Start by visiting Douglass Ridley School! Join us for an open house or schedule an individual tour to explore our classrooms, meet our educators, and learn more about how children learn through exploration.When you're ready, complete our online application. For Fall 2027, we're welcoming students entering Kindergarten (K2), 1st, and 2nd grade. Applications are due January 15, 2027. Midyear applications are also welcome, subject to availability.

Children must be 5 years old by September 1, 2027, to enroll in Kindergarten (K2) for the 2027–28 school year.If you're unsure whether your child is eligible, please reach out. We're happy to talk through it with you.

Douglass Ridley School is growing toward a full K2–6 elementary school, adding a grade each year as our students grow.For Fall 2027, we're welcoming students entering Kindergarten (K2), 1st grade, and 2nd grade. As our school grows, we'll continue expanding through 6th grade.

We take a thoughtful, relational approach to admissions. We want Douglass Ridley School to be a place where any family who connects with our mission and wants to be part of our community feels welcome and has the opportunity to join us.We get to know each child and family through conversations and opportunities to visit our school. We value the different backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and strengths that families bring to our community.Our goal isn't to find children who fit a particular mold. It's to build a community where children and families can learn from one another, grow together, and feel a sense of belonging.

Our school day runs from 8:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Families can drop off between 8:00 and 8:15 a.m.Aftercare is available until 5:30 p.m. for families who need extended-day care.

Yes! We offer afterschool care until 5:30 p.m. Our afternoons include time for outdoor play, creative projects, exploration, and connection with friends. We want afterschool to feel like an extension of the curiosity, creativity, and joy that shape the school day.

Douglass Ridley School is located at 477 Longwood Avenue in Boston, in the Longwood Medical Area. Families can get to school by car, public transportation, biking, or walking.We're conveniently located near several MBTA bus and Green Line stops, making our school accessible to families across Boston and surrounding communities.