Learn, make, move, play, improve, explore, taste and more...NCE has a class for you!
NCE Middle School Programs
Needham Community Education’s NCE Elementary program offers a wide array of after school classes at each elementary school at the end of the school day.
Summer Explorations 2025
Health and Wellness
Exercise and recreation classes
Fine arts and crafts
DYI, home, garden and skills classes
Humanities and science programs
Investment and financial planning classes
Parenting programs
Learn to play a game or improve your game skills
SSAT, SAT prep, PSAT prep, and prep school, college and grad school application related programs for students and parents.
NCE Elementary After School Classes for Broadmeadow Students
NCE Elementary After School Classes for Eliot Students
NCE Elementary After School Classes for Mitchell Students
NCE Elementary After School Classes for Newman Students
NCE Elementary After School Classes at Sunita WIlliams
NCE Kids' Late Afternoon and Evening Classes
NCE Kids Virtual Classes
Private Music Lessons
Fall/Winter 2025-2026
Elementary After School Class Catalog
Catalog Release: September 17th (check back here then)
Registration begins: Monday, September 22nd @ 7:00am
Registration ends:Thursday, October 9th
* Extended Registration for select classes ends: Thursday, November 6th
All classes are tailored to the grades and interests of the students. Returning students are always welcome! Each session features new projects and activities. Class lengths vary in the number of weeks they run, allowing you to sign up for multiple classes!
Please note that classes fill quickly. Registrations are taken on a first-come, first-served basis.
Arrival: NCE will begin at the end of the school day. Students are dismissed to the designated NCE waiting area at their school, where they will be supervised by the NCE Onsite Coordinator until their NCE Instructor arrives.
For Students in NEDP: Students enrolled in NEDP may also register for NCE Elementary classes. NEDP students will be escorted to NEDP at the end of their NCE class.
Enrollment Policy: Students may only register for NCE classes at the school they currently attend, unless otherwise specified.
Health and Safety: As NCE is part of the Needham Public Schools, NCE programs will adhere to all health and safety guidelines in place for Needham Public Schools.
Program Director, Elementary + Summer Explorations: Anna_Cohen@needham.k12.ma.us
Scholarships: Rita_Jarvis@needham.k12.ma.us
Needham Community Education (NCE) offers a variety of enrichment programs for grades 1-5 (Fall/Winter) + K-5 (Winter/Spring), located at all Needham Elementary schools. NCE provides students with joyful and educational opportunities in the areas of visual arts, active play, science exploration, chess, technology and beyond. If you are looking to support your student's interests in a space that is welcoming and inclusive, NCE is the place for you!
Elementary After School Classes for Winter/Spring 2026 (Grades K-5) will be shared in late-December/early-January. Please keep a lookout on this website or for future emails regarding!
