Kensington School of Geneva

Bringing Over 50 Years of Excellence in Early Childhood Education to Geneva

Academic Early Childhood Education and Childcare in Geneva

Kensington School of Geneva provides early childhood education and childcare in an exceptional school environment designed to support how young children learn and develop. From infant through Transitional Kindergarten, each stage combines strong educator-child relationships, purposeful learning, and ageappropriate educational experiences that advance academic, social, emotional, and creative development. 

Families throughout Geneva and the Fox Valley seek early childhood education, preschool, and childcare that establish a strong educational foundation while respecting the natural development of young children. At Kensington School of Geneva, children build upon their curiosity as they ask questions, make choices, solve problems, communicate ideas, and develop greater confidence and independence

Why Choose Kensington School of Geneva?

At our Geneva school, children are active participants in their education. Hands-on, project-based learning invites them to ask questions, investigate ideas, make choices, solve problems, and collaborate with others. Experienced educators guide and extend learning, strengthening the academic, social, and emotional skills that contribute to kindergarten readiness and continued educational success. 

Convenient to Geneva and Surrounding Fox Valley Communities

Kensington School of Geneva is located on West State Street (Route 38), just east of Geneva Commons and Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital and minutes west of historic downtown Geneva. The location offers convenient access for families in Geneva, St. Charles, Batavia, Elgin, Elburn, Campton Hills, and nearby Fox Valley communities seeking exceptional early childhood education close to home or work. 

Project Based Learning at Kensington School

Children are naturally inquisitive. They observe, ask questions, and love investigating the world around them. From sensory project-based learning with toddlers to beginning project-based learning in Preschool Prep and collaborative project-based learning for our Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten (Junior Kindergarten) classes, this child-centered approach encourages a child’s intellectual curiosity with focused, hands-on explorations for all ages.

More About Project Based Learning
Two children at Kensington School measuring a homemade building
Students at Kensington School working through muscle Monday activities
A child looking at a sunflower through a magnifying glass at Kensington School
Children looking at a project based learning experiment at Kensington School

Unique to Kensington School of Geneva

Children are encouraged to pursue their curiosity, investigate new ideas, and take an active role in their education. These experiences strengthen confidence and independence, deepen relationships, and help children develop a broader understanding of the world around them. 

The Kensington Tinkerlab

The Kensington Tinkerlab is a place of wonder! In this immersive environment, children are encouraged to explore open-ended materials, innovate and create. Our lab is a fun and interactive way to learn about science, technology, and art!

Organic

Garden

Every Kensington School has its own child planted organic garden. Tending the garden, children develop a positive relationship with nature and organic foods.

Mrs. Health and Happiness

Our nurses are the Mrs. Health & Happiness of each school, instilling life long lessons about best health practices. Our Health and Wellness curriculum promotes the physical, social, and emotional well-being of our entire school community.

"Growing Up Kensington"

Innovative Curriculum for Infants Through Pre-Kindergarten

Curriculum at Kensington School, at every developmental level and in every classroom, is at the heart of what we do. Traditional and academic at its core and forward thinking in educational philosophy, our unique curriculum components actively engage and educate young minds in every step of “Growing Up Kensington.”

Infant

Nursery

6 weeks - 15 months
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Toddlers

15 months - 24 months
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Preschool
Prep

2 years olds - 3 year olds
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Preschool

3 year olds - 4 year olds
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Pre-Kindergarten (Junior Kindergarten)

4 year olds - 5 year olds
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A Safe, Healthy & Happy Environment

The top priority at Kensington School is the health and safety of every child. From our on-site nurses and wellness curriculum to our focus on cleanliness and environments, we take great measures to ensure the safety and well-being of our school community.

Our Health & Wellness Initiatives

As nutrition is vital to building strong bodies and minds, Kensington School serves high quality, natural foods. Children are encouraged to try new foods while allergies and food restrictions are carefully monitored.

Our Menu Options

Kensington School Enrichment Classes 

Kensington School offers a variety of supplemental small group classes that provide additional hands-on learning experiences.
Children will continue to build on existing skills while fostering new interests and talents.
For more information on enrichment classes that will be offered at Kensington School of Geneva,
please contact our admissions team at admissions@kensingtonschool.com.

Reading

This interactive class expands children’s phonetic foundation and letter sound recognition.

Engineering 

This hands-on class sparks ingenuity and teamwork as children develop their problem-solving skills.  

Fine Arts 

Children explore self-expression and creativity through a variety of art mediums and techniques.

Foreign Language

Children explore Spanish through songs, games, and stories with our Spanish Specialists.

Technology

Students experience the integration of electronic tools to further enrich their learning experience.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What ages does Kensington School of Geneva welcome?

Kensington School of Geneva welcomes children from 6 weeks through Transitional Kindergarten, with educational experiences designed for infants, toddlers, preschool prep, preschool, and Transitional Kindergarten.

What makes Kensington School of Geneva different from other early childhood education options?

Kensington School of Geneva combines purposeful education with developmentally appropriate experiences that address the whole child. Children build confidence, independence, strong relationships, and academic, social, and emotional skills while developing the curiosity and critical thinking that support continued learning.

What communities are convenient to Kensington School of Geneva?

Kensington School of Geneva welcomes families from Geneva, St. Charles, Batavia, Elgin, Elburn, Campton Hills, and surrounding Fox Valley communities.

How does Kensington School of Geneva help children prepare for kindergarten?

Kindergarten readiness begins long before a child enters a kindergarten classroom. From the earliest months and years, language-rich environments build communication skills, exposure to new ideas expands understanding, and opportunities to explore and problem-solve develop critical thinking. Daily experiences with educators and other children foster social-emotional development as children learn to communicate their needs, cooperate with others, manage emotions, and navigate relationships. These experiences build progressively, creating a strong foundation for later academic learning, independence, and success in the kindergarten classroom.

How can I schedule a visit to Kensington School of Geneva?

Families interested in Kensington School of Geneva are invited to schedule a school visit to meet our educators, experience the learning environment, and learn more about our educational approach and enrollment opportunities.