Welcoming families from Needham
Montessori Preschool & Toddler Program near Needham, MA
Beacon Montessori is located in Weston, MA, about 8 miles (about 16 minutes) from Needham, and we warmly welcome Needham families.
A preschool near Needham, MA
Beacon is a Montessori preschool and kindergarten in Weston, about 16 minutes from Needham, for children 15 months – 6 years. Children come Monday through Friday for full days, 8:00 AM to 2:45 PM, with extended care until 5:00 PM. A day balances focused, hands-on work with outdoor time, group lessons, snack and lunch, and room to move and explore.
Why Beacon
Why Needham families choose Beacon Montessori
A manageable commute from Needham brings families to a Montessori program built around respect, focus, and joy. Needham parents appreciate Beacon's intentional, unhurried classrooms.
Families near Needhamcome to Beacon for a Montessori toddler program (15 months–3 years) and a Primary preschool & kindergarten (3–6 years), an alternative to a typical Needham daycare or preschool. See how Montessori compares to daycare.
- Small, mixed-age classrooms where every child from Needham is known and supported
- An authentic Montessori curriculum for ages 15 months – 6 years
- A calm, prepared environment that builds independence and focus
- A welcoming community just about 16 minutes away
Getting here from Needham
Beacon Montessori is about 8 miles from Needham, an easy drive of about 16 minutes. Families often pass familiar spots like Needham Center and Charles River on the way.
320 Boston Post RdWeston, MA 02493Get directions →
We are very pleased with Beacon Montessori. The atmosphere is a warm and encouraging one, filled with care. The children all seem really happy to be there. Inna is an incredible asset to the school. Her empathy and understanding of the children’s needs surpasses our expectations. All the staff is lovely and very helpful. It’s a pleasure to see this. We highly recommend this school.
We couldn't be happier with our experience at Beacon Montessori. Since our son started here, he has become so much more independent and genuinely curious about the world—a direct result of this incredible team. What I appreciate most is the teachers’ mindset. In our conversations, it's clear they are constantly asking themselves how they can make the learning experience even better. Inna, the director, has been exemplary from the very first day we toured. Ms. Minoty is a wonderful primary teacher who has a real gift for kindling curiosity; whether it’s letters or practical life skills, she knows exactly how to motivate kids to try more. Our son also absolutely loves Ms. Caroline’s Spanish lessons, and the after-school programs like karate and chess make for a very well-rounded experience. The sense of community is also fantastic. They do a beautiful job involving families to share traditions like Diwali, Hanukkah, and Chinese New Year. Beacon might not be a 'big name' school, but they make up for it with total dedication and a laser-focus on nurturing kids. If you're looking for a place that prioritizes education, kindness, and caring for one another, we highly recommend starting your journey here.
We feel so grateful to be part of the Beacon Montessori community. The teachers truly focus on so much more than traditional learning, helping our son grow into a kind, empathetic, and thoughtful person. Every day, we see him building confidence, independence, and a genuine sense of care for others. It’s clear how much intention and heart goes into everything they do, and it means so much to know he’s in an environment that values not just what he learns, but who he is becoming.
For Needham families
Montessori toddler, preschool & summer camp near Needham
A Montessori toddler program for Needham families
Needham families reach Beacon's Montessori Toddler program (15 months to 3 years) with a drive north. Classes stay small, and the room is set up for this age, so toddlers practice real tasks and grow more independent.
Montessori preschool and kindergarten near Needham
Our Primary program (ages 3 to 6) is a Montessori preschool and kindergarten about 16 minutes from Needham. The classroom mixes ages, children choose their own work, and the kindergarten year finishes the cycle before elementary school.
A warm alternative to Needham daycare
For Needham parents, Beacon is a different choice than a typical daycare. The day runs 8:00 AM to 2:45 PM, with care until 5:00 PM, and it is built around Montessori work rather than supervision.
Summer camp for Needham children
Beacon Summer Camp brings Needham children ages 2.9 to 6 weekly sessions of gardening, art, water play, and outdoor time in nearby Weston. Sign up for the weeks you want; new families are welcome.
Programs
Programs for your child
2 spots left15 months – 3 years
Toddler Program
A calm, prepared room where our youngest children work with their hands, build language, and start doing more for themselves.
- Self-care and independence
- Language & motor development
- Small, nurturing class
3 spots left3 – 6 years
Primary (Preschool & Kindergarten)
The classic Montessori three-year cycle, where mixed-age classrooms let children move through practical life, sensorial, math, language, and culture at their own pace.
- Mixed-age 3–6 classroom
- Reading, writing & math foundations
- Kindergarten year included
Currently full2.9 – 6 years
Summer Camp
Summer on our Weston campus: time outdoors, art, science, and play, in flexible weekly sessions open to current and new families.
- Weekly themed sessions
- Outdoor & nature focus
- Open to new families
Summer camp for Needham families
Beacon Summer Camp welcomes children ages 2.9–6 from Needham for weekly themed weeks of nature, art, science, and play, about 16 minutes away in Weston. Open to new and returning families.
Welcoming families from
Beacon Montessori is located in Weston, Massachusetts, and proudly welcomes families from across MetroWest Boston:
Needham families ask
Frequently asked questions
Is Beacon Montessori located in Needham?
Beacon Montessori's campus is in Weston, MA, at 320 Boston Post Rd, about 8 miles from Needham, about 16 minutes by car. We welcome many families from Needham.
Do you enroll families from Needham?
Yes. We welcome Needham families into our Toddler (15 months–3 years) and Primary preschool & kindergarten (3–6 years) programs.
Is there a Montessori preschool near Needham?
Yes. Beacon Montessori in Weston is about 16 minutes from Needham and offers an authentic Montessori preschool and kindergarten (our Primary program, ages 3–6) for Needham families.
Do you offer a toddler program for Needham families?
Yes. Our Toddler program (15 months–3 years) gives Needham families a gentle, early Montessori start in small, nurturing classes with experienced guides.
Is Beacon a daycare or a Montessori preschool?
Beacon is a Montessori school, not a daycare. Needham families come to us for full days built around a real Montessori curriculum and trained guides (8:00 AM to 2:45 PM, with care to 5:00 PM).
How far is Beacon Montessori from Needham?
Beacon is in Weston, about 8 miles and roughly a 16 minute drive from Needham, a manageable trip for daily drop-off and pickup.
Is there a Montessori summer camp near Needham?
Yes. Beacon Summer Camp in Weston is about 16 minutes from Needham and runs flexible weekly sessions for children ages 2.9 to 6, open to new and returning families.
What ages does Beacon serve for Needham families?
Beacon welcomes Needham children from 15 months through 6 years, across the Toddler program (15 months to 3 years) and Primary preschool and kindergarten (3 to 6 years).
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Tour Beacon Montessori from Needham
See our classrooms, meet our guides, and picture your child here. Private tours are available on weekday mornings.
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