What to Bring to School

Are you planning your child’s preschool experience for next fall and wondering what your child needs to bring?

Children should have a backpack big enough to hold the following:

• An extra set or two of clothes, including a pair of shoes in case they need to change,
• A healthy snack (and lunch for Joyful Learner students) and a water bottle,
• Wear closed-toe shoes to safely play on the playground.
• Please label all your child’s belongings. It is amazing how many children have similar backpacks, water bottles, and clothes.

When it comes to finding the right preschool experience for your three-year-old, Village Green Nursery School’s Curious Creators program truly stands out. At its heart, VGNS offers a nurturing, play-based learning environment where young children are encouraged to explore, imagine, and grow at their own pace — the perfect foundation for lifelong learning.

Curious Creators is designed specifically for children ages 3 to younger 4, allowing your little one to begin their educational journey surrounded by supportive teachers and engaging activities. This program meets twice a week, on Tuesdays and Thursdays, in a rhythm that balances child-led discovery with thoughtful guidance.

What makes Curious Creators special is its emphasis on hands-on exploration and creativity. Through imaginative play, arts and crafts, music and movement, and social interaction, children build key early skills — from language and coordination to problem-solving and confidence. Every day becomes an adventure in wonder and joy.

Parents often tell us how their little ones come home with wide eyes and big smiles after a Curious Creators day — buzzing with excitement about what they learned or made. It’s a place where curiosity isn’t just encouraged, it’s celebrated.

If you’re looking for a preschool program that honors your child’s individuality while laying a strong foundation for future learning, VGNS’ Curious Creators is a warm, enriching, and joyful choice. 

Registration is now open at Village Green Nursery School!

Registration for the upcoming school year at Village Green Nursery School is now beginning! While September may still feel far away, there’s a lot that happens in the months leading up to a new school year. Opening registration early allows families time to plan and helps us prepare for a smooth and successful start.

Are you considering enrolling your child in our Curious Creators program for three- and young four-year-olds? In Connecticut, children must turn 3 by December 31 of the enrollment year. For the 2026–2027 school year, this means your child must turn 3 by December 31, 2026. Please note that children enrolled in a preschool program must be fully potty trained and independent toilet users, as required by the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood Regulations.

Children entering our Joyful Learners program for older four- and five-year-olds must turn 4 by December 31, 2026. With recent changes to Connecticut’s kindergarten entry age—requiring children to be five by September 1 to enter kindergarten (or receive a waiver)—Village Green is adapting its program to support children who may attend preschool for three years instead of two.

We invite interested families to visit our school and learn more. Tours are available by appointment. Please call 860-628-6958 ext. 113 or email vgns@fccsouthington.org to schedule a convenient time.

We are looking forward to a wonderful new school year and hope to welcome your family to Village Green Nursery School!

Oh my goodness! It’s almost December- and we all know everyone is super busy getting ready for the end of the year. It’s also time to start thinking about registering for nursery school for next year- the 2022-2023 school year.

Does it seem too early to register? Sometimes it does- but there is a lot to do before school starts in September, especially for Teachers and Administrators who have the summer off like we do here at Village Green!

Do you want to register your child for a 3 year old program? In CT, children must turn 3 before December 31 of the year they are enrolling: so for the 2022-2023 school year they must turn 3 before 12/31/22. They also MUST be potty trained. Office of Early Childhood Regulations are very clear: children enrolled in a preschool program must be potty trained and independent toilet users.

Children entering the 4 year old program have a choice between a regular 3 hour day and an extended 4.5 hour day. Many families choose the extended day option to get their child used to a longer day at school. Children in this program must be 4 before 12/31/22. Often we have children in our 4 year old program who qualify for Kindergarten but for numerous reasons their families feel they should wait another year, and so they choose to enroll in our 4 year old preschool program.

If you would like to register for either program open enrollment begins in January 2022. Current families are eligible to enroll in December 2021. Village Green is offering after hours tours to interested families- give us a call at 860-628-6958 x113 or email at vgns@fccsouthington.org to set up a convenient time.

We are all looking forward to a terrific new school year- we hope to see you there!