Two play areas at Bates Elementary open to the public outside school hours. The back structure has three slides and a rock wall; the front was rebuilt in spring 2025 with spinners, rope ladders, and an obstacle course.
What to expect
Dogs
Dogs may be off-leash under immediate voice control on Wellesley park and conservation land; leashes (max 7 feet) are required on streets and sidewalks. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Hours
Parks are open dawn until dusk unless otherwise posted; conservation-land trails close overnight. That's the town default unless posted otherwise.
Managed by
Wellesley Public Schools facilities
WebsiteCommon questions
Can I bring my dog to Bates Elementary School Playground?
Dogs may be off-leash under immediate voice control on Wellesley park and conservation land; leashes (max 7 feet) are required on streets and sidewalks. Posted signs at the site take precedence.