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Private Kindergarten · Morton, Illinois

Small class. A big beginning.

A kindergarten year filled with stories, discoveries, and growing independence. Five mornings a week, with teachers who know how your child learns.

Schedule a Tour Tuition & enrollment
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
$700All-inclusive · Supplies & daily snack

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.
See how purposeful play builds learning
A child practicing handwriting at a table in a Spark Academy kindergarten classroom
Time and space to concentrate on something new.

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.

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.

One complete kindergarten year.

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

$700 / month

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

  • Billed over 10 months, alongside the public school year.
  • $100 non-refundable deposit reserves your child's spot.
  • Save 10% when you pay for the full year by August 15.

Now accepting Illinois Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP). Eligible families can use CCAP towards tuition.

Start with a visit to Spark

A few questions, answered.

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 at Spark is a Monday–Friday program only. Consistency is a core component of what makes the Kindergarten year effective — daily attendance builds the academic stamina, social routines, and self-regulation skills that research shows are among the strongest predictors of long-term school success. A partial schedule doesn't allow those patterns to develop fully.
How does Spark's Kindergarten compare to public kindergarten?
The most significant differences are class size (10–12 vs. 20–25), student-to-teacher ratio (5:1 vs. typically 25:1), curriculum philosophy (play-based vs. increasingly formal), and individualization (assessment-driven learning paths vs. pacing-guide instruction). Spark's program is not longer in the day — it is smaller, more intentional, and more personalized.
What comes after Spark's Kindergarten?
Most Spark Kindergarten graduates transition to first grade in public or private elementary school. They consistently arrive academically prepared, socially confident, and experienced in the daily routines of full-time school. Several families have reported that their children tested into advanced reading or math groupings in first grade.
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. If you're interested, we recommend scheduling a tour early to discuss availability.

Picture their kindergarten morning.

Meet the teachers, step into the classroom, and see how your child could grow here. We're happy to talk through your questions before you visit, too.

Your information is private. We'll only use it to answer your question.

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