From young infants to kindergarten aged children, we provide a safe, warm, and supportive environment tailored to their unique developmental needs. Your child will feel valued and cared for every step of the way.
Our Montessori classrooms and natural play spaces ignite curiosity and creativity. Children explore, question, and learn at their own pace, building confidence and a love for discovery.
With individualized lessons, hands-on learning, and a strong foundation in core academics, we ensure your child gains the skills and knowledge they need for future success.
As a woman-owned, mother-owned, and locally operated school, MKU Bannockburn prides itself on offering:
At MKU Bannockburn, every child benefits from a rich variety of extracurricular activities at no extra cost. Our proprietary enrichment curriculum includes cooking, gardening, yoga, music, and foreign language—offering hands-on experiences that promote creativity, independence, and curiosity across all age levels.
Mealtime is more than just fuel — it’s part of the learning experience. Our food program features fresh, seasonal ingredients and flavorful, multicultural dishes that nourish both body and curiosity. With a focus on variety, balance, and presentation, children are exposed to new tastes and textures in a way that encourages independence and joyful exploration. Families consistently tell us this is one of the things they love most about our school.
We’re more than a school—we’re a supportive, close-knit community. As a locally owned and mother-owned school, we understand the importance of trust, communication, and partnership with parents. Families feel seen, supported, and truly part of their child’s educational journey.
Our team is composed of Montessori-trained professionals dedicated to nurturing the whole child. From fostering independence to encouraging emotional growth, our educators create thoughtful, prepared environments where each child can thrive.
Conveniently located at 1171 Half Day Road, Bannockburn, IL 60015, our school is just minutes from downtown Deerfield, Lake Forest, and Highland Park, as well as highways I-94, and US-41—making daily drop-off and pick-up stress-free for busy families.
We proudly serve children from 6 weeks to 6 years, offering Infant, Toddler, Preschool, and Private Kindergarten programs. Each classroom is designed to meet your child exactly where they are developmentally—nurturing independence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning through our Montessori + Reggio Emilia approach.
We invite you to schedule a tour and see how Montessori Kids Universe Bannockburn is preparing today’s children to become tomorrow’s confident, compassionate leaders.
At MKU Bannockburn, our infant care environment is cozy, warm, and specially designed for mobility.
At MKU Bannockburn, our infant care environment is cozy, warm, and specially designed for mobility.
Our Pre-Primary program is far more than childcare or a traditional classroom. While your little ones will be in a safe, age-appropriate setting, they’ll also be able to satisfy their curiosity and learn about the world around them.
Our Primary program (ages 3–6) offers a mixed-age Montessori classroom where children learn through hands-on, individualized, and one-on-one experiences that support growth at their own pace.
During the summer our children pack their suitcases, grab their passports, and take a fantasy trip through-out the world in our Around-the-World summer curriculum.
DaVinci Kids, the MKU proprietary enrichment curriculum was developed with the objective to foster creativity in our children through the arts and sciences.
Learning at MKU goes beyond early math and language. Our students explore a rich variety of enrichment activities that expand on traditional Montessori education—each designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
Yoga has many benefits that we believe are important for our students. Physically yoga enhances flexibility, strength, coordination and body awareness. Mentally, yoga improves concentration and provides a sense of calmness and relaxation.
Children love planting and harvesting fruits and vegetables in our schools. Watching the plants in our beautiful gardens come to life and then enjoying the fruits of their labor! Our MKU children enjoy working in our gardens several times per week.
Open Monday - Friday From 7 am to 6 pm
We are proud to nurture, inspire and educate children, intrinsically developing a lifelong love of learning. Contact Montessori Kids Universe Bannockburn with the contact information below.
