31 Thorpe Rd. Needham, MA 02494 USA Phone: 781-449-7687 Fax: 781-449-9098 Email: PottersSchool@aol.com Hours: Mon, Tues 12-6; Wed, Thurs 11-5; Friday 10-4
Adult Pottery Classes
We are the only studio in Needham, Massachusetts to teach adult pottery lessons so sign up for one of our classes and get muddy!
Our classes are open to those 18 years of age and older. The class size is limited to 8.
Classes are tailored to the needs and interests of each individual student. All of our classes encourage you to progress at your own pace and assure the personal attention you will need to continue to grow. Our teachers are also experienced in hand building and sculptural methods.
The class fee includes materials, a $25 administration fee, and additional studio time. Firing charges are not included with tuition, but students receive a discounted rate. These fees are nominal and based on only what you decide to finish and fire and will vary from student to student. Our classes meet once a week for 2 hours. In addition to class time, students are welcome to 5 hours of free practice time per week during regular business hours that are kept up to date on the front page of our website. Additional studio time beyond 5 hours a week will be charged at a rate of $5 per hour. Please be a good citizen and log your hours on the sign in sheet.
Beginning to advanced classes are open to all levels, and though focused on wheel throwing, people interested in pursuing hand building and sculpture are welcome!
Advanced throwing class (when offered) is strictly limited to those with developed and advanced throwing skills. A conversation with one of our teachers is required prior to being accepted into the class. Please call the studio for more information.
Private lessons (when our schedule allows) available only to those with solid intermediate-advanced clay working skills or higher and are for those looking for one-on-one individual instruction and coaching. They are scheduled at times convenient to both the student and teacher. They may be a single coaching session or a series of meetings over a period of weeks. The fee for private lessons is $75/hour, materials included, firing charges are additional as described above. Private lessons do not include additional studio time. However, they make you eligible for special Potters School Student rates on studio membership while you are enrolled, and if a minimum of four private classes are scheduled.
For those enrolled in our classes who want additional or more flexible studio access than described above, we offer special Potters School Student rates on our studio memberships:
Unlimited Access Resident Membership: $415 quarterly (regularly $575)
Limited Access Resident Membership: $315 quarterly (regularly $425)
Please see our Membership page for complete details on each category of membership.
The Potters School shares space with The Potters Shop and its members. As a current student, you are welcome to use the same tools and equipment, while enjoying other benefits (please see below).
Class registration is now closed for our 2025 Spring Session.
9 weeks / $450 tuition
Beginner to Advanced Throwing
(no class on May 27th)
(no class on June 19th)
12 weeks / $600 tuition
Beginner to Advanced Throwing
(no class on Sept. 23rd & Nov. 25th)
(no class on Oct. 2nd & Nov. 27th)
This class is full for the 2024-25 session.
Class Sign Up and Reservation
Classes are limited to 8 students. Current students have registration priority for the next session before it is open to the public. We do not have a waiting list and do not hold spots. We DO have a class interest list. After the current student re-enrollment period is over we send out an email to the class interest list informing the public of open enrollment. The class fee must be paid in full in order to reserve your space. Class fees may be paid in cash, check, or via Venmo.
Let us know if you have any questions or would like to be added to the Class Interest List to receive info on future class scheduling.
781-449-7687 pottersschool@aol.com
Refunds If you choose to cancel your reservation prior to the start of the session, a full refund less the $25 administration fee will be given only if The Potters School can fill your spot. Class fees are not transferable to subsequent sessions.
Other Student Benefits - as a currently enrolled student we hope that you will take advantage of the benefits that the studio has to offer:
- Use of the lending library
- Gallery participation eligibility
- Student membership firing rates
- Attendance at membership-only demos and workshops
- Member discount on visiting artist workshops
- Participation in member-only raku firings
Make Up Classes Classes canceled due to weather by The Potters School for any reason will be rescheduled. There are no other make up classes available.
31 Thorpe Rd. Needham, MA 02494 USA Phone: 781-449-7687 Fax: 781-449-9098 Email: PottersSchool@aol.com Hours: M-Th: 11-5 F: 10-4