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Private Kindergarten · Morton, Illinois

Private kindergarten in Morton, IL.

A big beginning for your child.
Your child builds reading, writing, and math skills through purposeful play, with teachers who know how they learn. Explore a class of 10–12 in Morton, five mornings a week.

Explore the kindergarten experience See tuition
Age 5 by September 30 Monday–Friday, 8 AM⁠–⁠noon 5:1 student-to-teacher ratio January 2027 · 5 Mon–Fri places available

Plan ahead at any time: we take names for future school years year-round. Moving midyear? Children who met the September 30 birthday cutoff can join when a place is available.

A child practicing handwriting at a table in a Spark Academy kindergarten classroom
Time and space to concentrate on something new. Private Kindergarten
For your child
Age 5 by September 30Fully potty trained before starting
Their morning
8:00 AM⁠–⁠12:00 PMMonday–Friday · Five mornings
Monthly tuition
$700/month10 months · Supplies & daily snack included

Class of 10–12 · 5:1 Ratio

Known by name. Learning in their own way.

In a class of 10–12, your child's strengths, questions, and next steps get noticed. Dr. Michelle Peterson's research-informed approach keeps learning personal and purposeful.

  • Strong foundations. Reading, writing, mathematical thinking, and scientific discovery through purposeful play.
  • Growing independence. Solve problems with friends, express ideas, and practice the routines of school.
  • Room to be themselves. A 5:1 student-to-teacher ratio and an individual learning path shaped around your child's development.

When comparing schools, consider the hours, classroom experience, communication with teachers and support your child needs.

See how purposeful play builds learning →
A big beginning An open notebook, building pieces and a folded paper plane evoke writing, making and exploring an idea.
Small Class · 10–12 Students

Doctoral-led kindergarten: five mornings a week (8:00 AM⁠–⁠12:00 PM) with an individualized learning path and daily communication with your child's teachers.

8:00 AM ⁠–⁠ 12:00 PM Rhythm

Four hours, full of possibility.

A familiar daily rhythm builds confidence and stamina for the school years ahead. Every child enjoys all five enrichment subjects each week.

Morning Hours 8:00 AM ⁠–⁠ 12:00 PM
Schedule & Ratio Mon–Fri · 5:1 Ratio
Academic Play
2.5 hours
Literacy, writing, mathematical thinking, and problem-solving through teacher-guided play.
Developmental Playroom
30 minutes
A new monthly setting for imaginative teamwork, leadership, and creative initiative.
Daily Enrichment
30 minutes
Spanish, STEM, Art, Communication, and Music & Movement at kindergarten depth.
Outdoor Play
15 minutes
Fresh air and room to move.
Snack & Bathroom Break
15 minutes
A shared snack and everyday independence.
Which enrichment happens on our days?

Monday: Spanish. Tuesday: STEM. Wednesday: Art. Thursday: Communication. Friday: Music & Movement. Your child enjoys the subjects offered on their attendance days.

Five Mornings a Week

One complete kindergarten year.

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM⁠–⁠12:00 PM. A consistent five-day rhythm throughout the school year.

Curriculum, enrichment, school supplies, art materials, and daily snacks. No supply lists or mid-year costs.

Five-Morning Kindergarten Rhythm

Mon – Fri 8 AM ⁠–⁠ Noon 20 hours / week
All 5 Subjects Enrichment Every school day
Class of 10–12 5:1 Ratio Individualized path

$700 / month

Jan 2027: 5 places available All supplies & snack included

January 2027 Tour: Tap a schedule to pre-fill your visit request

Request a tour · Mon–Fri
  • Billed over 10 months, alongside the public school year: $7,000 in tuition.
  • One $100 non-refundable deposit per child. It is additional to tuition, not credited toward it. Full-year tuition plus this deposit totals $7,100.
  • For a midmonth start, tuition is prorated for the scheduled days from your child's first day.
  • Ask about payment options for your child's start date.

Financial Assistance Available Spark Academy proudly accepts Illinois Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) funding for all core programs. Eligible families may qualify for assistance with preschool costs. Learn More About CCAP

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Common Questions

A few questions, answered.

Straightforward details on the September 30 age cutoff, how Spark compares to public kindergarten, and moving into first grade.

What is the age requirement for Kindergarten?
Your child must be five years old by September 30th and must be fully potty trained. Children who turn 5 between October 1st and November 30th should consider our Kindergarten Prep program.
Why is there no part-time option for Kindergarten?
Kindergarten meets Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM⁠–⁠12:00 PM. A consistent school-week rhythm gives your child daily time for learning, friendships and growing independence. If you're considering a different number of mornings before kindergarten, explore Kindergarten Prep.
How does Spark's Kindergarten compare to public kindergarten?
At Spark, your child learns in a class of 10–12 with a 5:1 student-to-teacher ratio, purposeful play and an individual learning path. The school day ends at noon. When comparing schools, consider the hours, classroom experience, communication with teachers and support your child needs. Tell us what you're looking for and we'll explain how our kindergarten works.
What comes after Spark's Kindergarten?
First grade is the next step to discuss with the elementary school your family chooses. Ask that school about its entry and placement requirements, particularly if your child's birthday falls after its usual cutoff. Talk with us about your plans and the learning information you may need for the transition.
What if we did Kindergarten Prep at Spark last year?
Spark's Kindergarten is a natural continuation for K-Prep families. Your child will already know their teachers, the school's rhythms, and the Purposeful Play Framework. The transition is seamless.
Is there a waitlist?
Spark Kindergarten is capped at 10–12 students. We take names for future school years year-round, even before your child reaches school age. Ask to join the list for the year you have in mind. If you're moving midyear, your child can enroll if they met the age-five-by-September-30 cutoff and a place is available.

Visit Spark Academy

Picture their kindergarten morning.

Meet the teachers, step into the classroom, and picture your child's kindergarten year. You don't need every answer before you visit.

✓ About 30 minutes ✓ Bring your child ✓ No pressure to enroll
Schedule a Tour

Prefer to call? 309-291-3292 We may be in the classroom. Leave a message. We return calls on weekdays, usually the same day.

  1. Request a tour.

    Share your name and a way to reach you. We'll follow up to arrange a time for your family.

  2. See their day. Talk it through.

    Explore the classrooms, meet the team, and talk about the program, schedule, and start date that fit.

  3. Get ready for their first day.

    When you're ready, we'll guide you through enrollment and help your child feel at home.

Have a question before you visit? Ask us. →

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Ask about start dates, schedules, tuition, or your child's first school experience. You don't need to be ready for a tour.

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