FAQ
How do I reach the Upstairs at the Middle School (UMS)?
When is the UMS open?
How does the application/enrollment procedure work?
When does an application need to be received?
I need part time care. How many days can I enroll my child?
How much is tuition?
Does WCCC offer Financial Aid?
What grades does UMS accommodate?
Who are the UMS teachers?
Is the UMS Program Licensed?
What type of organization is WCCC?
What is the WCCC Early Childcare Program?
How do I reach the UMS?
Check our Contact page for info on how to contact us.
When is the UMS open?
UMS is open from September through June, we follow the Wellesley School calendar for holiday closings, snow days, and December and summer vacation closings. We accommodate Kindergarten stay-days, Wednesday half-days, and early release days. We are open until 6:00 pm during the school year. During February and April vacation weeks, we are open from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. Vacation weeks are separately contracted.
How does the application/enrollment procedure work?
When does an application need to be received?
I need part time care. How many days can I enroll my child?
Children can be enrolled for as few as three days for grade 6 and two days for grades 7 and 8.
How much is tuition?
Grade 6: 3 days: $355/mo., 5days: $423/mo.
Grade 7: 2 days: $200/mo., 3 days: $268/mo., 5 days; $336/mo.
Grade 8: Base annual rate of $1190 plus $10 per day
Extra Block Rate: $30
Vacation Day Rate: $60
Does the UMS offer Financial Aid?
UMS offers financial aid for qualifying families. Contact the main office at 781-235-7667 for an application.
What grades does UMS accomodate?
We have facilities for grades six(6) through eight(8). The Early Childhood Program serves children of a preschool age. The After School Program serves grades kindergarten through five(5).
Who are the UMS teachers?
UMS teachers are a highly qualified and talented group of professionals. Each member of our staff has experience working with children and a strong commitment to providing quality after school care. They bring their own experiences and talents to curriculum planning which makes our programs unique and diverse. WCCC also has both an arts and a sports specialist who are regularly scheduled at each site. But what really sets them apart is their commitment to providing quality after school care. We value the warm, caring relationships we develop with both the children and parents in our program.
Is the UMS Program Licensed?
The WCCC UMS Program is licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Office For Child Care Services (OCCS).
What type of organization is WCCC?
The Wellesley Community Children’s Center is a private, nonprofit corporation, operated by a Board of Directors, administrative staff, and professional childcare staff. The Board is made up of parents with children enrolled in the program, teachers and interested community members.
What is the WCCC Early Childhood Program?
The Early Childhood Program serves children from the ages of three months to pre-kindergarten and is located on the Wellesley College campus.
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