The Village Nursery School is a non-profit, private school for toddler, preschool and kindergarten children which enrolls approximately 75 students from Harvard and a wide number of towns west of Boston.
The school follows a developmental model of education, to provide a nurturing child-centered environment that supports each child's learning style and developmental readiness.
VNS promotes the joy and happiness that young children need and deserve in their first school experience.
The Village Nursery School offers small classes, each of which is supervised by either a head teacher and assistant teacher or a team of two co-teachers.
The school employs a director, teachers, assistants, an when necessary consultants and advisors, who by prior education, training,experience, and interest in early childhood education can meet the the needs of the children and uphold the school's philosophy and goals.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 71 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1953
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
71 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
List of Courses Offered
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Village Nursery School?
The application deadline for Village Nursery School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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