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Welcome to Bates Elementary School!

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Bates Elementary School

By focusing on the enhancement of the arts, by building a foundation for literacy and by maximizing the potential of the whole child, the Bates School strives to guide our students beyond their creative horizons, surrounded by a safe, friendly, and child-centered community.

First Day of School

Grades 1-5: Thursday, Aug. 28; PreK/K: Thursday, Sept. 4;

School Type

Elementary PreK-5

Estimated Enrollment

408 Students

School Meals

Breakfast & Lunch

Hours

Mon-Fri: 7:45am to 2:20pm, Early Release PK at 10:55 am Kindergarten at 11:00 am Grades 1-5 at 11:05 am

2025-26 Student Handbook
2025-26 School Calendar

Principal

Sue Faria-Smith


Picture Day is almost here! 📸 Mark your calendars for Friday, September 19, 2025, at Bates Elementary School.

✔️ All students will have their photo taken on Picture Day.
✔️ Photo packages will be sent home with your student once they are ready.
✔️ Families can pre-order online at mylifetouch.com using the Picture Day ID found on your child’s photo envelope: EVTPV4M7H.

If you need assistance, please visit the Lifetouch Help Center at lifetouch.com/support-us.
You’ll also find more information in the flyer attached.

We’re looking forward to capturing all those bright smiles on Picture Day!

53, Liberty Hill Avenue, Salem, Massachusetts, 01970, United States

ADDRESS
53 Liberty Hill Ave
Salem, MA 01970
FAX
978-740-1255