https://www.ganmontessori.org/our-montessori-classroom daily 0.75 2024-03-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/1965aa29-db9b-4641-98d4-d3b488a92770/Group+1454.png Our Montessori Classroom - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/9c47368a-c131-48d9-b8ec-3e1429dcc356/Practical_life.png Our Montessori Classroom - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/d1cd577c-15be-4af9-8585-0822f9976a2d/sensorial.png Our Montessori Classroom - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/c2963e89-1da0-4149-bb55-430f04609d05/beads.png Our Montessori Classroom - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/3e2af259-bb65-44ab-a99a-9859fc98bf4d/language.png Our Montessori Classroom - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/c4808c93-fb20-45c2-a2c8-31db0fd42b97/science.png Our Montessori Classroom - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/df37a5b4-962a-4ede-a662-414d6afeab13/outdoors.png Our Montessori Classroom - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/c9230dca-8bd2-48b5-9ec2-92d5032c8529/enrichment.png Our Montessori Classroom - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.ganmontessori.org/program daily 0.75 2026-01-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/1806e889-627f-4d32-831e-a30c3661bca5/Our+Program+hero+image.png Our Program - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/e7bd86a5-9d27-430c-b1cc-dcb8bd5a15cb/Gan+Montessori+Jewish+Classroom https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/fb4bcaed-1146-4e30-9f8f-9451af6b5e3d/Gan+Montessori+%7C+Jewish+Classroom+Teacher+as+Guide https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/ff90f561-4283-4b21-b32c-96218088b33c/beads.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/4f74c2ab-2bc1-4491-94af-9658c84c8471/Gan+Montessori+Wilmette+Core+Program Our Program - Our Core Program The Montessori classroom is a “living room” for children, designed to facilitate maximum independent learning and exploration by each child. No subject is taught in isolation; the curriculum is interdisciplinary. Language Math Practical Life Sensorial Art, Science & Culture Outdoor Living https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/ebc27292-4cf6-4fe9-bc39-8ccf4c4e6079/MontessoriFINALS--14.jpg Our Program - Our Judaic Curriculum Academic achievement alone does not prepare one for life. Our fully integrated Judaic program includes timeless Jewish lessons and momentous occasions your child will carry with them for life. 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Book a tour to see our classroom, outdoor play area, prairie garden, activities, and so much more. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/cf0d066c-32ba-490e-8ed4-e4e13f35cc3c/MontessoriFINALS--4.jpg Our Program - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.ganmontessori.org/contact-us daily 0.75 2024-03-27 https://www.ganmontessori.org/book-a-tour daily 0.75 2022-06-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/27a4f579-ba95-4a0e-bb76-248cb790f3ab/gan.png Book a Tour - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/addf5b64-33e5-41b7-8d84-d2ae41e68691/MontessoriFINALS--17.jpg Book a Tour - Book a Tour We look forward to showing you our sun-drenched classroom, outdoor play area and prairie garden. We’ll answer your questions, discuss your child's needs, and so much more. https://www.ganmontessori.org/about daily 0.75 2026-01-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/c89c569c-a6ab-4406-a410-8e287835e9fa/curious.png About Us - Children are curious. Children crave learning; we need only draw them in with inspiration and guidance. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/46212e99-9145-45c8-8a22-1a17f297fe77/guidance.png About Us - Children need guidance. Children thrive with safety, and learn best in a prepared, secure environment. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/47e4586f-351c-498c-a613-674efa7746a8/fingerprint.png About Us - Children are unique. Every child learns at their own pace. Honoring that increases joy in learning. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/4b56dd22-ea5c-4703-8868-b56a1ac30bf4/voice.png About Us - Children have an inner voice. The Jewish moral concepts we teach help them find it – and listen close. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/c55bed5c-c74b-44d8-8315-2793feb5609b/leaders.png About Us - Children are leaders. When we trust, inspire, and guide, they become leaders in their world. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/37caa45e-fb7d-45d9-b8df-168132cfc1d1/Esther+leah+Teldon.jpg About Us - Esther Leah Teldon, M.Ed. HEAD OF SCHOOL Esther Leah, a Wilmette native, first discovered her love of early childhood education as a preschool teacher in Brooklyn, NY and has never turned back. Esther Leah brings her vast experience and warm, welcoming spirit into all her programs, fostering a love of learning for every child. She serves as the director of the Wilmette Community Hebrew School, and in 2021, was awarded JUF's '36 Under 36' Young Jewish Leadership Award but most enjoys time spent at home with her husband and six children. She earned her teacher's certification from the Machon Shoshana in Jerusalem and a Masters in Early Childhood and Special Ed from the Erikson Institute. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/1ad23c17-15d7-4778-9d1e-fa73ebd5cbc3/Rivka.jpg About Us - Rivka Benjamin, LCSW CURRICULUM DIRECTOR Rivka Benjamin CURRICULUM DIRECTOR Rivka Benjamin has been immersed in Montessori educational philosophies ever since her youth, when her parents opened the first Jewish Montessori preschool in her native New Jersey hometown. Since then, she has taught, directed, and consulted for Montessori schools across the East Coast and, more recently, at Chiaravalle, Evanston. As an AMS-certified teacher and social worker, Rivka’s passion lies in meeting children where they are, following their journey, and implementing an individualistic approach to its fullest. Rivka, along with her husband and one-year-old twins, loves to travel, explore nature, and try new things. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/97e8dd64-bd60-4ac6-b28c-525b8cce42fd/Petra+Profile.png About Us - Petra Barton primary HEAD TEACHER Petra has been guiding children in Montessori classrooms for over a decade, with experience in public, private, and religious school settings. She completed her AMI Primary training in Portland, Oregon, and has called Chicago home for the past seven years. Petra is especially drawn to the Practical Life area of the classroom, where she introduces her passion for baking, sewing, and art to the children. She loves how Montessori integrates fine and gross motor development with practical, real-world skills. Outside of school, Petra enjoys traveling, spending time by the lake, and working on pottery and sewing projects. She lives in the city with her husband and their beloved dog, Barley. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/262e0c2c-fcc2-498b-9150-12da8aad29e7/MiriamSPicture.jpg About Us - Miriam Schneiderman Assistant Teacher Miriam holds a degree in Early Child Education and has over 20 years of experience in the classroom. Her passion for teaching is evident in the way she interacts with each child and responds to their specific needs. She is a firm believer that no two children are alike and therefore helps each child grow in their own way. In her downtime, she enjoys spending time with her husband and four children and spoiling her dog, cat and bunny. She also likes to go on nature hikes and attend Pilates classes. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/c015960c-ffd5-41e2-b00f-1825193f350a/Copy+of+Profile+Photos+for+Gan+Montessori+%284%29.png About Us - Clare Heath Montessori Educational Consultant Clare is a coach and Montessori educational consultant with over twenty years of experience working with children from toddler through eighth grade. As a teacher, she was sparked by Montessori’s concepts of spiritual preparation, observation and reflection, and building meaningful relationships with children and families. Clare worked as the Assistant Head of School at Chiaravalle Montessori School in Evanston, Illinois. She cares deeply about supporting teachers, administrators, and families so they can bring their best selves and skills to working with our children. Clare is the mother of a tween and a teen and enjoys drinking tea, playing guitar and singing, being in nature, serving as a doula, and hosting dance parties. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/c87f6f4a-b900-436b-9a69-50120bc2c050/joel.jpg About Us - Joel Davis SCHOOL ADVISOR Rivka Benjamin CURRICULUM DIRECTOR Rivka Benjamin has been immersed in Montessori educational philosophies ever since her youth, when her parents opened the first Jewish Montessori preschool in her native New Jersey hometown. Since then, she has taught, directed, and consulted for Montessori schools across the East Coast and, more recently, at Chiaravalle, Evanston. As an AMS-certified teacher and social worker, Rivka’s passion lies in meeting children where they are, following their journey, and implementing an individualistic approach to its fullest. Rivka, along with her husband and one-year-old twins, loves to travel, explore nature, and try new things. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/275893e3-aeae-4b71-b662-d5c6275a8964/Jill2.jpg About Us - Jill GreerSCHOOL advisor Jill has held leadership positions at Montessori schools and Jewish organizations for 25 years. Jill is a founding Board member of Beacon Academy, a Montessori high school in Evanston, IL and served as a Trustee at Chiaravalle Montessori School, an early childhood to 8th-grade Montessori school in Evanston, IL. In 2003, Jill founded the Jewish Federations of North America’s (JFNA) Tax-exempt Bond Program. Previously, Jill was a Vice President in Municipal Finance at Goldman, Sachs & Co. Jill received her MBA from the Kellogg Graduate School of Management and a BS from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/85df9151-93c8-478b-bb67-41cbb93c67bb/Copy+of+Profile+Photos+for+Gan+Montessori+%283%29.png About Us - Doron Friedman SCHOOL ADVISOR Doron Friedman SCHOOL ADVISOR Jill Greer has held leadership positions at Montessori schools and Jewish organizations for 25 years. Jill is a founding Board member of Beacon Academy, a Montessori high school in Evanston, IL and served as a Trustee at Chiaravalle Montessori School, an early childhood to 8th-grade Montessori school in Evanston, IL. In 2003, Jill founded the Jewish Federations of North America’s (JFNA) Tax-exempt Bond Program. Previously, Jill was a Vice President in Municipal Finance at Goldman, Sachs & Co. Jill received her MBA from the Kellogg Graduate School of Management and a BS from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/9e98b128-e7fc-4964-994b-0ed4d48d4572/Lauren.jpg About Us - Lauren Weiss NUTRITIONIST Lauren is a Certified Clinical Nutritionist who served as director of Pulling Down the Moon’s nutrition department, focusing on fertility, pre, and post-natal nutrition. In addition, she focuses on digestive and hormonal health in her private practice. Lauren has extensive experience in meal planning for both her patients and organizations. In addition to consulting with dozens of Chicago businesses on employee nutritional wellness, she also developed Keshet’s MY Life Residential community’s meal program. Lauren currently resides in Glenview, where she is constantly trying new healthy and delicious meals for her family. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/328b9f9a-2d2e-4533-9e9b-62485884ee29/Audrey+Profile+Photos+for+Gan+Montessori.png About Us Audrey FellandToddler Head Teacher Originally from the Midwest, Audrey earned her degree in Speech Pathology from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. She began her career as a Montessori assistant and quickly fell in love with the philosophy, later earning her Early Childhood certification from Seton Montessori Institute. With over six years of lead teaching experience in Chicagoland, she brings warmth, insight, and a passion for child development. Audrey also holds training in behavioral therapy and founded Mindful Journey Montessori to support families during the pandemic. Outside the classroom, she enjoys gardening, yoga, nature walks, and spending time with her two cats, Marlowe and Leo. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/de9d09fd-cd1f-4048-a3a4-249d8d4dc038/Gan+Montessori+Jewsih+School+Wilmette+Staff About Us - Extraordinary people. Exceptional standards. Our loving, highly trained teachers show a level of commitment to each child that does not stop at the classroom door. Each Gan Montessori Teacher: Holds Early Childhood credentials from AMS affiliated Teacher Education Programs Participates in ongoing education workshops Has CPR/First Aid training https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/38e3af42-25cb-4e8a-afb2-8e2c77dd8ac0/gan_star.png About Us - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/439f0be0-719e-4b63-8d8c-12018e3d517f/Gan+Montessori+Jewish+School+Wilmette+menu About Us - Fresh, flavorful, kosher, yummy. Montessori views lunchtime as an important part of learning. When we feed little bodies properly, we enable them to focus, learn, and play. We will work with parents of children with allergies to ensure a safe learning environment where kids can focus without fear. Lunch is included in Gan Montessori’s program Healthful, balanced menu plans, crafted by a nutritionist https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/e5753ece-fc9c-4917-bc67-4a7d55e12bc8/community2.gif About Us - Our deep community roots help us flourish. As an integral part of Chabad of Wilmette’s educational mission, we have more than 30 years of experience providing innovative and fun educational programs, from Hebrew School and Bat Mitzvah Clubs to Mommy & Me and CTeen clubs. We welcome Jewish children of all affiliations and levels of observance. https://www.ganmontessori.org/enroll daily 0.75 2022-05-05 https://www.ganmontessori.org/our-program-old daily 0.75 2023-01-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/e7bd86a5-9d27-430c-b1cc-dcb8bd5a15cb/Gan+Montessori+Jewish+Classroom Our Program (old) - 3 Years, 1 Class Our multi-age classroom creates a mini-community. With the freedom to freely interact with different ages, your child will develop socially, as well as build their sense of self. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/fb4bcaed-1146-4e30-9f8f-9451af6b5e3d/Gan+Montessori+%7C+Jewish+Classroom+Teacher+as+Guide Our Program (old) - Teacher as Guide Our Montessori teachers view themselves less as instructors and more as guides, creating environments that allow their students to trust themselves as learners. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/ff90f561-4283-4b21-b32c-96218088b33c/beads.png Our Program (old) - Holistic Learning Holistic Learning Gan Montessori’s unique focus on the development of each person as a complete human being provides a strong foundation for success in all areas of life. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/4f74c2ab-2bc1-4491-94af-9658c84c8471/Gan+Montessori+Wilmette+Core+Program Our Program (old) - Our Core Program The Montessori classroom is a “living room” for children, designed to facilitate maximum independent learning and exploration by each child. No subject is taught in isolation; the curriculum is interdisciplinary. Language Math Practical Life Sensorial Science & Culture Outdoor Living https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/ebc27292-4cf6-4fe9-bc39-8ccf4c4e6079/MontessoriFINALS--14.jpg Our Program (old) - Our Judaic Curriculum Academic achievement alone does not prepare one for life. Our fully integrated Judaic program includes timeless Jewish lessons and momentous occasions your child will carry with them for life. Chagim (Holidays) Special Shabbat activities (Songs, stories, and baking) Birthday Celebrations The Aleph Bet (Hebrew alphabet) Jewish stories and heroes https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/2d800632-7475-4b73-9112-6bb8eee3e25f/Gan+Montessori+Wilmette+enrichment+Curriculum Our Program (old) - Enrichment Curriculum At the Gan, “extracurricular” activities are just as important as academic achievements. As children engage in more relaxing activities and their minds take a break, they learn body awareness & important social skills. Baking Cooking Yoga Music Time Nature Walks And so much more! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/addf5b64-33e5-41b7-8d84-d2ae41e68691/Gan+Montessori+Wilmette+Visit+the+gan+in+person Our Program (old) - Visit the Gan in person! Book a tour to see our classroom, outdoor play area, prairie garden, activities, and so much more. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/cf0d066c-32ba-490e-8ed4-e4e13f35cc3c/MontessoriFINALS--4.jpg Our Program (old) - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.ganmontessori.org/our-program-copy daily 0.75 2023-01-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/1806e889-627f-4d32-831e-a30c3661bca5/Our+Program+hero+image.png Our Program (Copy) - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/e7bd86a5-9d27-430c-b1cc-dcb8bd5a15cb/Gan+Montessori+Jewish+Classroom Our Program (Copy) - 3 Years, 1 Class Our multi-age classroom creates a mini-community. With the freedom to freely interact with different ages, your child will develop socially, as well as build their sense of self. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/fb4bcaed-1146-4e30-9f8f-9451af6b5e3d/Gan+Montessori+%7C+Jewish+Classroom+Teacher+as+Guide Our Program (Copy) - Teacher as Guide Our Montessori teachers view themselves less as instructors and more as guides, creating environments that allow their students to trust themselves as learners. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/ff90f561-4283-4b21-b32c-96218088b33c/beads.png Our Program (Copy) - Holistic Learning Holistic Learning Gan Montessori’s unique focus on the development of each person as a complete human being provides a strong foundation for success in all areas of life. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/4f74c2ab-2bc1-4491-94af-9658c84c8471/Gan+Montessori+Wilmette+Core+Program Our Program (Copy) - Our Core Program The Montessori classroom is a “living room” for children, designed to facilitate maximum independent learning and exploration by each child. No subject is taught in isolation; the curriculum is interdisciplinary. Language Math Practical Life Sensorial Science & Culture Outdoor Living https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/ebc27292-4cf6-4fe9-bc39-8ccf4c4e6079/MontessoriFINALS--14.jpg Our Program (Copy) - Our Judaic Curriculum Academic achievement alone does not prepare one for life. Our fully integrated Judaic program includes timeless Jewish lessons and momentous occasions your child will carry with them for life. Chagim (Holidays) Special Shabbat activities (Songs, stories, and baking) Birthday Celebrations The Aleph Bet (Hebrew alphabet) Jewish stories and heroes https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/2d800632-7475-4b73-9112-6bb8eee3e25f/Gan+Montessori+Wilmette+enrichment+Curriculum Our Program (Copy) - Enrichment Curriculum At the Gan, “extracurricular” activities are just as important as academic achievements. As children engage in more relaxing activities and their minds take a break, they learn body awareness & important social skills. Baking Cooking Yoga Music Time Nature Walks And so much more! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6230d269f996ef45a53b54f8/addf5b64-33e5-41b7-8d84-d2ae41e68691/Gan+Montessori+Wilmette+Visit+the+gan+in+person Our Program (Copy) - Visit the Gan in person! 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