Rothesay Nursery School is a cooperative, public (not-for-profit), play-based nursery school for 3 and 4-year-old children.

Our school is one of the few parent-run and operated preschool programs. As such, we rely on parents to volunteer at our school.

The teachers have the training and experience to supervise the children in an environment because that allows them to socialize and fosters independence.

Furthermore we believe in the provision of a safe, healthy, inclusive learning environment for young children; one that is an extension of the home.  Our program connects the home and the community through parent partnership.

Play-based Learning

We believe children learn and feel comfortable through the process of play. They are able to have these experiences on an individual basis and within a group setting.

Teachers treat each student with respect in an environment that is fun, supportive, which develops trust between the facilitator and the child.

Self-Initiated play encourages children to learn because play is how children explore the world and take information from it.

Creating word recognition allows children to form mental pictures by using learning materials that can be seen, heard, felt, smelled or tasted

Hands-on experience with size, weight, movement, and properties of materials prepares children for the math and science concepts they will learn as they advance through the education system.

Lesson’s are planned around events & experiences in the children’s lives.  Learning about themselves and their own lives first will activate their own natural desire to learn.