Open House
Saturday, August 15 , 2026
Experience a Real Spanish-Immersion Montessori Environment Designed for Your Child’s Growth
Experience our successful Spanish immersion model in action. Tour our classrooms, meet our team, and see how children ages 15 mos – 6 yrs thrive. Reserve your spot at our Newton or West Roxbury locations!
Open House Schedule Three Locations
Newton Corner
75 Vernon street, Newton, MA 02458
Saturday, August 15 · 9:30 AM – 10:30 PM
West Roxbury
1481 Centre street west Roxbury MA 02132
Saturday, August 15 · 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Newton Highlands
991 Boylston, Newton, MA 02461
Saturday, August 15· 11:00 PM – 12:00 PM
Why Families Choose SIMS
Full Spanish Immersion
Children acquire Spanish naturally through daily routines, movement, and meaningful interactions.
Authentic Montessori
Certified guides, real Montessori materials, and carefully prepared environments that build independence, focus, empathy, and confidence.
Whole-Child Development
Academics, social-emotional learning, movement, culture, and language integrated into a balanced experience.
A Warm, Multicultural Community
A space where your child learns languages and cultures in a joyful, safe, and respectful environment.
What You Will Experience
➤ Guided tour of the Montessori environment
➤ Demonstration of Spanish immersion in real-time
➤ Opportunity to speak with our teachers and Administrative Team
➤ Overview of our programs, admissions, and year-round options
➤ A close-up look at how we foster independence, curiosity, and bilingual development
Who Should Attend
➤ Families in, Newton, West Roxbury, Waban, Corner, Highlands, and nearby areas.
➤ Parents seeking a high-quality private education.
➤ Families who want their children to become bilingual from an early age
➤ Parents looking for a school that nurtures independence, confidence, and emotional well-being
Don't take our word for it. Take theirs.
"Our daughter speaks Spanish naturally — we couldn't be more grateful."
"Real Montessori, full Spanish immersion. Exactly what we were looking for."
"The confidence our son gained here is beyond anything we imagined."
A personal Note
From Jouveth Shortell, Founder of SIMS
SIMS began with a simple dream for my own daughters: to grow up bilingual, confident, and excited about learning. That dream became a school where children are nurtured, respected, and encouraged to thrive through authentic Montessori education and full Spanish immersion. I'd love to welcome your family and show you what makes SIMS so special.
— Jouveth Shortell Founder
Questions parents ask most
Honest answers to what families really want to know before enrolling.
Do we need to speak Spanish at home?
Not at all. Our program is designed for families with zero Spanish at home. Children absorb language through immersion not through their parents. Many of our kids end up teaching their families.
Does Children's House count as Pre-K or Kindergarten?
Yes - the three-year Children's House cycle encompasses Pre-K and Kindergarten. The third year (ages 5–6) is our leadership year and aligns directly with Kindergarten readiness standards and beyond.
My child is shy / energetic / a late talker. Will it work for them?
Yes - especially. Shy children thrive because they are never put on the spot. Energetic children thrive because they have real autonomy. Late talkers benefit enormously from full immersion in a rich language environment. Our guides meet every child exactly where they are.
How does the Montessori method work in practice?
Children choose their own work from prepared materials on open shelves, move freely through the classroom, and work at their own pace. The guide observes, supports, and introduces new materials when a child is ready, never forcing or rushing.
Will my child be ready for elementary school?
SIMS graduates consistently enter elementary school ahead of their peers in reading, math, self-regulation, and social skills. The Montessori method builds intrinsic motivation and independent thinking, skills that carry forward for life.
How many years do children spend in Children's House?
Typically two to three years, depending on when they enter. Most children join at age 3 and complete the cycle by age 6. Each year builds on the previous one, which is why staying for the full cycle yields the strongest outcomes.
A decision that could shape the next decade
ONE MORNING · THREE LOCATIONS
You don't need to have made any decisions. You don't need to have done all your research. You just need to show up. We'll take care of the rest.
Saturday, August 15th· 2026
· Newton Corner · Newton Highlands · West Roxbury