Forest Bluff School

4 reviews

+1 (847) 295-8338

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Montessori From the Start, written by co-founders Lynn Lillard Jessen and Paula Polk Lillard

Secondary Level Spring Camping/Canoe Trip

Two Elementary students work together to complete a research project.

Secondary Level students on a backpacking trip.

Forest Bluff classrooms and patios enjoy natural light.

A toddler enjoys our Parent Infant/Child Series.

8 W Scranton Ave

Lake Bluff, IL 60044

+1 (847) 295-8338

http://forestbluffschool.org

Forest Bluff School is a non-profit, independent Montessori school that serves students between the ages of 18 months to 14 years old. The school was founded by Paula Polk Lillard, Lynn Jessen and Jane Linari.

Students are placed in one of four groups: young children (18 months to 3 years old); children's house (3 to 6 years old); elementary level (6 to 12 years old); and secondary level (12 to 14 years old).

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5.04 reviews

Brian S.

12/11/2024

As part of my Montessori training, I have observed in Forest Bluff classrooms extensively at almost every age level and have been deeply impressed by the consistent authenticity and care, both of...

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Ann W.

7/21/2019

Both my son and daughter went through FB from 18 months to eighth grade. I wouldn't trade this experience for the world and neither would they. Now 17 and 20, they express deep gratitude for the...

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John K.

6/7/2016

Our teenage son's ability to self-regulate can be traced back to the Young Children's Community at Forest Bluff. At the early ages of 18mos - 3 years, he was developing self-restraint,...

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TD D.

5/15/2015

I recommend Forest Bluff School for your children's preschool, kindergarten and elementary school options in Lake Bluff, Lake Forest and the North Shore. Please tour Forest Bluff - an...

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