Nature-Based Early Learning from Infancy through Pre-K
Now Accepting Child Care Financial Assistance Vouchers
FCNS is pleased to accept Massachusetts CCFA vouchers for eligible families. Contact us to learn more.
Child-directed play is at the heart of FCNS.
We are a leading nature-based preschool in the Metrowest area, providing quality education and care for children aged 3 months to 6 years old.
Before-School care starting at 8:00 AM
After-School care until 5:00 PM
Nature-based Education
We believe in the importance of providing children with opportunities to explore and investigate the natural world around them.
Small Class & Low Teacher-to-Child Ratios
Small class sizes and low ratios allow our experienced teachers to provide individualized attention in a warm & nurturing environment.
Flexible Schedules & Extended Care
Choose from 2-, 3-, or 5-day programs, with before-school care starting at 8:00 AM and after-school care available until 5:00 PM.
Play-based Emergent Curriculum
Emergent curriculum that meets the needs of individual children with a focus on nature education.
Summer at FCNS
Our nature-based learning and play continue all summer with flexible summer programming for FCNS families.
Tuition Assistance & Vouchers
FCNS accepts Child Care Financial Assistance vouchers and offers an FCNS-funded Family Grant Program to help make our programs accessible to more families.
Interested? Schedule a Tour!
Tours are scheduled between 10am and 12pm so that caregivers can see the school in action. Call our office to set up a tour, 508-875-8260. You can also take a look at our virtual tours on our website.
Contact Us
Framingham Centre Nursery School
24 Vernon St, Framingham, MA 01701 | Phone: 508-875-8260 | carolann@fcnsma.org
If you have questions about our program, feel free to send us an email or give us a call at 508-875-8260. We will get back to you as soon as possible.
Licenses and Certifications
Licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC)
ERAFANS Certified Educator
Completed the Nature-based Teacher Certification, Level 1, with the Eastern Region Association of Forest and Nature Schools (ERAFANS)