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Century Nursery School has been a part of our lives for the past 4 years! Having had two older children go through the program and one child who is currently a student, I have been extremely impressed with how my children have benefited and flourished throughout their time there! It is easy to comment on the program’s crafts, playtime or music. And although Century excels in these areas, these are not what sets them apart from the other schools!.

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What sets Century apart is the staff. The teachers at Century Nursery School are wonderful. They are the reason that students enter Kindergarten with confidence, knowledge and the well rounded behavior that is needed in todays educational system! They prepare the children both socially and academically! The time and energy that these teachers put into the program is evident everyday! These women go above and beyond to make the preschool experience a memorable one for both the children and the parents! The Tea Party and the Graduation are two primary examples that I look forward to every year!

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The monthly themes that the school focuses on are all important and relevant to the children’s lives! The children learn so much at Century on so many different levels and they have fun doing it!

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All three of my children found different things that they loved about Century! It is a wonderful feeling, as a mother, to drop your child off at a school where you have the utmost confidence in the teachers. Century Nursery School is an outstanding program! I have recommended it to several friends and they are also extremely impressed! Century Nursery School has been a wonderful experience and I appreciate all that Century Nursery School has done and continues to do for my children! [ anonymous ]

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Having grown up in Bristol, I knew Century had a wonderful reputation. But now after 2 kids enrolled, it’s clear that it is well earned. With more than 3 decades of experience, there’s nothing these teachers haven’t seen and no situation or rites of passage too awkward to ask them about. They are very approachable and not only top-notch educators, but wonderful nurturers as well when the situation calls for a delicate hand.

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My second child had a very difficult time adjusting separating from me, but I was able to rest assured and leave him only because I felt secure with the arms I left him there with. Century helped my older child prepare for kindergarten intellectually and socially.

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Yes, the classrooms are bright and colorful, and the curriculum and art projects, and the programs that are incorporated are absolutely wonderful. But for me personally, the teachers make the true difference. I need to have that peace and security when leaving my children, and I found that in Century. I have 2 more younger children and rest easy knowing that Century lies ahead in their future. [ Michelle Holland ]

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Four years ago I selected Century Nursery School as my son’s preschool for two reasons: 1) It is where I attended nursery school in the mid-1970’s, and 2) First Congregational Church is the Church where we worship.
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Having lived away from Bristol for many years, I had no idea just how well known and well-respected CNS is in the area. When I began to tell people where my son attends preschool I received nothing but positive feedback (along with some jealousy as the classes fill-up quickly!).
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It didn’t take me long to see why CNS earned its great reputation. The teachers are kind and knowledgeable and the curriculum truly makes learning fun.

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My son entered kindergarten very well prepared. He is now in first grade and loves going to school each day. He has a huge thirst for knowledge and I credit the teacher’s at CNS for much of that. CNS truly provides a great foundation for a child’s education. [ Jodi Bond ]

Excitement is brewing!  January 19 between 9:30 and 11:00 AM is Open House at Century Nursery School.

Come and tour our school with your children. You and your child will have the opportunity to meet the Staff and Board of Directors, Board members will be available for you to register your child if you haven’t already.

Come and join us, it will be a GREAT TIME!

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Two things we were looking for in a nursery school when we began our search in 2003. Our first daughter would be leaving our side for the first time! Who could possibly take care of her and teach her the way we could?

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The tears in Josie’s eyes on that first day were heartbreaking. But the love and compassion seen in all of the teachers gave us the confidence to “hand Josie over” and walk away on that first day. My daughter’s tears and trepidations lasted several months, but Mrs. Cornwell was our “savior” at the door everyday to welcome Josie to school. Four years later, the same love and compassion surrounds our 2nd daughter, Melanie, who, by the way, barely says good-bye at the door!

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Mrs. Israel, Mrs. Cornwell and Mrs. Johnson have such great strength and confidence in teaching and caring for every child in the CNS community. Children learn everything they need to know to move on to kindergarten yet they experience it in a fun, low-pressure manner. The days are structured in such a way to provide group and individualized attention so that evaluations and progress can be accurately made.

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Fun and educational fieldtrips and in-house programs are scheduled frequently. Monthly calendars are prepared so the kids (and parents) know what they can look forward to. Parents are always welcome to volunteer as well. We are extremely proud to be a part of the CNS family. [ Mary Beth and Andy Hintz ]

The children had a great time at the Manross Memorial Library on today’s field trip. They really enjoyed listening to the stories told by Mrs. Eaton and having fun with all of their preschool buddies outside of the classroom.

They especially liked the fun songs and games. My son is looking forward to the next trip they will be having to the library in the spring.

Our family first met Adventure Bear Andy three years ago and we are re still talking about him!  This adorable bear comes with his own weekend duffle bag packed with a sleeping bag, pillow, clothes, toothbrush, a goodnight book, a journal and a camera.

The students and their parents are to write down all of the child’s weekend adventures with Andy and take pictures with him.

At the end of the school year the teachers assemble a book for each child with all of the journal entries and pictures of all the children with Andy.

My six year old still enjoys reading his book!  My younger son is in the four-year old program and he looks forward to each Friday, eagerly waiting his turn for a weekend with Andy!

My handsome escort greats me at the door and leads me to a table decorated with beautiful, handmade gifts that I will treasure forever.

Where am I, you may wonder? I am at the annual Mother’s day Luncheon at Century Nursery School, of course!

It is a highly anticipated day for us CNS Moms. The children spend a lot of time making gifts for us - a hand-painted flower pot, a tray with facts about Mom - just to name a few. The teachers set-up a buffet of finger sandwiches, deserts and punch. A story is read by Mrs. Israel and the children sing songs. The look of excitement and pride on the children’s faces is priceless. With lots of camera flashes and a few tears, this is a memorable and fun day for the Moms and students!

Last year’s luncheon was adorable!  I’m really looking forward to what lays ahead at 2008’s luncheon! in May!

My daughter loved her Adventure Bear Andy experience at Century Nursery School and as a parent I feel it is one of the most creative ideas I have seen.

Every Friday she would tell me who was taking him home for the weekend, wondering with anticipation when it would be her turn. She was so excited when that day finally came.

Even though she is in first grade now, she still remembers their adventures together: a trip to the library, swimming lessons, church and out to the movies.

One of the best parts is the book-Andy’s Great Adventures that we all received at the end of the school year. What fun we had reading her classmates stories together and now she can even read them to me! The pictures are priceless and a wonderful reminder of her time in nursery school.

It’s proof that at Century Nursery School, learning is fun!

Adventure Bear Andy is in his third year at Century Nursery School and still going strong!

Each Friday we pull one of the children’s names from an envelope and that child gets to take our teddy bear Andy home for the weekend. Andy goes home with his suitcase filled with clothes, toothbrush, sleeping bag and pillow and his favorite bedtime story. Andy also carries his camera to take pictures for his scrapbook and a journal to record his great adventure.

Every week Adventure Bear Andy sets out for a new adventure with one of our children here at Century Nursery School. Andy’s bag is packed with all his favorite things - ready for anything!

When students (and Andy) return to school on Monday they are so excited to share their stories, photos or drawings with their classmates.

The response that we have had from our Century Nursery School families in regard to our Adventure Bear Andy program has been wonderful. The whole family seems to get involved from siblings to parents, grandparents cousins and friends. Andy has really become a great tool in helping to promote more quality time between our preschoolers and their families.

At the end of the year, Century Nursery School gives each of our preschool graduates a book of Andy’s Great Adventures which includes all the childrens’ stories over that past year, along with some of the photos they took with Andy on their weekend.

It’s all a wonderful way to remember some of their preschool experiences and the many friends that they made here at Century Nursery school.

Adventure Bear Andy has had many exciting adventures while at Century Nursery School. Here are just a few places Andy has visited with some of our preschoolers:

One of Andys first adventures was to the Mum Festival Parade with Kelly, Minors Farm with Gary where he got his picture taken with the Mayor, and fishing with Jared and his brothers.

Andy even rode in a state trooper car with Joey and the police dog. And, he’s been to New York City with Jillian and recently went to see Santa with Christina.

We can’t wait to here what great adventure will be waiting for Andy next.