illumine

03/17/2026

Not all updates are serious.
And some are just a full comedy special 😂💤
Because childhood isn’t just milestones - it’s these little in-between moments 💜
And that’s exactly why we love what we do 💜

02/01/2026

01/21/2026

Switching platforms is a big step.

So we started by walking Laura and her team through the platform, training every staff member, and staying available with 24/7 support whenever they needed us — as we always do.

That’s what partnership looks like to us 🤝

10/08/2025

Too many childcare centers run on hope, not a plan. But when the unexpected enrollment dips, and surprise expenses turn up… Hope doesn’t pay the bills.

In our latest Circle Time Conversation, Tim Seldin unpacks…
• Why money talk is leadership, not taboo
• How to plan for security & contingencies
• The tools that turn chaos into consistency

🎧 YouTube ➝ https://youtu.be/rwd_cLcu2kU?si=zm4RmxcjMOleOHtF
🎧 Spotify ➝ https://bit.ly/437eW5G

08/20/2025

Most childcare centers grow through word of mouth.
It’s safe. It’s familiar. And it works… until it doesn’t.

Relying only on referrals means you’re leaving your enrollment (and your income) to chance.
If you want full classrooms, a waitlist, and parents who rave about you, you need a real plan.

That’s why Tim Seldin, President of The Montessori Foundation, is sharing his proven, practical playbook for:

✨ Turning happy parents into your best marketing team
✨ Filling seats without burning yourself out
✨ Building a brand parents instantly trust

🗓️ Date: 27th Aug | 28th Aug, 2025
⏰ Time: 1 pm EST | 7 pm EST

Save your spot: https://try.illumine.app/tims-marketing-webinar?hs_preview=HWhzVSsE-194695797933

07/22/2025

Put the President of The Montessori Foundation and the Chief of Provider Services in one room and what do you get?

The most comprehensive enrollment bootcamp for early educators and preschool owners!

illumine is proud to present THE enrollment bootcamp, where guest speakers Tim Seldin and Darlene Jones, derive from their combined experience of 60 years in early childcare.

🗓️ Date: 2nd August, 2025
🕰️ Time: 10:00 to 12:30 AM
📍 Location: 151, W Lyman Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789

The bootcamp will cover:
✅ Actionable insights from 6 industry experts in the early childcare industry
✅ Real case studies from fast-growing childcare centers
✅ Insider tips that actually work in today’s competitive market
✅ An exclusive showcase of ✨ AI technology ✨ built exclusively for childcare centers

07/17/2025

Discover the 9 essential pillars that drive preschool success—so you can lead with clarity, strategy, and impact.

Join Tim Seldin - Author, Educator and President of The Montessori Foundation - for the first webinar of Circle Time Conversations with Tim.

📌 Topic: The 360° Blueprint to Run Your Preschool
🗓️ Date: July 30 | 7 PM EST | 4 PM PST
🎙️ In Conversation : Tim Seldin and Navneet Rastogi
🔗 Register Now: https://try.illumine.app/-circle-time-conversations-webinar-one

Whether you're navigating staffing, admissions, or parent communication, this session will help you zoom out and see the full picture. Don’t miss it!

06/24/2025

We just wrapped up the Preschool Enrollment Bootcamp in Winter Park, and what an incredible day it was! 💥

Led by our Founder & CEO, Navneet Rastogi, the event brought together preschool owners, directors, and early years leaders for a focused, action-driven experience.

This wasn’t just another workshop. It was a deep dive into:
✨Real enrollment and administrative hurdles schools face daily
✨AI-powered features that unlock efficiency and clarity
✨Frameworks to streamline operations and boost admissions
✨Practical strategies schools can implement immediately

What stood out the most? The open, honest conversations — and the “aha” moments 💡 as educators realized how much time and effort they could save.

To everyone who joined us — thank you. Your energy, ideas, and passion for making a difference made this event truly special.
Here’s to building smarter, stronger preschools — and supporting the educators who make it all happen.

06/19/2025

✨ Imagine a preschool where AI help you boost enrollments! ✨

This isn’t just wishful thinking. illumine makes it possible.

Ready to see how it works?
At the Preschool Bootcamps, we’ll show you how to unlock AI’s full potential to streamline your operations and accelerate growth 🏎️

Get hands-on with marketing workshops, dive into real-world success stories, and walk away with practical strategies to grow your preschool!

Join us in Orlando on June 21 or New York on June 28.
📍Register for the Orlando Bootcamp: https://hubs.li/Q03sRyFt0
📍Register for the New York Bootcamp: https://hubs.li/Q03sRyvh0

05/30/2025

Discipline isn’t about control, it’s about connection.

Try these 5 effective strategies to help children understand their emotions, build self-control, and feel safe when things go wrong:

🔸 Plan one-on-one time
Regular attention reduces acting out and builds a strong bond.

🔸 Look for the why
Behavior is often a signal. Understanding the root cause leads to better solutions.

🔸 Use ‘time-in,’ not ‘time-out’
Stay with the child during tough moments. Sit quietly, breathe together, and talk it through when they’re ready.

🔸 Involve kids in rule-setting
When children help create the rules, they’re more likely to follow them.

🔸 Problem-solve together
Guide them to think through solutions. It builds trust, empathy, and life skills.