LEARN. play. explore. grow.
A place to learn, play, explore and grow
The staff at Village Nursery School believe that children learn through play. We provide age appropriate opportunities for children to explore, discover, create and imagine.
About us
We believe children learn through play
The Village Nursery School is a non-profit, private school for toddler and preschool age children serving families from Harvard and surrounding towns. Our developmentally appropriate, child-centered approach honors the uniqueness of each child while providing an interesting and enriching experience.
News & Events
latest announcements
CURRENT ENROLLMENT AVAILABILITY
We have a few spots left for our 2025-2026 school year, in our Two year old Program as well as our Pre-K program. Please contact us for more information.
THE APPLICATION PERIOD FOR 2026-2027 IS NOW OPEN
All applications for the 2026-2027 school year are to be submitted through our school portal (linked below) We have reached our initial application deadline, but will continue to accept applications for our 2 Year Old and 3 Year Old Programs through February 15, 2026.
All currently enrolled students and alumni will be notified of their application status by February 15, 2026. New applicants will be notified of their application status by March 1, 2026. VNS will then issue an enrollment contract to each accepted student. Upon receipt of this contract, you must sign and pay a 10% non-refundable tuition deposit by April 1st, 2026. A second 10% deposit will be due by May 1, 2026.
Please call or email us with any questions!
UPCOMING EVENTS
- December 22, 2025 – January 2, 2026 VNS is closed for Winter Break. Classes will resume Monday – January 5, 2026
- January 14, 2026 – no school for M/W Twos & M/W/F Threes; Teachers will hold Parent Teacher Conferences
- January 15, 2026 – no school for ALL CLASSES; Teachers will hold Parent Teacher Conferences
- January 19, 2026 – VNS is closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day
We have two kids who attend VNS and I cannot say enough great things about the school. The teachers and staff truly care about each and every child and you can tell they are passionate about what they do.
VNS Mom
Sample of program OFFERINGS
We offer programs for children between the ages of 2 through Pre-K and enroll by each academic year. Classes run from as early as 8:45am to 1pm. Extended day options are also available until 3pm Monday – Friday.
2 Year Olds
Our Two Year Old Program is designed to provide an opportunity for 2 year old’s to experience the same high quality early childhood educational experiences as preschoolers, while maintaining appropriate activities for twos.
3 Year Olds
Three year old programs are often a child’s first introduction to school. Emphasis is on learning to navigate a classroom setting and to be part of a group. Sensory, fine motor, beginning math and science activities are offered for children to explore. Basic social and self-help skills are regularly practiced.
Pre-K
Pre-K children are building on the knowledge and skills gained in their three year old programs. Emphasis is on kindergarten readiness skills while still maintaining the value of learning through play in preschool.
More than just a joyful place
We begin enrollment in January. Contact us now to get more details and schedule a tour!