Portland Nursery School Enrollment

Class size is limited to 14 children. There is no discrimination because of race, creed, or national origin in school administration, education policies, or enrollment. We do try to maintain a balance between younger and older children, and boys to girls. Children must be 3 years old by October 15 to attend the preschool.

A classroom visit is strongly encouraged to get a sense of the school and the responsibilities. We want to take every opportunity to answer all of your questions prior to registration.

To set up a visit, request an enrollment packet, or find out more about Portland Nursery School, please call our school or contact our enrollment coordinators:

Parent Testimonials

My family chose Portland Nursery School first because of its wonderful teacher, Janet Durgin. Janet’s gentle, nurturing personality provided a positive first school experience for our whole family.  My children are so excited to go to school! Since becoming involved in the coop three years ago, we are continually amazed at how much the families at Portland Nursery School enrich our own family’s learning and experiences on a daily basis. We are so thankful to be a part of a school community of caring adults and children that now extends beyond the classroom and preschool years.  - April Wernig & Drew Sigfridson

Going into the coop experience, I expected my girls to make friends, and they did- wonderful, amazing, irreplaceable friends. What I didn't expect was that I would, too. - Maria Russell

Portland Nursery School was an amazing experience for our family. Janet’s gentle, nurturing manner was the perfect fit for our daughter. Every day that she walked in to the classroom she felt welcomed and loved. And every day that we worked in the classroom we were able to see and be part of that wonderful environment. - Jessica and Richard Marino

It’s rare that you have an opportunity to really get involved in your children’s education.  We are so fortunate to have a wonderful place like Portland Nursery School.  To be involved in the running of the school and participate directly in your child’s early educational experience sets the stage for  many successful years of school in the future.    Being in the classroom with my daughter is a priceless experience. To see her interact with friends, laugh, have fun, and do new and different things gave us so much to talk about!  Janet is the most dedicated teacher one will ever find.  She is full of heart and really cares about each individual child and their learning and development. PNS is a such a special place! -Tara and Drew Jenkins