The Home of Early Education in Somerville

Somerville Early Education is committed to ensuring that all children have equitable access to rich learning environments that prepare them for the next step in their growth and learning.

Student kindergarten readiness and success

Educator well-being and growth

Parent satisfaction and engagement

Our vision: For all children to thrive every day, in every way.

Learn More About Us

Support and interventions

Somerville Early Education uses the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) framework to meet children where they are and provide them the support they need to progress, stay on track, and thrive. This approach ensures that each child is adequately engaged and supported by their teachers, the classroom environment, and curriculum.

Learn about Support and Interventions

Inclusion and Belonging

At SEE Inclusion and belonging are are essential values that shape every part of our early education system. We believe that equity and access must be embedded everywhere—from curriculum and classroom design to teacher development and family partnerships. That means every child, in every classroom, should feel seen, valued, and supported in becoming their fullest self.

Children are born ready to learn and have the right to learning experiences that reflect who they are and what they are interested in.

The Building Blocks of the SEE Every Child Curriculum

Our five Curriculum Building Blocks—Big Ideas, Learning Experiences, Environment, Instructional Materials, and Assessment—work together to create a rich and responsive learning environment. Each component plays a vital role in helping children grow, explore the world around them, and thrive through intentional teaching, meaningful play, and strong relationships.

Big Ideas

Children are constantly striving to make meaning of their world and we invite them to think big by engaging with big ideas.

Environment

We believe that children are at their best (and do their best) when they are in a safe and trusting environment, with adults and peers who see, hear, and value them.

Learning Experiences

We know that children take ownership of their learning through interaction and high engagement. We believe play is powerful, purposeful, and the work of children.

Instructional Materials

Educators invite children to engage with interesting materials that spark curiosity, joy and engagement with others.

Assessment

SEE educators map children’s progress with curiosity and through multiple perspectives to support each child’s growth and development through tailored instruction designed to meet individual needs.

SEE values families for their partnership, teachers as facilitators of learning, and children as active choice-makers—all working together to build knowledge in a warm, supportive relationship.