Illuminate Montessori at Round Rock is one of the largest campuses in our network, rated 4.9 stars by families across nearly 200 Google reviews. Every Lead Guide is Montessori certified, our guides average 15 to 20 years of experience, and our team speaks English, Spanish, French, Hindi and Mandarin. Big windows fill our classrooms with natural light, and three age-specific playgrounds include a shaded play area built around a big tree. With low ratios, a themed summer program, school-wide celebrations and an Elementary program opening for the 2027–28 school year, Round Rock is a place where children are known and supported.
Why families choose us
- All Lead Guides certified
- Guides average 15–20 years of experience
- Low ratios: 1:3 in Nido and 1:7 in Toddler
- Elementary program
- High family retention
- Safe location near hospitals and clinics
- 4.9-star Google rating from nearly 200 reviews
Schedule Your Visit to Round Rock
See our prepared environment for yourself. We host weekday tours by appointment for families considering Illuminate Montessori.
Programs Offered
- Ages served: 6 weeks - 12 years
Nido
A nurturing Montessori environment designed to support infants during the earliest stages of development.
Ages: 6 weeks to 18 months
Toddler
A carefully prepared environment that encourages independence, language development, movement, and exploration.
Ages: 16 months to 3 years
Children's House
A multi-age Montessori classroom that fosters concentration, confidence, social development, and academic readiness.
Ages: 3 to 6 years
Kindergarten
A comprehensive Montessori kindergarten experience that builds leadership, independence, and advanced academic skills.
Elementary
An engaging elementary program serving children through age 12, encouraging critical thinking, collaboration, and a lifelong love of learning.
- Authentic Montessori learning environments
- Carefully prepared classrooms that foster independence and confidence
- Individualized learning experiences tailored to each child
- Experienced and dedicated Montessori educators
- Strong family-school partnerships
- Focus on academic, social, emotional, and physical development
- Warm and welcoming school community
- Spacious outdoor environment that encourages movement, discovery, and a connection with nature
Admissions
We welcome families year-round based on program availability. We encourage interested families to schedule a tour to experience our Montessori environment firsthand, meet our leadership team, and learn more about our programs.
During your visit, you’ll have the opportunity to explore our classrooms, learn about the Montessori approach, and discuss your child’s unique developmental needs and educational goals.
Our admissions team is committed to making the enrollment process smooth and supportive, and we look forward to partnering with families as they begin their Montessori journey.
Eva Duan
Eva Duan serves as the Senior Head of School and Pedagogy Officer for TNC Schools. With more than 20 years of experience in education and Montessori leadership, she has dedicated her career to building strong school communities, developing effective leaders, and creating environments where children, families, and educators can thrive.
Throughout her career, Eva has guided schools through periods of growth, transformation, and leadership development. As the Founding Head of School of Guidepost Montessori at Bee Cave, she successfully transformed a newly acquired campus into a thriving Montessori community. She later led Guidepost Montessori at Cypress Creek, where she built a high-performing team and established the campus as a model of program quality, operational excellence, and community engagement.
In her current role, Eva partners with school leaders to strengthen leadership practices, enhance program quality, and develop sustainable systems that help schools flourish. She is passionate about preserving the authenticity of Montessori education while empowering leaders and educators to create exceptional experiences for children and families.
Outside of work, Eva enjoys cooking, practicing yoga, gardening, and hosting tea parties with her three-year-old daughter.
Frequently Asked Questions
• Nido: 6 weeks to 18 months
• Toddler: 18 months to 3 years
• Children’s House: 3 to 6 years, including Kindergarten
Elementary (6 to 12 years) isn’t offered at Round Rock yet. We’re planning to open an Elementary program here for the 2027–28 school year.
• Nido: 3 or 5 full days a week
• Toddler: 3 or 5 full days a week, or 3 or 5 half days a week (pick-up by 12:30 PM)
• Children’s House: 5 full days a week, or 5 half days a week (pick-up by 12:30 PM)
There’s no separate charge for before- or after-care. Our full-day programs include the early-morning and evening hours for families who need them.
• Nido: 1 guide for every 3 children, with a maximum of 6 children per room
• Toddler: 1 guide for every 7 children, with a maximum of 12 children per room
• Children’s House: 1 guide for every 12 children, with a maximum of 24 children per room with 2 guides, or 30 with 3 guides
• August 3–5, 2026: school preparation days
• September 7, 2026: Labor Day
• October 9, 2026 and February 12, 2027: professional development days
• October 12, 2026: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples’ Day
• November 26–27, 2026: Thanksgiving
• December 24–25, 2026: winter holiday
• January 1, 2027: New Year’s Day
• January 18, 2027: Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• February 15, 2027: Presidents’ Day
• May 31, 2027: Memorial Day
• June 18, 2027: Juneteenth
• July 5, 2027: Independence Day (observed)
We stay open with holiday programming on Veterans Day (November 11), fall break (November 23–25), winter break (December 21–23 and 28–31), spring break (March 15–19) and summer break (July 6–9). This year’s school-wide events are Fall Fest (October 23), our Winter Recital (December 11), Spring Fest (March 26) and a summer field trip (July 23). Contact us for our full 2026–27 calendar. For bad weather, we follow local ISD guidelines. If we close, we’ll text or email families as early as possible.
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