Private Schools in Natick (and beyond)

The Chestnut Hill School — up to grade 6
428 Hammond St., Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
617-566-4394

The Chestnut Hill School inspires exuberant learning, intellectual curiosity, and each child’s unique leadership style. It’s where children of all cultures, colors and affinities sit side-by-side, deciphering math equations, designing robots, playing violin. Whether age three or twelve, CHS children learn to build grit, develop empathy and explore creativity.

Clearway School — grades 7 -12
61 Chestnut Street, West Newton, MA 02465
617-964-6186

Clearway School is a small, private, non-profit day school for students in grades 7 to 12 with language-based learning disabilities, nonverbal learning disabilities, dyslexia, and other similar special needs. Clearway accommodates a wide range of students who typically share a common theme of having difficult school experiences prior to coming to Clearway and the need for a small setting.

Dearborn Academy— grades 3 -12
575 Washington St., Newton, MA  02458
781-641-5992

Dearborn Academy is a state-approved, special needs elementary/middle/high school. Dearborn helps students who learn differently gain the confidence, skills and knowledge to achieve academic and social success.

The Fessenden School — up to grade 4, day school; grades 5 – 9, day and boarding

Our approach to education and supporting boys’ development is encompassed by academics, the arts, physical education, and character education. Boys achieve, grow, and develop in mind, body, and heart here, where they’re fully seen, supported, and encouraged.

Jackson Walnut Park — up to grade 6
Admin offices: 71 Walnut Park, Newton MA 02458
617-762-5930

Walnut Park helps children learn to love God, love themselves, and love one another. Inspired for more than 50 years by the values and charism of the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Boston, the robust learning environments at Jackson Walnut Park prepare and empower students for lives of peace and service to others.

Learning Prep School— ages 8 -21
1507 Washington Street, West Newton, MA 02465
617-965-0764

Learning Prep School provides an individualized language-based program to students with complex learning profiles including dyslexia, expressive/receptive language issues, autism spectrum disorder, and social communication disorder.

Mount Alvernia High School — grades 7 – 12
790 Centre Street, Newton, MA 02458
617-969-2260

Mount  Alvernia accepts students based on their potential: the potential quality of their character and the potential breadth of their future accomplishments. Each part of the application, from the student essay to teacher recommendations to the interview, are all of major importance in determining a candidate’s potential for success at Mount Alvernia High School.

Newton Country Day School — grades 5 -12
785 Centre Street, Newton, MA 02458
617-244-4246

Founded in 1880, Newton Country Day School of the Sacred Heart is an independent, college preparatory school for girls. Rooted in the Roman Catholic tradition, Newton is a member of the Network of Sacred Heart Schools, which spans 41 countries and 22 cities in the United States.

Schecter Boston — up to grade 8
60 Stein Circle (up to grade 3)
Newton, MA 02459
617-964-7765

Marcus Building
Shoolman Campus (grades 4 – 8)
125 Wells Avenue
Newton, MA 02459
617-928-9100

Schechter Boston is a premier Jewish independent school in the Boston area. Schechter’s rigorous academic program, dual language curriculum, Jewish values and a vibrant community foster critical thinking and a strong sense of Jewish identity. At Schechter, every child is known and understood.

Wellan Montessori School — up to grade 8
80 Crescent Avenue, Newton Centre, MA 02459
Phone: (617) 969-4488
Fax: (617) 969-4430

Wellan Montessori School (formerly Newton Montessori School) is an independent, coeducational school serving more than 175 families and 250 children ages 15 months through grade 8. Rooted in Montessori philosophy and supported by experiential learning, our approach holds a deep respect for the individuality of each child and a strong belief in their potential.

SOUTHBOROUGH PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Fay School

Fay School is an independent, coeducational day and boarding school, located on a 66-acre campus in Southborough, Massachusetts, and is the oldest junior boarding school in the United States. The mission of Fay School is to educate each child to his or her full potential through a broad, balanced, and challenging program that establishes a solid foundation for a productive and fulfilling life.

New England Center for Children — serves children with autism

Provides effective, evidence-based educational services to children with autism. NECC relies on the science of applied behavior analysis to help children with autism reach their greatest potential.

33 Turnpike Road, Southborough, Massachusetts 01772-2108
508-481-1015

St. Mark’s School — grades 9 – 12, 75% boarding, 25% day
25 Marlboro Road Southborough, MA, 01772
508-786-6000

St. Mark’s School is a coeducational, Episcopal, preparatory school, situated on 250 acres in Southborough, Massachusetts, 25 miles from Boston. St. Mark’s is one of the oldest private boarding schools in New England. 65 teachers lead 362 boarding and day students through a rigorous curriculum and a full program of co-curricular activities.

WAYLAND PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Veritas Christian Academy — up to grade 8
6 Loker Street, Wayland, MA 01778
508-653-1188

Alongside parents and their churches, Veritas works to equip children with a foundation of knowledge, love, and scripture, through a Christian worldview, so they may successfully enter high school with the ability to succeed academically, while retaining and growing their faith in God and His active love in the world.

WESTON PRIVATE SCHOOLS

The Cambridge School of Weston — grades 9 -12
45 Georgian Road, Weston, MA 02493
781-642-8600

The Cambridge School of Weston is a progressive high school for day and boarding students in grades 9–12 and PG. CSW’s mission is to provide a progressive education that emphasizes deep learning, meaningful relationships, and a dynamic program that inspires students to discover who they are and what their contribution is to their school, their community and the world.

The Gifford School — grades 4 through high school
177 Boston Post Road, Weston, MA 02493
781-899-9500

The Gifford School provides educational services in a clinical milieu to students with special academic, behavioral, and emotional needs so that they may achieve their full potential.​ The entire school community is committed to helping students increase their self-esteem, gain academic knowledge and develop social skills.

Rivers School — grades 6 -12
333 Winter Street Weston, MA 02493
781-235-9300

Rivers challenges students to attain their highest levels of excellence in academics, arts, and athletics. Rivers sets high standards and expect students to participate actively in their learning. Rivers is dedicated to preparing its students for leadership in a world that needs their talents, imagination, intellect, and compassion.

The Meadowbrook School — grades jr. kindergarten – 8
10 Farm Rd., Weston, 02493
781-894-1193

Located on a beautiful 30-acre campus, the Meadowbrook School of Weston is a co-educational independent day school for students in grades junior kindergarten through eight. At Meadowbrook, the mission is to know, love, and challenge every child.