Answers to Common Questions About Schools

An introduction to the "basics" of public and private education in the Boston area, including differences among private, public, and parochial schools, choosing a school, school visits, the enrollment process, and more.

Web Sites

Links for information on private, public, and parochial schools, special needs, after-school care, and more.

Comparison of School Statistics by District

Sample Private School Tuition Costs

Tuition fees charged by a selection of private and parochial schools in the area. Download as a PDF or request from the Center.

Kindergarten Age Requirements

Age that your child must be to enter kindergarten in selected area cities and towns. Download as a PDF or request from the Center.

School Consultations

Rae Simpson is available to meet individually, at no charge, with members of the MIT community about school questions and concerns, such as choosing a public school system, evaluating private schools, financial aid, special needs, giftedness, and understanding the American school system.  For more information or an appointment, contact the Center at 617 253 1592 or e-mail worklife@mit.edu .

Lending Library

Browse our library for books on schooling, special needs, learning styles, transition to college, preparation for kindergarten, and other educational issues. Pamphlet racks in the Center also offer materials, free to members of the MIT community, on choosing a kindergarten or primary school, ADHD, and other issues.

Seminars

Check out the Center's Seminar Calendar for programs related to schools and education.

LifeSites

A Web portal, designed and managed by the Center, that provides quick access to the hundreds of services, activities, programs, and groups that support personal, family, and community life at MIT.