Harvard Village Nursery School

At Village Nursery School, we believe that children learn through play, and that's why we provide age-appropriate opportunities for children to explore, discover, create, and imagine. As a non-profit, private school for toddler and preschool age children, we serve families from Harvard and surrounding towns.

Our Philosophy

Our developmentally appropriate, child-centered approach honors the uniqueness of each child while providing an interesting and enriching experience. We believe that children learn best when they are actively engaged in the learning process, and that's why we prioritize play-based learning. Our dedicated and experienced staff are passionate about what they do, and we strive to create a nurturing and supportive environment that fosters intellectual, creative, physical, social, and emotional growth.

Our Programs

We offer programs for children between the ages of 2 through Pre-K, with classes running from as early as 8:45am to 1pm. Extended day options are also available from Monday to Thursday until 3pm and Fridays until 2pm. Our programs are designed to provide a rich classroom experience that integrates and values the differing needs and unique qualities of all students.

Two Year Olds

Our Two Year Old Program is designed to provide an opportunity for 2-year-olds to experience the same high-quality early childhood educational experiences as preschoolers, while maintaining appropriate activities for twos.

Three Year Olds

Our Three Year Old Program is designed to introduce children to a classroom setting and to be part of a group. We emphasize learning to navigate a classroom setting, practicing basic social and self-help skills, and engaging in sensory, fine motor, beginning math, and science activities.

Pre-K

Our Pre-K Program builds on the knowledge and skills gained in our Three Year Old Program, with an emphasis on kindergarten readiness skills while still maintaining the value of learning through play in preschool.

Why Choose Us

At Village Nursery School, we are dedicated to providing a joyful and enriching experience for your child. Our staff are passionate about what they do, and we strive to create a nurturing and supportive environment that fosters intellectual, creative, physical, social, and emotional growth. We believe that every child is unique and deserves to be treated with respect and dignity.