Global Children School

Global Children School is an independent early childhood school in Woburn serving infants through kindergarten. Its own philosophy, called Early Global Education, treats the first years as the start of a child’s relationship with people, ideas, cultures and the planet. Children hear English, Spanish and Russian in daily life and encounter traditions, music, art and food from many cultures as a regular part of learning rather than as special-occasion extras.

Teachers learn each child’s temperament, interests and next developmental step, then design hands-on experiences based on observation instead of worksheets. The program blends languages, intentional play, STEM, arts, music, movement and gym, supported by secure relationships, nourishing meals and predictable routines. Founder Tatyana Martelli leads the school with David Martelli, its technology and STEM director, and families are treated as partners in protecting each child’s voice and well-being.

What to Know

• The school also has campuses in Cambridge and Natick.
• Teachers hold the required state early education qualifications and complete an internal GCS Certification pathway.
• New educators go through classroom shadowing, health and safety training and mentorship before taking on full responsibility.
• Specialist teachers lead STEM, music, movement, languages and the arts.