Community Nursery School of PUMC

Community Nursery School of PUMC

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NOW accepting registration for 2026-2027 school year. Call (845) 471-3343 to register or schedule a tour

06/15/2026

β˜€οΈ Summer Fun Challenge! β˜€οΈ

On your next walk, see if your little one can find:
🌿 A leaf
🌼 A flower
🐦 A bird
πŸͺ¨ A rock
🐜 An insect

Talk about the colors, shapes, and textures you discover along the way. Simple activities like this help build observation skills, vocabulary, and curiosity while making wonderful family memories.

πŸ“Έ We'd love to see your adventures! Share a photo in the comments and let us know what exciting things your child found.

Happy exploring! 🌞

06/10/2026

πŸŽ“ Congratulations to our preschool graduates! πŸŽ“

What an amazing year it has been watching these wonderful children learn, grow, laugh, play, and shine. Each of them brought something so special to our classroom, and we are so proud of all they have accomplished.

Thank you to our families for sharing your incredible children with us and for your support throughout the year. We will miss them so much, but we know they are ready to do amazing things in kindergarten!

Once a part of our preschool family, always a part of our preschool family. πŸ’›

06/03/2026

At CNS, we know parents have options for their preschoolers. We are also extremely confident in the quality and value of our program. Here are links to articles that compare smaller community programs (like CNS) to Universal Pre-K:
Private vs. Public Preschool: Understanding the Differences and What’s Best for Your Child
https://casaearlylearning.com/blog/private-vs-public-pre-k/
The Benefits of Independent Preschools vs. UPK in New York
https://www.piercecountrydayschool.com/blog/the-benefits-of-independent-preschools-vs-upk-in-new-york/
Private vs. Public Preschool: Making the Right Choice for Your Child
https://www.wonderschool.com/blog/family-resources/private-vs-public-preschool
Private Pre-K vs. Public: Pros and Cons
https://lacanadapreschool.com/private-pre-k-vs-public-t-k-pros-and-cons/
We also know that NO ONE knows your child better than you! You WILL make the right decision! But if you'd like to chat about the CNS option, give us a call at 845-505-1302.

05/29/2026

What a sweet day at Zoe's Ice Cream Barn! 🍦✨
Our preschool friends had an amazing time learning how ice cream is made from start to finish. They helped make whipped cream, assisted with the ice cream-making process, and of course enjoyed a delicious treat at the end!
The smiles, excitement, and hands-on learning made for a memorable day and a wonderful field trip experience. Thank you to Zoe's Ice Cream Barn for giving our students such a fun and educational adventure!

05/29/2026

πŸš€βœ¨ 3...2...1... Blast off!
Our little astronauts have been busy exploring outer space through play, imagination, and discovery! From studying the planets to peering through telescopes and preparing for space missions, our classroom has been full of curious minds reaching for the stars. 🌎πŸͺβ­
Learning through play helps children explore big ideas, ask questions, and develop a love of learning that can take them anywhere... even outer space!

05/11/2026

Today was filled with smiles, laughter, and adventure! β˜€οΈπŸŒ³ We had so much fun exploring together, making memories, and enjoying a beautiful day with our friends. These are the moments that make preschool so special! πŸ’›

05/08/2026

As Teacher Appreciation Week comes to an end, we just want to say how thankful we are for the amazing teachers here at CNS. πŸ’œ

Thank you for the love, patience, creativity, and care you pour into our little learners every single day. The smiles, hugs, laughter, and learning happening in our classrooms are because of you. We are so lucky to have such a wonderful team helping our children grow. 🌈🍎✨

β€œTeachers plant seeds of knowledge that grow forever.” 🌷

05/06/2026

Today was such a special day in our classroom as we said goodbye to our butterflies and watched them spread their wings! πŸ¦‹
The children were so excited to see the amazing transformation from tiny caterpillars to beautiful butterflies. What a wonderful hands on way to learn about growth, change, and nature’s magic! πŸ’™

05/02/2026

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2381 New Hackensack Road
Poughkeepsie, NY
12603

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 12pm
Tuesday 9am - 11:30am
Wednesday 9am - 12pm
Thursday 9am - 11:30am
Friday 9am - 12pm