San Mateo Parents' Nursery School

San Mateo Parents' Nursery School

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Welcome to SMPNS! For over 75 years, children have been learning through play and families have been supported by the SMPNS community.

We have a private Facebook group for enrolled families: https://www.facebook.com/groups/smpns/
Facility #410505801

02/24/2026

He came for preschool… and left with a whole new favorite part of the week. 💜
One of our SMPNS co-op dads told us: “I didn’t realize I liked being around the kids so much!”—and honestly, we hear versions of this all the time!
Co-op volunteerism isn’t just a way to make childcare more affordable. It’s a front-row seat to the magic: tiny humans with big feelings, hilarious conversations, and the kind of joy you don’t know you’re missing until you’re in it.
If you’ve ever wondered whether co-op life is “for you”… it might surprise you. ✨
Now enrolling for Summer & Fall! Come for a Daily Tour 9:30-10:30 or to our next Open House on Sunday, March 15th from 10:00-12:00!

02/18/2026

Please join us for Three Upcoming Open Houses this Spring! We are enrolling 2-5 year olds for full and part-time schedules with Co-Op and Non-Co-Op spots available!

Photos from San Mateo Parents' Nursery School's post 12/31/2025

New year’s resolution: more play, more joy, more community. ✨
Come visit SMPNS at our upcoming Open Houses and join our new Parent & Me toddler play dates (15–24 months). Make this the year your family finds its preschool home. 💜🛝

12/14/2025

Come “try on” the SMPNS Village this spring at our Make Magic Play Dates — made just for toddlers 15–24 months.

Expect big-kid curiosity + little-kid joy: sensory play, sandbox time, cozy stories, a snack, and lots of community 💕

🎟️ Toddlers (15–24 months) welcome
🌷 Spring Play Dates on select Saturdays • 9:30–11:00
Jan 24 • Feb 14 • Feb 28 • Mar 14 • Mar 28 • Apr 25 • May 9 • May 23
📍 SMPNS
👉 Learn more about Making Magic on our website

Photos from San Mateo Parents' Nursery School's post 12/09/2025

SMPNS is excited to offer Parent & Me Toddler Play Dates!

These special play groups will provide a chance for parents to experience the SMPNS philosophy with past and present members of the teaching staff and current families who know how co-op communities sprinkle magic through a child’s most important activity: play!

Each session will include child-led activities, parent connection, and a snack.

All classes are Saturdays from 9:30-11:00
January 24th 🔹 February 14th 🔹 February 28th 🔹 March 14th 🔹 March 28th 🔹 April 25th 🔹 May 9th 🔹 May 23rd

Classes are for children ages 15 months to 24 months and at least one caregiver.

You may book a single class, a four-class pass, or an eight class-pass. Any purchase is applied to your application fee if you decide to enroll at SMPNS! Visit
https://www.smpns.org/toddlers

11/13/2025

☔️ Rain or Shine! The fun never stops at SMPNS! 🌈 Every session has art, crafts, fine motor & sensory experiences, dramatic play, story time, loads of action, loving parents and passionate teachers! Come see why play-based learning has never been so special or flexible! Daily Tours 9:30-10:30. Openings now 2-5 years, M-F am/pm/all day/co-op & non-co-op!

11/04/2025

🗣️ Big updates at SMPNS & Spots Available!

We have reopened PM Only enrollment (previously for TK age only) and are rolling out increased enrollment for children 2.0-2.5 years for two mornings a week to help the youngest members of our community acclimate!

Our pm program is non-co-op and perfect for children who play all morning but no longer nap when Mama needs a break! Space is limited for 2 year olds, and we still have both co-op and non-co-op spots for late winter and spring!

Come check us out or drop by our table at the Burlingame Parents Club Preschool Fair this Saturday at Episcopal Day School from 10-12!

09/16/2025

Plan on PJ's Pizza next week! Order a pie from this alumni family-owned business, and they will donate 20% back to SMPNS! This fundraiser runs from Monday, Sept 22 to Thursday, Sept 25!

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1732 Monte Diablo Avenue
San Mateo, CA
94401

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 6pm
Thursday 7:30am - 6pm
Friday 7:30am - 6pm