Humboldt Park Montessori School

In 2015, Humboldt Park Montessori opened its first classroom with eight children. The Chicago school offers Montessori education, with adults observing each child and providing individualized lessons suited to their skills and interests. Literacy instruction includes hands-on materials and phonics, while elementary students learn to research questions and connect reading to personal interests. Its nature playground gives children opportunities to explore, build, climb, and learn outdoors. The school's guiding principles include honoring each child's learning journey and incorporating justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion into classroom lessons and family resources. For the 2025-2026 school year, it planned to serve 60 children in three classrooms. The school announced it would close in December 2025, with its Lantern Walk on December 19 as its final event.