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About Newton School for Children Preschool in Newton, MA
Newton School for Children has been a well-known and trusted name in child care in the Newton area and surrounding communities since 1982. We believe that children are capable of learning at an early age and should be challenged intellectually, socially, emotionally and physically.
Our preschool is a place where learning is based on exploring, questioning and problem-solving, all of which help children to develop a positive self-image. The curriculum, environment, and teachers all promote Newton School for Children’s mission.
How To Find Our School
Newton School for Children is conveniently located off of Washington and Adams street in Newton Corner. The Center is located in close proximity to both the Mass Turnpike and Rte. 128.
Cadence KickStart™ Soccer
Big Fun. Little Players. Growing Confidence.
Cadence KickStart™ Soccer is a high-energy enrichment program designed to build confidence, coordination, and teamwork through fun, age-appropriate soccer play. Led by the teachers your child already knows and trusts, it’s seamlessly built into the school day.
Program Highlights:
Designed for ages 3–5
12-week program (once per week)
40–50 minute sessions
Builds balance, coordination, and motor skills
Encourages listening, teamwork, and confidence
Integrated into your child’s daily schedule
Talk to your School Director today to learn more and enroll.
Philosophy
After years of experience in the early childhood and preschool field, Newton School for Children developed a philosophy based on the L3 principles of Learning, Love, and Laughter. These principles are the 3 key characteristics of our school environment.
- Learning is based on exploring, questioning and problem solving.
- A nurturing and Loving environment enables children to feel secure and happy away from home as they learn to understand and care for one another.
- Laughter ensues as children socialize and form friendships in a secure and happy environment.
Newton School for Children’s philosophy helps to foster the development of the self-esteem of each individual child by meeting his or her needs accordingly.
Our Curriculum Includes:
- Language Arts: Developed through the use of reading books, writing and conversing.
- Math: Introduced through the use of games and manipulatives.
- Science: Explored by looking at the environment and doing experiments.
- Art: Children express their creativity and imagination by using different art materials.
- Cooking: In the process of cooking children learn to measure, weigh, and learn new words such as sift, bake and beat, etc.
- Music: Music is a time during which children learn new songs and are exposed to rhythm, beat and the sounds of different musical instruments.
Outdoor Area
Our large outdoor space provides a paved area for children to ride bicycles and cars and cushioned area for climbing and running. The large outdoor sand box is a shaded area for digging and building castles!
Indoor Play Area
The indoor play space is a haven for large muscle activity in the inclement weather.
Parent Involvement
Newton School for Children always encourages active parent involvement throughout the year, such as sharing information on a traditions, professions, hobbies, etc. Reading stories to the children, playing musical instruments for them, or sharing family cultures are some of the ways parents may become involved. The school believes that when children are introduced to different cultures from a very early age, they will be better educated in understanding and accepting the differences. We would love to share our school with you. Contact us today to set up a visit and to learn more about our exceptional preschool.
Programs Offered
Our Team
Michelle Dragone
School Director
Michelle started with Newton School for Children in the Fall of 2011 as a teacher. She was promoted to Assistant Director in 2023 and then to Director in early 2025. She is Lead Teacher Infant/Toddler and Preschool certified, as well as Director II certified through the Department of Early Education and Care. Michelle loves working with children and families because she loves the children’s imagination, creativity, and genuine excitement to explore new things around them. Michelle’s daughter also attends Newton School for Children.
Kerryann Goode
Program Manager
I have been working with children for over 8 years, and it has become my passion. I am lead infant, toddler, and preschool teacher certified and I have my director ll certification. I am currently pursuing my master’s degree in early childhood education to further my growth in the field both professionally and academically. My goal as a childcare educator is to create the most supportive environment for both children and families.
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Childcare Schedule Options That Work With Your Life
Every family’s routine is unique — and your childcare should be too. With Cadence Education, our Family of Schools may offer various schedule options designed to fit your life.
Each of our school’s are unique, and may not offer all of the options listed below. Talk with your School Director to learn what options are available for your family at this location.
FlexiPass — New Flexible Care Option!
When schedules change, or the grandparents cancel, or life just gets busy, FlexiPass gives you five prepaid days of care that you can use whenever* you need them, one at a time or all at once. No registration fees. No ongoing tuition. Just dependable care when you need it most.
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