Bates Elementary School

Bates Elementary School One of seven K-5 Elementary Schools in the Wellesley Public School district. Principal is Toni Jolley.

Welcome to Bates Elementary School

As one of the seven elementary schools in Wellesley, we represent a school system grounded in a neighborhood school philosophy, where small school climates and reasonable class size numbers allow for the maximum learning experience for each child. The Wellesley school system is committed to providing a strong elementary experience. Here at Bates we have a wonder

fully creative and child centered faculty, working to provide successful learning opportunities for every child. Guided by our system wide core values, we have worked to establish a school that views itself as a “Community of Learners” who share in the common experience of living and learning at Bates School. Our community is built on shared learning that is supported through cross grade “buddies”, all school celebrations, multigrade teaching, and a commitment by staff to forge collegial relationships across grade level teams. The curriculum and instruction is guided by a system wide Core Curriculum that has established learning goals for each grade. The model of instruction at Bates works to provide for differentiated instruction – meaning that children can work at varied levels and speeds. Children work within a variety of learning styles, finding the opportunities to work independently, in small groups, and in whole group learning. Each of the classrooms reflects the style and personality of the teacher’s delivery of the core curriculum. With the PTO as central to the school environment, the home/school connection is firmly in place at Bates. The goals of shared partnership in ensuring the success for all learners is created by regular communications home, and a strong network of parent support. As we enter into each school year together our partnership in educating each child continues. In our ongoing effort to support the needs of all families and the children we share in common, communication creates the center of our relationship. Throughout the year I encourage families to contact us whenever there is a question, request, or concern about school. As a faculty we are here to serve families and children; communication ensures that we can work toward the goals that support a common vision of Bates. Bates represents the fine work of the Wellesley Public Schools to provide for a successful education, where ongoing learning and continued improvement in our work ensures that we grow with the changing needs of society.

Happy Thanksgiving from WPS! School resumes on Tuesday, November 28.
11/23/2023

Happy Thanksgiving from WPS! School resumes on Tuesday, November 28.

The PowerSchool Parent Portal will be open from August 17 at 12:00 noon through September 6, 2022. Each year it is esse...
08/11/2022

The PowerSchool Parent Portal will be open from August 17 at 12:00 noon through September 6, 2022. Each year it is essential for the Wellesley Public Schools to confirm the emergency contact information, directory information, and other important permissions for each of our students. Read the district's 2022-23 Back to School Letter and more detailed information about Parent Portal.

Each year it is essential for the Wellesley Public Schools to confirm the emergency contact information, directory information, and other important permissions for each of our students. The Wellesley Public Schools uses PowerSchool, an online platform, to maintain these data. The PowerSchool Parent....

The Parent Portal is now open. Each year it is essential for the Wellesley Public Schools to confirm the emergency conta...
09/08/2020

The Parent Portal is now open. Each year it is essential for the Wellesley Public Schools to confirm the emergency contact information, directory information, and other important permissions for each of our students. The Wellesley Public Schools uses PowerSchool, an online platform, to maintain these data.

Each year it is essential for the Wellesley Public Schools to confirm the emergency contact information, directory information, and other important permissions for each of our students. The Wellesley

Please see the Town of Wellesley’s COVID-19 update for March 25, 2020. In particular, please pay attention to the Govern...
03/26/2020

Please see the Town of Wellesley’s COVID-19 update for March 25, 2020. In particular, please pay attention to the Governor’s announcement today that schools will be closed until May 4th. We are eager to receive guidance from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) tomorrow about state expectations for schools during this extended closure.

Please see the Town of Wellesley's COVID-19 update for March 25, 2020. In particular, please pay attention to the Governor's announcement today that schools will be closed until May 4th. We

WPS Meal Order Form for next week is now available. Please note new pick-up times 10:00-11:30AM. Please make your meal s...
03/20/2020

WPS Meal Order Form for next week is now available. Please note new pick-up times 10:00-11:30AM. Please make your meal selections below & submit them to the WPS Whitsons Food Services Department before 7 am on the day you would like your order. Pre-Ordering for the week is encouraged. 1 form per student. Whitsons has the right to alter or change this menu due to the availability of products.

Please make your meal selections below & submit them to the WPS Whitsons Food Services Department before 7 am on the day you would like your order. Pre-Ordering for the week is encouraged. 1 form per student. Whitsons has the right to alter or change this menu due to the availability of products. NO...

The WPS Remote Learning website will be live beginning today, March 20 at 8AM and can be accessed through our WPS websit...
03/20/2020

The WPS Remote Learning website will be live beginning today, March 20 at 8AM and can be accessed through our WPS website.

Dear Wellesley Public Schools Community, It's hard to believe how much has changed in the past week. From our extended school closure to social distancing and remaining largely homebound, we have

Town of Wellesley COVID-19 Update 3/17/2020 - 2020 Annual Town Meeting Postponed, Public Land Restrictions, Local Busine...
03/18/2020

Town of Wellesley COVID-19 Update 3/17/2020 - 2020 Annual Town Meeting Postponed, Public Land Restrictions, Local Business Resources

MARCH 17: COVID-19 DAILY BRIEFING 2020 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING POSTPONED, PUBLIC LAND RESTRICTIONS, LOCAL BUSINESS RESOURCES The Town of Wellesley continues to move forward with enhanced efforts to slow t

WPS Update 3/17/2020 - Preparation for Remote Learning: Internet Connectivity and Home Device
03/17/2020

WPS Update 3/17/2020 - Preparation for Remote Learning: Internet Connectivity and Home Device

Dear Wellesley Public Schools Community, On Friday, March 20th, the district plans to share remote learning resources for parents and students on the Wellesley Public Schools' website. We will sh

Meal Order Form for students who rely on free and reduced meals. If you would like to order breakfast and/or lunch for t...
03/14/2020

Meal Order Form for students who rely on free and reduced meals. If you would like to order breakfast and/or lunch for the week of March 16 through 20, please make your meal selections before 7 AM on the day you would like to order.

If you would like to order breakfast and/or lunch for the week of March 16 through 20, please click on this link to make your meal selections before 7 AM on the day you would like to order. Meal Order

Due to the predicted weather conditions, tomorrow's Kindergarten RoundUp has been postponed until Saturday, March 9 at 9...
03/01/2019

Due to the predicted weather conditions, tomorrow's Kindergarten RoundUp has been postponed until Saturday, March 9 at 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM at the Sprague Elementary School Library Bates Elementary PTO

Registration for children 5 years of age on or before August 31, 2019 Important Information Regarding Kindergarten Registration for the 2019-20 School Year Kindergarten registration will begin on January 31, 2019 for school year 2019-20. Please note that the parent(s) of any Kindergarten eligible st...

03/21/2018

WPS Buildings Closing at 7 pm on Wednesday, 3/21/18 - Based on today's weather forecast, all Wellesley Public School Buildings will be closed at 7 pm this evening. Stay safe!

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116 Elmwood Road
Wellesley, MA
02481

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Monday 8:30am - 3:05pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 3:05pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 12pm
Thursday 8:30am - 3:05pm
Friday 8:30am - 3:05pm

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