Ronald Knox Montessori School

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Summer Camp

Toddler Summer Camp

Ronald Knox Montessori Toddler Camp is for children entering our Toddler Program this fall.

It's a wonderful opportunity to help your child successfully enter the Toddler Program and create a seamless journey into a new environment.

RKMS children can enjoy the great outdoors, develop friendships and explore the outside and classroom environments all in just 3 weeks!

Children will participate in fun daily activities which will foster the Montessori principles of the child's sense of order, concentration, coordination and independence.

2024 schedule and fees

monday - friday

8:45am - 11:45am

- or -

8:45am - 1:00pm

Note: Children should bring their own lunch when staying until 1:00.

Session 1 July 22 - August 9 (3 weeks) | Cost: $1,050/$1,300

Current Families:

fill out form on Transparent Classroom

Prospective Families:

submit enrollment application

Space is limited and Program is contingent on enrollment.

Transitional Summer Camp

This camp is for children who will be entering their first year of the RKMS Primary program.

The camp is designed to introduce children to the Primary classroom environment and community. This program will begin the process of bringing out a child's sense of order, concentration, coordination, and independence through an emphasis on the Practical Life and Sensorial areas of the classroom. The children will be introduced to ground rules, guidelines, and social expectations that will be an integral part of their experience in the Primary program. They will also begin to explore math and language materials. In addition, the children are allowed ample time to play outside. Outdoor time will feature different activities throughout the week such as nature walks in beautiful Mallinckrodt Park next door, riding a bicycle or scooter, or cooling off under the sprinkler.

2024 schedule and fees

monday - friday

8:45am - 11:45am

- or -

8:45am - 1:00pm

Note: Children should bring their own lunch when staying until 1:00.

Session 1 June 17 - June 28 (2 weeks) | Cost: $700/$865

-- No Camp Week of July 1st through July 5th

Independence Day Holiday --

Session 2 July 8 - July 19 (2 weeks) | Cost: $700/$865

Session 3 July 22 - August 9 (3 weeks) | Cost: $1,050/$1,300

Current Families:

fill out form on Transparent Classroom

Prospective Families:

submit enrollment application

Space is limited and Program is contingent on enrollment.

Primary Summer Camp

Primary Summer Camp is offered to children who will be entering their second or third year of the Primary Program this fall and to Ronald Knox graduates. Each session of Summer Camp will feature an engaging theme.

2024 themes, schedule and fees

monday - friday

8:45am - 1:00pm

Note: Children should bring their own lunch.

Session 1 June 17 - June 28 (2 weeks) | Cost: $865

Week 1 - Spanish Immersion

Immerse your child into a fun-filled week of Spanish. Pack your passport as we explore Spanish-speaking countries. Embrace the culture through art projects, music, dance, games, cooking/food, and other fun activities with Michael Mancera.

Week 2 - Art

Introduce your children to the wonderful world of art using a variety of mediums to allow for individual discovery and creativity.

-- No Camp Week of July 1st through July 5th

Independence Day Holiday --

Session 2 July 8 - July 19 (2 weeks) | Cost: $865

Ride on the Transportation Highway

Uncover the different ways people travel around to get from one place to another all over the world. Field trip included.

Session 3 July 22 - August 9 (3 weeks) | Cost: $1,300

I Didn't Know Reptiles were Cold-Blooded

Discover the mysterious world of reptiles and explore the fascinating nature of these interesting animals. Over the course of three weeks, this odyssey will uncover the enigmatic lives of these cold-blooded vertebrates.

Current Families:

fill out form on Transparent Classroom

Prospective Families:

submit enrollment application

Space is limited and Program is contingent on enrollment.

2031 Elmwood Avenue

Wilmette IL 60091

847-256-2922

We are fully accredited by the American Montessori Society.