Morning Preschool Programs

Lincoln Nursery School offers morning program options for children ages 2 years 7 months through 5 years.

Four-Day Morning Program
Designed for children ages 2 years 7 months to early 3s.

Five-Day Morning Program
Available for children ages 2 years 9 months through 5 years, with the option of extended days (see Afternoon Program details below).

Morning Program Schedule
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
Wednesday: 8:30 am – 12:00 pm

Transitional Kindergarten/K Program

Designed for children who will be age-eligible for Kindergarten or First Grade the following school year, our Transitional Kindergarten/Kindergarten program offers opportunities to practice the rhythms and routines of a longer school day while building confidence, independence, and readiness for the next stage of their educational journey. The extended schedule allows children more time to pursue their interests, engage in collaborative projects, and deepen their learning through play-based exploration.

Schedule
Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday: 8:30 am – 3:00 pm
Wednesday: 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
Friday: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm

Afternoon Program

The Afternoon Program provides children with continuity in the comfortable, nurturing, setting of their studios. It offers a chance to slow down, rest, and recharge before continuing the day at a more relaxed pace.

Children have time for lunch, rest, sleep, or quiet activities, depending on their individual needs. After this quiet period, the afternoon unfolds through unhurried indoor and outdoor play, with materials and experiences offered in response to the children’s interests.

Schedule: 12:30 – 4:00 pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday; 12:00 – 4:00 pm on Wednesdays.

Enrollment: Families may select the afternoons that best meet their needs.

Please note: There is no afternoon programming on the first Wednesday of each month, when LNS faculty meet for their monthly meeting.

Studio Groupings

Studio groupings, including age ranges and class composition, are determined annually based on enrollment and the needs of the children and program.