Be the Family That Thrives

90% of brain development happens before the age of five.

With this in mind, SolBe began as an idea MIT's Design Lab and was purposely designed to be a both/and. We obsess over helping the youngest minds develop foundational character traits that will last a lifetime. And, we make it easier for parents to invest in their careers and be wonderful parents.

Welcoming students 8 weeks to 5 years

We know what it’s like to want it all: To thrive as individuals, parents, and families.

We’re not here to say what’s best for you and your family. We’re here with the people, spaces, and programs for you to create your best life. Because when you thrive, your child thrives.

SolBe is the only early education program in Boston to have two age-specific campuses. We purposefully designed our Nursery and Canopy school's to adapt to flurry of developmental milestones that happen before the age of five.  

Building on character foundations with increasing complexity while weaving in school-age readiness.
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Establishing character foundations for lifelong success.
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Hear from our parents...

To anyone considering SolBe, I would say that if the price is a concern, it is well worth the cost. Money does not compare to the value of SolBe's... more

Elthea
Parent, Happy Family

See the space, meet your teachers

Schedule a tour. Attend an open house. Drop in Tuesdays from 9:30–10:30 AM!

Rethink early learning

SolBe [sohl-be] is an early learning center that reimagines traditional notions of nursery programs, child care, and preschool. We create the highest quality early learning experiences through thought-leadership across our school's pillars: people, spaces, programs, and wellness.

A commitment to learning in all its forms. An emphasis on play. Global educators and families. Organic-made-from-scratch meals. Subject matter expert leadership. A community of vibrant, engaged families. A place where children and adults alike want to spend time.

People

Down-to-earth, growth minded, brilliant, and fun educators

Spaces

Award-winning, adaptive spaces that stimulate wonder and exploration.

Programs

Play-based, emergent curriculum. Reggio Emilia roots. Spanish language exposure.

Wellness

Seed-to-table nutrition. Organic-from-scratch meals. A commitment to making life easier for families.

SolBe
pursuits:
Continual
improvement.
Cross-disciplinary.
Research-based
best
practice.
Honest
and
non-judgmental
communication.
A
holistic
approach.
A
willing
mind.
Your
child's
and
your
best
interest
at
heart.

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Library of Parent Resources

SolBe spent 8 years learning from our students. Check out what we've learned works (or doesn't work!)

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Campuses (2 min drive)

SolBe Nursery School
201 Sherman Rd
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

SolBe Canopy School
631 VFW Pkwy
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM