Pathway Montessori is an education-based preschool and kindergarten located on Maple Avenue in Downers Grove since 2006. Using the Montessori method of teaching, children from ages three to six are guided through an individualized learning process according to their specific developmental needs. The school is situated on nearly an acre of wooded land in a home-like setting and features a large classroom with an array of creative learning materials specific to Montessori. There also is an outdoor vegetable garden planted and maintained by the children.