programs. Their infant program focuses on sensory development and secure attachments, while preschool and pre-K programs use a balanced learning approach incorporating literacy, mathematics, science, and social skills. The facility features dedicated learning centers, age-appropriate playgrounds, and secure entry systems. All teachers participate in ongoing professional development and many hold bachelor's degrees in early childhood education. The center offers flexible scheduling options and provides nutritious meals prepared in their on-site kitchen. Parent communication includes daily reports and regular developmental updates.