Second Church Nursery School

Second Church Nursery School

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"Play is serious business" Over the years, we have evolved into a nonsectarian nursery school serving families in Newton and the surrounding communities.

The SCNS was established in 1934 (celebrating our 88th anniversary this year) as a morning program by a small group of church families. We now offer extended day, toddler and summer programs to approximately 80 families, many of whom are second-generation alumni and even third generation alumni. The SCNS is designed to help your child become a confident, happy and independent person. The children

06/18/2026

✨ That's a wrap on our 93rd year at SCNS!
Today we celebrated friendships, learning, laughter, and so many special memories made throughout the year. We are incredibly proud of all our children and the growth we've witnessed, from first days filled with uncertainty to confident, curious learners ready for their next adventure.
To our graduates, we wish you all the best as you head off to kindergarten. To our returning friends, we can't wait to see you again soon!
Thank you to our amazing families, dedicated teachers, and supportive school community for making this year so special.
Have a safe, happy, and fun-filled summer! ☀️❤️

Photos from Second Church Nursery School's post 06/07/2026

So much learning at SCNS! This week, we explored volcanoes and bees, supported our local food pantry through donations, and learned about George O’Keefe and the important role of the post office in our community. Learning is everywhere when curiosity leads the way! ❤️📚🐝🌋📬

Photos from Second Church Nursery School's post 05/23/2026

From Farm Day to releasing butterflies, to Silly Sock Day, our new take-out window, and so much more! It’s always a good time at SCNS! 🦋🧦🐥☀️

Photos from Second Church Nursery School's post 05/14/2026

🎭 Pumpernickel Puppets came to visit us today!
It was such a fun and magical day at SCNS! The children, parents and teachers absolutely loved the stories, characters, and laughter they brought. A wonderful visit full of joy and imagination!

05/10/2026

To the incredible moms and teachers who fill SCNS with love every single day, Happy Mother’s Day! 💐✨
Wishing you a beautiful day filled with love and celebration. 💕

Photos from Second Church Nursery School's post 05/07/2026

Last week we had the sweetest visitors! Our favorite Barn Babies came to SCNS! 🐣🐰🐑
The children were so excited to meet and gently interact with the animals, ask questions, and learn up close about these barn babies in such a fun, hands-on way. There were smiles, giggles, and lots of careful petting all around. 🐣🐐🐷🐱

05/03/2026

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to our incredible SCNS teachers! 🍎✨

Each and every day, you bring patience, creativity, and so much heart into the classroom. You create a warm, nurturing environment where our children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn. The impact you make goes far beyond the classroom, and we are so grateful for the love and dedication you show to our school community.
Thank you for all that you do,today and every day! ❤️You are the BEST!

Photos from Second Church Nursery School's post 04/18/2026

This week we celebrated the creativity of our Teddy Bear 🧸 and Panda 🐼 classes at their wonderful art exhibits!
From Picasso to Monet, Matisse to Kintsugi, and many more inspirations, the children explored a wide range of artistic styles and ideas. Art is such an important part of early childhood,it helps children express themselves, build confidence, and let their creativity shine. We are so proud of their beautiful work! 🎨✨

Photos from Second Church Nursery School's post 04/10/2026

Our Koala Explorers (4-year-olds) are so excited about the Artemis 2 program! We’ve been busy building a rocket, exploring space, and dreaming about becoming future astronauts.
Wait until you see our paper mâché planets… coming soon! 🪐✨

Photos from Second Church Nursery School's post 04/09/2026

For our youngest learners at SCNS,
Playing with friends, exploring new things, and trying simple experiments are all part of the day. Little hands make big discoveries, and every moment is filled with learning, laughter, and so much fun!

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60 Highland Street
Newton, MA
02465

Opening Hours

Monday 8:45am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 8:45am - 3:30pm
Wednesday 8:45am - 3:30pm
Thursday 8:45am - 3:30pm
Friday 8:45am - 3:30pm