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The Nest Schools in Simsbury is a licensed childcare and preschool proudly serving families in...

The Nest Schools in Simsbury is a licensed childcare and preschool proudly serving families in Simsbury, Avon, and the surrounding area. We build trusting relationships with families and provide safe, nurturing environments where children grow with joy and develop a lifelong love of learning. We offer care and early learning for children from infants through school-age, with a play-based approach that makes learning feel natural, engaging, and fun. Our thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor spaces, along with caring teachers, create a place where children feel secure, supported, and excited to come each day. We invite families to tour our Simsbury school and experience The Nest difference firsthand.

09/18/2026

A few weeks into the school year, what's new is starting to become familiar and those everyday routines are beginning to matter more than you might realize. 💚

For young children, routines are about so much more than staying on schedule. Familiar moments throughout the day can help children know what to expect, feel secure during transitions, build healthy habits, and create a stronger sense of connection and belonging.

The good news? Routines don’t have to be complicated. ✨ Getting dressed in the morning, a hug before school, talking together at dinner, or reading the same bedtime story each night can all become comforting cues children learn to count on.

At The Nest Schools, we see that same power in the classroom. Predictable rhythms give children the security of knowing what comes next while leaving plenty of room to play, explore, create, move, and discover.

As your family settles into a new school-year rhythm, remember: children need predictable parents, not perfect parents. 💚

To view the full blog post:
https://thenestschool.com/blog/whats-on-the-agenda-why-establishing-routine-is-crucial/

09/14/2026

Nest Play Curriculum is growing right alongside our children!

As we enter Year 6 we’re introducing thoughtful updates designed to make purposeful play even more intentional, adaptable, and connected.

With clearer learning goals, more ways for teachers to bring activities to life, and parent-friendly activity summaries that show what children are learning along the way, these updates make Nest Play even more meaningful for teachers, children, and families.

When we understand the why behind the play, we can see just how much learning is happening in every moment. ✨

To view our blog post about year 6 curriculum updates: https://thenestschool.com/blog/nest-play-curriculum-updates-whats-new-in-year-6/

09/10/2026

Our September Family Newsletter is now available on our website! Get the latest updates, helpful family resources, and what your child will be learning next. 🌿🌟

See the full newsletter here: https://thenestschool.com/blog/september-2026-birds-the-word-family-newsletter/

09/08/2026

Happy International Literacy Day from The Nest Schools! 📚✨ Today we celebrate the magic of books, stories, and early learning.

From read-aloud time to hands-on literacy activities, our teachers help children build strong language skills in a fun, supportive way. 💛🌈

To check out Buddy's Book Review of Read Aloud Stories, visit here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLM6-Ddgp6fyID_-W77LFsH5KF0nkot8OY&si=_OsZKz9N1vn6tAdm

09/04/2026

BIG news for The Nest Schools! ⭐🎉
Our proprietary Nest Play Curriculum, which guides learning across our schools, has received exciting recognition from not one, but TWO states!

⭐ Ohio has approved Nest Play through its Step Up To Quality program.
⭐ North Carolina has named Nest Play an approved curriculum through the North Carolina Child Care Commission and NC DCDEE.

While these recognitions come from Ohio and North Carolina, they celebrate the curriculum our children and teachers experience across The Nest Schools every day. 💚

They reinforce something we’ve always believed: play-based learning is REAL learning. Every tower built, question sparked, masterpiece created, pretend game played, and discovery made is an opportunity to build the skills, confidence, creativity, and curiosity children will carry with them for years to come. ✨

We’re incredibly proud of Nest Play, the educators who bring it to life, and this recognition of the meaningful learning happening in our classrooms every day.

Want to learn more about what each recognition means?
⭐ North Carolina: https://thenestschool.com/blog/play-based-preschool-north-carolina-nest-play/
⭐ Ohio: https://thenestschool.com/blog/play-based-preschool-ohio-nest-play-curriculum/

08/31/2026

See what they’re learning. Know what’s coming next. Keep the learning going at home!

We’ve made it easier than ever for Nest families to stay connected to what their children are learning each month.

Our newly updated Monthly Curriculum pages give you a closer look at the activities and learning goals happening in your child’s classroom, plus easy access to Home-to-School Connection resources filled with ways to extend the learning beyond the classroom.

Finding it all is now even easier! 🎉 You can access Monthly Curriculum right from the main menu on our website.

Take a peek at what your child is learning this month and discover simple ways to be part of it at home! 🏡✨

Check out all of the monthly curriculum updates here: https://thenestschool.com/monthly-curriculum/

08/28/2026

New school year, new routines, and sometimes…new behaviors. 😅💛

Changes in schedules, classrooms, expectations, and everyday routines can be a lot for children to process. When children don’t yet have the words or the developmental skills to explain everything they’re feeling, those feelings can show up through their behavior instead.

So when the after-school meltdown happens or emotions suddenly feel a little bigger than usual, there may be more going on beneath the surface.

Yesterday, we talked about what to do when those tough moments get the best of us. Today, we’re looking at what those big moments might be telling us about them.

Because sometimes, big behavior is a bigger message. 💛

To view the full Nest Builders episode with Michelle Tovar from Practical Life Parenting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-AlQBep57ho&t=869s

08/27/2026

New routines, busy mornings, changing schedules, big feelings… back-to-school season can be an adjustment for parents, too. 💛

Sometimes, in the middle of all that change, we lose our cool. We raise our voice. We react in a way we wish we hadn’t. What happens next matters.

Taking the time to repair, to acknowledge what happened, apologize, and talk about the feelings involved shows children something incredibly important: We all have big emotions. We all make mistakes. And we can take responsibility and make things right.

As your family settles into a new school-year rhythm, remember that emotional intelligence isn’t about handling every moment perfectly. Sometimes, some of the most meaningful lessons come from what we do after a hard moment. 🪺💛

To view our full Nest Builders episode with Parenting Coach Michelle Tovar from Practical Life Parenting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-AlQBep57ho&t=869s

08/26/2026

We’re back to the school year and with new classrooms, new schedules, new faces, and new routines can come some BIG feelings for children. 💛

Learning how to recognize, understand, and express those feelings is an important part of a child’s development and something we can help them practice from an early age.

Swipe through for simple ways to help your child navigate big emotions, build their emotional vocabulary, and develop skills that will support them far beyond the classroom. ➡️

Here’s to a new school year full of learning, growing, and feeling all the feelings! To read the full blog: https://thenestschool.com/blog/nurturing-emotional-intelligence-in-young-children/

08/24/2026

We love these refrigerator-worthy reviews from our families! 💛✨ Thank you for sharing how The Nest Schools helps you feel a peace of mind while your children are in our care. We love hearing about the positive impact we have on your families!

07/24/2026

Who knew cups could be so fun? 😄✨ From stacking fast to breaking it all down just as quickly, we raced the clock and cheered every round on! 🏁

07/23/2026

✨ Throwback Thursday to International Mud Day! We celebrated on June 29th and the smiles said it all! From sensory tables to mixing “potions” with blue blocks, our little scientists got messy (in the best way). Mud soup included—yes, really! 🥄🧪

07/22/2026

New friend alert! Patrick the frog has officially joined the classroom, and our campers couldn’t stop smiling. 🐸✨ They spent time observing him up close, talking about what they noticed, and drawing a side-by-side comparison—learning while having fun every step of the way! 🌞📚

07/21/2026

What a great time for our summer camp crew! 🎸🌟 During our Back to the 90’s themed week, a local guitarist brought big vibes and even bigger talent to our school! We enjoyed beloved songs, picked up new ones, and made memories that will last long after the last chord!

07/20/2026

We got a visitor here! 🦌 Our kids were playing outside when a deer paid us a visit, and it instantly became the talk of the day. We loved getting a peek at nature up close—now we’re watching and waiting patiently for its next appearance! 🌲✨

07/17/2026

Did someone say S’mores? 🍫☀️ Our summer campers had an absolute blast building their very own solar ovens and cooking up sweet, gooey treats! Each camper added their own special touch to their oven boxes—then we all enjoyed the delicious results together. 😄✨

07/15/2026

Floor-painting makes everything more memorable! 🎨🙂 The Cardinals class got to talk, share ideas, and experiment with color as they painted right on the floor. And yes—straws were our “paintbrushes” today, making playful patterns we couldn’t stop smiling at! 🌈🥳

07/09/2026

Nothing beats the energy in our Cardinal community meetings! 🎸🌈 Students grab egg shakers and rain sticks, build their own beats, and follow along to favorite tunes. It’s music, movement, and connection all in one place—making every meeting feel like a mini concert! 🥁🎶

07/07/2026

Double the fun, double the smiles! 🫧🌈 When our infants dive into water exploration, they’re also practicing important skills—sensation, curiosity, and growing independence. The best part? Those sweet reactions that make every day feel like sunshine. ☀️

05/25/2026

Our two-year-olds had a blast on this playground animal hunt! 🐾🔍 Activities like this help build observation skills, language development, problem-solving, and teamwork — all while encouraging movement and outdoor exploration. The excitement on their faces with every new animal they found was priceless! 🌿🦁

Address

30 Hopmeadow Street
Simsbury, CT
06070

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+18605601857

Website

https://thenestschool.com/locations/simsbury/

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