Wellesley Cooperative Nursery School was founded in 1945 and is dedicated to the education of young children. There are numerous programs to chose from based on the age of the child and hours made available. Programs include Play and Sing, Junior, Senior, afternoon, extended day, and summer programs. All of these offer a wide range of activities and learning for children.
RCS Learning Center is located on a quaint street with little traffic, across the street from a church. The center has many windows which let in plenty of light and a nice, well maintained, fenced in playground is available for the children. RCS Learning Center was designed to provide an educational environment for children with autism or other developmental disabilities. The school uses the applied behavior analysis principles in its teaching methods.
McLean Preschool is a state-licensed school open to children ages 2 1/2 to 5 years old. Located at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, the program looks to instill intellectual values in children while still maintaining thier sense of fun through structured activities and playtime.
The Acton Barn Cooperative Nursery School serves children from ages two years and nine months to five years. The morning class program gives parents a choice of two, three or four days of classes for their children. The afternoon provides a three-day program only. Its program is designed to enhance children's social, emotional, educational and physical growth, through a combination of parent and staff cohesiveness. Parents get involved at the school; for example, everyday, there are two to three parents who help out at the barn.
The Blue Bell School of Dance is a studio that has been in existence and family operated since 1967. Founded by accomplished dancer Irene Evans and now under direction of her daughter Wanda Preston, the BBSD offers classes in tap, jazz, ballet, modern, ballroom and even wedding preparation to all ages. No matter what level or ambition, the school accepts all students. See its website for more information, including class schedules.
Valley Christian School seeks to partner with parents to give children an excellent education and a Christ-centered faith. The school teaches subjects through a biblical lens, under the light of Christ. Since 1974, VCS has been supported financially and by prayer from Huntington Valley Presbyterian Church.
Our Lady of Fatima School is associated with Holy Family Catholic Church, and the two facilities share the same grounds. The school serves students kindergarten through eighth grade, providing them with an academic program that integrates Catholic teachings and gospel values of faith, hope and charity. The faculty aims to provide students with the spiritual and educational development needed for a lifetime of learning. Our Lady of Fatima was established in 1948 and has since been recognized for its educational excellence.
This Montessori school has a beautiful front garden, backyard playground, and is located on a quiet street. The school offers a diverse assortment of extracurricular activities for your pre-school toddler, including gymnastics, music, and gardening.
All teachers here have obtained an AMI (Association Montessori International) degree and advance the school's mission of helping children "develop within themselves the fundamental habits, attitudes, skills, and ideas which are essential for a lifetime of creative thinking and learning."
Brophy Elementary was named for educators Rose Brophy and her sister Anna Brophy.
Located in the west end of town, Brophy hosts an annual Science Fair, Math Night, Variety Show, and Multicultural Fair. Brophy's Kids Who Care Club has been nationally recognized for its community service projects.
Genzyme Corporation partners with Brophy for the Reading Pals program where volunteers read with 1st grade partners weekly. Other activities include Family Fun Nights and the annual Welcome Picnic.
The elementary school has English Language Learner (ELL) programs in Spanish.
The principal is Frank Rothwell.
The school has about 450 students. Seventeen percent of the students are special education students and more than 60% of the students indicated English is not their first language.
The YMCA offers an after-care program on-site, for an additional fee.
