Illuminare is a Latin verb meaning "to light up," "shine on," or "enlighten", serving as the root for the English word "illuminate". It signifies brightening something, making it clear, or illuminating it literally or figuratively.

A Consistent, Christ-Centered Curriculum

Across every grade level, students encounter:

  • A classical scope and sequence

  • Charlotte Mason-inspired methods

  • A biblical worldview

  • Thoughtful, disciplined instruction

  • Honors children as persons, created in the image of God

  • Educates the whole child—mind, body, and spirit

  • Centers learning on living books rich in truth, beauty, and goodness

  • Uses narration to cultivate attention, understanding, and articulate expression

  • Favors short, focused lessons that foster diligence and joy in learning

  • Integrates nature study as a means of wonder and stewardship of God’s creation

  • Trains habits of virtue such as attention, obedience, and self-discipline

  • Seeks character formation alongside academic excellence

  • Encourages students to engage ideas personally and thoughtfully

Charlotte Mason Philosophy

This program partners with families to raise thoughtful, confident, and grounded young people who love what is good, true, and beautiful and are prepared to live with purpose and faith in the world. We want to illuminate the world with the gospel of Christ.

Join us this Fall of 2026!

Hybrid Model

We partner with families through a flexible on-campus schedule:

Families may choose:

  • 2 days on campus

    OR

  • 4 days on campus

A Classical Education

Forms students to love truth, goodness, and beauty

  • Rooted in the liberal arts and time-tested ideas

  • Emphasizes clear thinking and articulate expression

  • Develops moral wisdom and strong intellectual habits

  • Centers learning on close reading and thoughtful discussion

  • Encourages students to engage ideas deeply and charitably

  • Prepares lifelong learners for faithful leadership and meaningful lives

Illuminare Academy offers a Christian and Classical education for Pre - Kindergarten through 12th grade.

  • Rooted in Truth

  • Forming Wisdom

  • Cultivating Wonder

We will be hosting an informational meeting at the Arlington Heights Library.

500 N Dunton Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL on March 19th at 7pm.

CHRIST CENTERED EDUCATION

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CLASSICAL

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ENTREPRENEURIAL

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CHARLOTTE MASON

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CHRIST CENTERED EDUCATION ~ CLASSICAL ~ ENTREPRENEURIAL ~ CHARLOTTE MASON ~

We will be serving families in the Northwest suburbs of Chicago. We are working on securing our location for Fall 2026.

Keep checking back here for updates!