Spruce Street Nursery School

Spruce Street Nursery School Founded in 1996, Spruce Street was created to provide an environment that supports the development of young children and fosters creative thinking.

Spruce Street Nursery School serves children ages 2-5 and is located in the heart of downtown Boston. At Spruce we recognize that children learn about the world through active exploration and play. Teachers here develop curriculum to honor and explore each child's potential. Classrooms are designed to offer many opportunities for a child to learn at his or her own pace. Art, music, and children's

literature are essential elements of our program. Concepts and skills are presented at appropriate developmental stages and then expanded upon through both structured activity and imaginative play. Many children begin attending on a part-time schedule which allows both the child and family to achieve a comfort level with school and the separation process. Scheduled days increase in subsequent years as your child becomes acclimated to school, allowing greater continuity of curriculum as your child grows and develops. We feel that children of all ages should come together to learn from and with each other. Although our classrooms are grouped and defined generally by age, all of the children have ample opportunity to work with other teachers and age groups as well. By encouraging interchange between classrooms a greater feeling of community is experienced as children both younger and older come to know and appreciate one another. The city provides the school with many opportunities for concrete experiences that broaden the children’s understanding of the world around them. Cart rides along city streets and trips to the park contribute to an essential understanding of what it means to be part of a larger community. The many resources available in the city are invaluable teaching tools. The richness and diversity of the urban environment both informs and enriches our educational mission. Spruce Street Nursery School admits students of any race, color, and national origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students of the school. Spruce Street Nursery School does not discriminate on the basis of race, cultural heritage, national or ethnic origin, marital status, religion, political beliefs, disability or sexual orientation in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, and other school administered programs.

A season full of bright days and spring smiles!!☀️🌷
06/12/2026

A season full of bright days and spring smiles!!☀️🌷

The Oaks filled their pom-pom bucket! They celebrated with a beach-themed party yesterday filled with dancing, popsicles...
05/14/2026

The Oaks filled their pom-pom bucket! They celebrated with a beach-themed party yesterday filled with dancing, popsicles, playing with beach balls, and more! Surfs up, Oaks!😎🌊🤙🏄‍♀️🏖️☀️

Spruce Spring Auction Art! 🤩🖼️ These amazing art pieces will be a part of the Live Auction on Friday! Get your paddles r...
04/28/2026

Spruce Spring Auction Art! 🤩🖼️ These amazing art pieces will be a part of the Live Auction on Friday! Get your paddles ready!! 🎊

We can’t wait to celebrate 30 magical years of Spruce!✨💚 Festive ‘90s attire is encouraged (but optional)!🎉
03/05/2026

We can’t wait to celebrate 30 magical years of Spruce!✨💚 Festive ‘90s attire is encouraged (but optional)!🎉

On Friday, The Maples and Oaks had a great day celebrating the 100th day of school! 🥳The Maples made cupcakes and dresse...
03/02/2026

On Friday, The Maples and Oaks had a great day celebrating the 100th day of school! 🥳
The Maples made cupcakes and dressed up as 100-year-olds, which was a hoot! The Oaks had a special snack made up of 100 delicious items.😋 They also drew a future self-portrait and imagined what they will be doing as centenarians!

Happy Valentine’s Day, friends! ✨💝✨
02/13/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day, friends! ✨💝✨

☃️❄️ Snow FUN! ❄️☃️
02/05/2026

☃️❄️ Snow FUN! ❄️☃️

On November 15, Spruce Street proudly won the First Annual Sippy Cup Invitational, a friendly but fiercely competitive p...
12/19/2025

On November 15, Spruce Street proudly won the First Annual Sippy Cup Invitational, a friendly but fiercely competitive pickleball and co****le tournament that brought together nearly 80 dads from Spruce Street, JWS, Kingsley, Park Street, and Croft. What began as a lighthearted idea quickly became one of the most entertaining fundraisers of the year, raising funds for all five Boston nursery schools!👏🎉

A huge thank-you to everyone who competed, cheered, volunteered, and helped make the inaugural tournament such a success!

Winter cheer! 🎉❄️☃️Here are some sweet moments from the Holiday Shares! Wishing everyone a warm and joyful holiday seaso...
12/15/2025

Winter cheer! 🎉❄️☃️Here are some sweet moments from the Holiday Shares! Wishing everyone a warm and joyful holiday season! ❤️

The annual All-School Thanksgiving Feast! The Acorns made cornbread muffins, the Willows made applesauce, the Maples mad...
11/21/2025

The annual All-School Thanksgiving Feast! The Acorns made cornbread muffins, the Willows made applesauce, the Maples made cranberry crumble, and the Oaks made sweet potato casserole topped with mini marshmallows. What an event!
Wishing everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving! 🍽 🎉💚

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Boston, MA

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 3:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 3:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 3:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 3:30pm

Telephone

(617) 482-5252

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