Newton Early Childhood Program

School Overview
The Newton Early Childhood Center (NECC), located at 150 Jackson Road in Newton, Massachusetts, serves as a specialized hub for the district’s youngest learners. As part of the Newton Public Schools system, the center focuses on providing high-quality, developmentally appropriate education designed to build a strong foundation for future academic and social success. The program is committed to creating an inclusive, nurturing environment where children from diverse backgrounds can explore, learn through play, and develop essential early literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skills.

The center is widely recognized for its integrated approach, which often includes a blend of general education and special education services to support children with varying learning needs. By fostering collaborative partnerships between educators, families, and community stakeholders, the NECC aims to ensure that every student receives the individualized attention necessary to thrive during their critical early years. Through its structured yet engaging curriculum, the school prepares children for the transition into elementary school while emphasizing the joy of learning and the importance of social development.
186
Total Students
16.9
Full-Time Teachers
11.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Newton Early Childhood Program
Demographic Student Count
White78
Hispanic18
Black7
Asian53
Two or More30
  • White
    78 (41.9 %)
  • Asian
    53 (28.5 %)
  • Two or More
    30 (16.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    18 (9.7 %)
  • Black
    7 (3.8 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Pre Kindergarten
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Newton
Phone: (617)559-6050
Website: http://www.newton.k12.ma.us/Page/9
Grade Range: Pre-K - Pre-K
Total Students: 186
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 16.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 186

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Newton Early Childhood Program
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten186
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Newton Early Childhood Program
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female6836.6%
Male11863.4%
Nearby Pre Kindergartens (Within 10 Miles)