believe in the wonder of childhood

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Enrollment

Our application for the 2025-2026 school year is now live! 

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Calendar

We are offering two open houses this fall. See the school in person and ask teachers and staff your questions.

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Emergent Curriculum

Children’s natural curiosity opens a world of opportunity for learning. At JWS, children embark on a cycle of wonder, exploration, and discovery.

A place to wonder, explore, and discover

Connect With Us

We believe in the wonder of childhood. Supporting that belief is our mission, to foster the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of young children.

The John Winthrop School provides a safe and loving environment where children feel free to explore and learn about themselves, others and the world around them.

Children are the heart of the John Winthrop School. From the layout of the classrooms to the way teachers engage the children, every aspect of the school day is designed to help children’s abilities to learn the cognitive, social, physical, and language skills they need.

Come see what makes JWS so special. Schedule a tour today.

a caring community

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About Us

Building Blocks for a Lifetime of learning

JWS consists of a community of learners, including children, teachers, and families, where all are welcome, work together, and are respected. Teachers facilitate the learning process by providing children with opportunities to explore developmentally appropriate activities and materials, and by allowing them to make decisions in accordance with their own interests. Teachers and parents work as partners to support and cultivate each child’s development.

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Our Program

Bringing out the best in every child

Children’s natural curiosity opens a world of opportunity for learning. At JWS, children embark on a cycle of wonder, exploration, and discovery. Learning is personalized to each individual and supported by highly qualified, caring teachers. Our classrooms are designed with young children in mind and allow for self-directed play and learning while also offering opportunities for group interaction. When interest and spontaneous play drive a child’s learning, every day is a thrilling adventure; this is the core of the JWS curriculum.

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Calling All Alumni & Friends !!

We love our staff here at JWS. We want to honor our beloved Jackie, who has been a part of the JWS family since 1974. We are collecting testimonials, tributes, anecdotes, child artwork etc. to share with our community.

Email your testimonials or child art work to [email protected].