The following is a list of the institutions from which our educators hold degrees:

• Ashford University
• College of DuPage
• Concordia University (Chicago)
• DePaul University
• Eastern Illinois University
• Illinois State University
• Iowa State University
• North Central College
• Northern Illinois University
• Northern Michigan University
• Northland College
• Olivet Nazarene University
• Louis University
• University of West Florida
• University of St. Francis
• Western Illinois University

Teachers receive thorough training through The Compass School regarding Illinois Department of Child and Family Services child care rules & regulations, the Reggio-Inspired philosophy, the project approach and more. State standards are met at all times regarding First Aid, CPR, recognition of communicable disease and child abuse training.