So happy I found this place! I was hesitant to have my baby start any type of school program but this was a wonderful soft intro allowing me to be there and see him grow. I've also made some great mom friends! It's not just a play school but a community of friends. And as a bonus you get access to helpful parenting resources. read more

My daughter has had a truly magical two years here with Teacher Adrianne and so have I. NVNS is exactly what I was looking for as a new mom who wanted to stay involved in my daughter's care but also wanted to broaden her social horizons. The community of parents is extraordinary and we've made some amazing friends. The program is play based, 100% tech free, and Teacher A is extremely knowledgeable about Montessori and Reggio Emilia and incorporates aspects of both in her approach. My daughter loves coming here- I cannot recommend it enough. read more

Napa Valley Nursery School has been the best experience for our daughter. We wanted to be able to have a part in her first experience outside the home, so the co-op style was ideal. The uninterrupted play has given her the space to grow in her independence and engage in peer interactions at her own pace. Teacher Adrianne is a loving, steady, and attentive teacher. Our daughter is excited for school each day and our family has made wonderful friends among the other parents. We can't recommend Napa Valley Nursery School enough! read more

My son absolutely loves NVNS - the open play and parent involvement of being a part of a co-op is something special that we searched for. Expecting our 2nd child and we will be enrolling our next child here too! read more

wonderful school, gentle low-key environment yet highly engaging for curious young kids. the co op element makes it affordable and gives parents insight and peace of mind being included in kiddo's education. read more

I absolutely LOVE NVNS! My son loves going to school. It is so exciting watching him thrive under the attention of Teacher Adrianne and the other participating parents. I value the rich community that is part of the coop model of NVNS. It has become an important resource for our family. read more

Napa Valley Nursery School is a great place to allow your child to learn and play and thrive in their own ways! I have learned so much from the teachers and Alumni family! Thank you NVNS for giving me and my child the skills and memories to cherish forever! read more

Our family has had an amazing experience being enrolled in NVNS. Our daughter loves going to school, and we love being a part of the community of families that makes this school so special! read more

Both of my kids have now graduated and moved on to elementary school. They both entered kindergarten completely prepared, both socially and academically, and have thrived. They miss NVNS and also love their new school - it couldn't be much better. My younger child's final year was with the new director, Teacher Adrianne, who is faaaaabulous. She's smart, patient, engaged and demonstrates impressive expertise in early childhood development and issues. We continue to be so grateful for the invaluable time we had at NVNS. We (I'm taking about us parents now) made some of our best friends there, and would recommend it to anyone! read more

This place is magical. My son attends and it is so engaging and fun for him to play and learn how to be social. My mom has been an early childhood educator for 40 years and she said to send our kids to a co-op. Well we were very lucky this co-op is our local one! It is an exceptional school and you really learn about the preschool age group and how to parent/solve conflict better. read more

"TOGETHER WE ARE BETTER" if this motto rings true for you then maybe you need to be united with the amazing community of families at Napa Valley Nursery School. Ive never been part of a more willing group of volunteers, or a more positive environment for children. So good. For the whole family. read more

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We were just reflecting today on how thankful we are to have found this gem of a school. Carrying on the legacy of the amazing Mz. Lori, the new teachers Adrienne and Elizabeth effervesce with a true spirit of joy in the delivery of play-based education. You can hardly tell the teachers are leading instep with the latest and greatest in evidence-based early child development in mind. The best aspect of the school (apart from the teachers) is the cooperative nature. Parents participate in classroom daily, receive parent education monthly, and contribute to the everyday function of the school through parent jobs. This coop design keeps tuition low and community-building high. I cannot recommend this lovely school enough. I'm also impressed with how it has pivoted during the pandemic to deliver high quality "together at home" boxes and continue parent Ed over zoom. We look forward to being in the NVNS community for years to come as we plan to send my son in the future. My daughter is in her second year currently. read more

We absolutely love everything NVNS has to offer. When it came to looking at preschool we focused on finding the perfect "play based" environment for our little one. What makes this school even better than others is the fact that it is a co-op with the most welcoming community of families. There is a sense of security and belonging to everyone who walks through the doors, whether they are a student, a parent, a grandparent.. Napa Valley Nursery is a home away from home. I could have sent our kid to the preschool down the street where she would be sitting at a desk on rainy days - but here my daughter is jumping through puddles and playing with the water table while it's pouring! Hammering nails into wood, creating beautiful paintings that we take home everyday. She loves the freedom of just being a kid, and we love NVNS!! read more

This parent cooperative preschool is a wonderful place for both parents and children alike! All of my 3 children have attended this school and we have made lifelong connections. The school is playbased so the children do not feel pressure to do anything except what is natural for preschoolers - sing, dance, eat, and PLAY! Parents are expected to take on a parent job (e.g., maintenance, fundraising, etc) and work in the classroom 2 to 3 times a month, but I have found both roles to be rewarding. I love being able to really get to know the other children and parents and to fully understand what happens during my child's school day and to be a part of their preschool experience. read more

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Such an awesome preschool. We're very happy. My daughter is so excited and can't wait for school every day! The activities the kids can do are so creative and fun. If you're the type of parent that likes to be involved, you'll love it here too. It's fun to be around like minded families, that all have vested interests in making the school environment positive, fun, and successful. I love my school job! It's actually ignited something in me that may lead to a major career change in the future. All in all, we made the right choice in NVNS! read more

Napa Valley Nursery School - Preschools Near Me - Napa, California

I am a local business owner I own two successful local businesses. Miss Lori the owner of Napa valley nursery School is a horrible person. Do not go to Napa valley nursery School she's very vindictive and manipulative. My wife did not volunteer enough at the preschool so she made a power play and called the cops and CPS to my house not because she was at all legitimately concerned for my daughter but because she was being very vindictive. She made some questionable personal decisions in life and has a lot of her own problems so she takes it out on other people. The police and CPS both told me that we have every right for our kid to no longer go to Napa valley nursery School and that they believe Miss Lori was just being vindictive and making some kind of strange move they said that we are great parents my daughter is now 9 years old and goes to a special gate school for gifted kids that you have to test into she's the only one that made it out of her school of 881 kids shame on you Miss Lori and Napa valley nursery School read more

Our family has had the privilege to attend NVNS for three years now. This school is a magical, nurturing and inspiring place for children and parents. Through the co-op, we as parents have learned more about childhood education, psychology and parenting than from any book or podcast or article. This school is one-of-a-kind. Put your name on the waitlist. You will thank me later, I promise you. read more

If you are willing to be involved in your child's emotional and physical growth this is THE place to be. As a cooperative nursery school, parents work in the school while their child attends. You also have a strong, knowledgeable and supportive network of parents to share in the challenges and joys of parenting. Mz. Lori is amazing to watch and learn from. You know the place is special when parents can't wait to bring their child to the same school they attended. And in some cases they were with Mz. Lori! Experience counts. read more

My favorite place to be! I love to hang out with the little people. The best part of NVNS is being together: with your little one, with other parents and their children, and with Mz. Lori. Lori is one of the most impressively knowledgable educators I have ever observed. Our family has greatly enjoyed our time at NVNS. If you are looking for a place to BE WITH YOUR CHILD as they make the transition from home to school, then this is your place. This is the place to be TOGETHER! read more