St. John's Nursery School began in 1970. Since that time, hundreds of young children have had their first formal educational experience in the nurturing environment of St. John's Nursery School. St. John's Nursery School is a non-sectarian school providing morning classes for children 2 years to 5 years of age.  St. John's Nursery School is currently preparing for our 2011-2012 school year.

We will be offering the following classes:

All By Myself:

For children 2-3 years of age.  Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:30 - 11 am (2 day program) $60 a month

OR a ONE day program of Tuesdays 11 - 12:30 pm OR Thursdays 11 - 12:30 pm - $ 30 a month

 A separation class for children.

This unique class gives your child an opportunity to experience preschool independently.  We offer an environment that enhances early learning, builds socialization skills, and increases confidence and independence. 

Classes are limited to 16 children and are staffed by a Teacher and a Teacher's Assistant. Children must be independent with bathroom needs and meet age requirements by September first of the school year.

The purpose of St. John's Nursery School is to provide an organized learning experience for children to grow and learn physically, socially, and academically. We provide a loving atmosphere which promotes sharing and caring for others. St. John's Nursery School is an educational outreach ministry of St. John's Church and models Christian values and tolerance.

Although simple prayers will be shared, the program is not intended to be a religious educational program. Parents desiring formal religious education for their children are encouraged to explore Sunday church school programs.

The St. John's Nursery School's curriculum reflects the Early Childhood Standards developed by the PA Department of Education and Public Welfare. In addition, St. John's Nursery School Staff are participating members of the Chambersburg Area School District's Early Childhood Consortium.

The curriculum at St. John's Nursery School is coordinated with and compliments the Chambersburg Area School District's Kindergarten program and the Pennsylvania State Standards for Preschool Education. Key objectives are obtained through stories, reading, writing, center time, music games, art, play and both independent and group activities.

Play is a vehicle through which children build knowledge. Children need safe environments where they can practice newly acquired skills and learn new information. Our teachers support children's learning opportunities by providing meaningful, theme related experiences to engage their interests, abilities and culture.

If you are interested in enrolling your child in our program, fill out a registration form (click on this link for a copy) and return it along with a non-refundable registration fee of $40 for classes.  Please make checks payable to ST JOHN'S NURSERY SCHOOL and mail to:  Registrar St. John's Nursery School, 1811 Lincoln Way East, Chambersburg, PA 17202 (717) 264-8224

Please indicate your class preference at the top of the registration form (click on this link for a copy). Your child will be placed in the appropriate age class. If you have further questions, please feel free to call. Please return the registration form promptly to ensure your child's placement in our program!