LINCOLN CLTRL CTR-MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Lincoln Cltrl Ctr-Montessori Elem is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Kankakee SD 111 school district, located in Kankakee, IL with about 440 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 25 teachers, Lincoln Cltrl Ctr-Montessori Elem has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Lincoln Cultural Center-Montessori Elementary, located at 240 Warren Avenue in Kankakee, Illinois, operates as a specialized public educational institution within the Kankakee School District 111. The school is unique for its commitment to the Montessori pedagogical model, which emphasizes independence, hands-on learning, and a collaborative environment where students often work at their own pace. By utilizing the Montessori philosophy, the school aims to foster a child-centered atmosphere that promotes both academic mastery and social-emotional development.

As part of the broader Lincoln Cultural Center complex, the school benefits from an environment that integrates education with community enrichment. The facility is designed to support the specific needs of Montessori instruction, providing structured, multi-age classroom settings that encourage students to explore subjects through kinesthetic and tactile experiences. By focusing on critical thinking and self-directed activity, Lincoln Montessori strives to provide an alternative educational pathway for families in the Kankakee area who are looking for a more personalized approach to elementary education.

For more information, contact Lincoln Cltrl Ctr-Montessori Elem at (815) 933-0709 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.