Admissions

Preschool in Cohasset & the South Shore

We’re so glad you’re here and interested in enrolling your child at Carriage House Nursery School, a trusted, play-based preschool serving families in Cohasset and the surrounding South Shore communities. Choosing the right preschool is an important decision, and we’re honored you’re exploring what makes our nurturing early childhood community such a special place to begin your child’s learning journey.

At CHNS, we offer a warm, developmentally appropriate preschool experience that supports children’s social, emotional, and academic growth. Our experienced educators, thoughtfully designed programs, and close-knit community create a joyful and supportive foundation during these important early years.

Whether you’re just beginning your preschool search or ready to apply, this page will walk you through our admissions process and help you take the next step toward joining the Carriage House Nursery School family.

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Our Application Process

1. Attend Our Open House
We strongly encourage families to attend our annual Open House in January, where you can tour the school, meet our teachers, and learn more about our programs and philosophy.
Applications for the upcoming school year are available at the Open House.

2. Submit an Application
Completed applications are submitted along with a non-refundable application fee. Families may indicate first, second, and third program choices.

3. Enrollment Notifications
Enrollment decisions are shared following the application period. Families are notified directly and guided through the next steps for enrollment.

Tuition Overview

Tuition is based on program selection and number of days attended per week. Detailed tuition rates are provided with the application materials.

We are happy to answer tuition-related questions and help families understand which program option may be the best fit for their child.

  • "We could not speak any higher of Carriage House. From the moment we walked in, we knew it was the right choice for our toddler. From the meticulously clean indoor environment, the warm staff that treat us like family, to the outdoor classroom that provides lifelong memories, we could not see our son’s first experience in a school setting take place anywhere else."

    Nicole B.

  • "This is our first year at the Carriage House and our toddler is thoroughly enjoying her time at school. The staff and teachers are so caring, thoughtful and smart that I have zero worries sending her to school. I am thrilled she is getting some much loving guidance from such wonderful role models. The outdoor classroom is also a huge hit and I am so thankful to send her to a place that fosters learning/playing in the outdoors. We are so thrilled that our other kiddo will be starting in the fall too! Thank you Carriage House!"

    Emily J.

  • “Our oldest daughter started in the toddler room at 2 and went through pre-k and absolutely loved attending. Her only complaint was that she didn’t get to stay all day. The art, music, yoga, and all the other activities the teachers provided made it a fun and enriching environment for her to learn and gain confidence in herself before heading off to kindergarten. Our youngest is now enjoying the same experience but with the new outdoor classroom. It’s been a wonderful experience all around and we’re so fortunate they both got to experience the magic of Carriage House.”

    Jill H.

  • "We love Carriage house! We could not be happier with the quality care and education our children have received. The teachers and staff are amazing. It is a warm, welcoming environment that has help nurtured their independence and growth. There is a great sense of routine, while exploring new topics each week. The outdoor classroom is such a fun place for the kids to learn and use their imaginations!"

    Alyssa P.

 FAQs

  • Our school year is September to early June

  • Our enrollment begins in January for the September school year.

  • Yes, if we have class openings, you can register for the class based on your child’s age. If the class is full, your child’s name is added to the waitlist.

  • There is a waitlist application to complete.

  • We offer morning or afternoon sessions

  • Our morning sessions are 9:00am-11:30am and the afternoon sessions are 12:30pm-3:00pm. We also offer an Extended Day from 11:30am-3:00pm

  • The teachers create a daily schedule to include circle/story time, activity time, snack time, specialty time (music, art, and yoga), outdoor learning time, and outdoor gross motor time.

  • Toddlers 1:4, Preschool #1 1:3.5, Preschool #2 1:6, Prek #1 1:6 Prek #2 1:4.5

  • Children must be 2 year old by September 1st and no older than 6 years old.

  • No, they do not need to be potty trained.

  • We have an Open House In January and individual tours upon request.

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“While we try to teach our children all about life, our children teach us what life is all about.”

— Angela Schwindt