Programs
Davis Parent Nursery School is a parent coop preschool where children and parents learn and grow together. We are affiliated with the Davis Joint Unified School District through the adult education program – Davis Adult & Community Education. DPNS is truly a magical place where parents and teachers share the commitment to the children and creating a strong sense of community. At DPNS children learn valuable social skills, while enjoying stimulating, play-based educational activities that build upon children’s natural imagination and creativity.
Our youngest families join our Playgroup programs, with preschool-aged children joining our 2-day, 3-day, and 5-day programs. We also offer summer camp, parenting education and other programs.
Enrollment is happening now for 2025-2026! We are hosting free Community Playdates for families to explore our campuses, meet new friends, ask questions about DPNS, and chat about parenting young children. Applications are open for next school year, and as of May 1, every program still has some spaces. You can find this year’s application timeline, links to our Brightwheel applications, and other details about how to apply on our Application Information page.
5-Day Program
Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 11:45am
Ages 3 years, 3 months to 4 years, 11 months*
The 5-Day Program is located at 426 W 8th Street. In this program, children work on their social, emotional and physical skills that will prepare them for Kindergarten. Parents continue their education in issues that are relevant to the preschool-age child.
We follow the current COVID-19 CDC and DJUSD guidelines.
3-Day Program
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 9:00am to 12pm
Ages 2 years, 9 months to 4 years, 8 months*
The 3-Day Program is located at 1447 Danbury Street (Montgomery Elementary School campus). This program promotes a deeper learning by encouraging collaborative relationships. With emphasis placed on encouraging social, emotional and physical development, learning opportunities invite growth, empowerment and mastery. Parents are supported in their experiences with preschool-aged children and their unique issues.
We follow the current COVID-19 CDC and DJUSD guidelines.
2-Day Program
Tuesday and Thursday, 9:00am to 11:30am
Ages 2 years to 3 years, 3 months*
The 2-Day Program is located at 1447 Danbury Street (Montgomery Elementary School campus). The 2-Day Program provides a nurturing and a supportive environment for families as their children experience the school environment independently, often for the first time. A learning space is created to stimulate play and learning. The parent education component focuses on understanding the development of young children and supports parents' time in the classroom.
We follow the current COVID-19 CDC and DJUSD guidelines.
Baby and Me Playgroup, Mixed-Age Playgroups
Mixed-Age Group: Tuesday 9:30am to 11am for ages 18 to 27 months
Baby and Me: Wednesday 9:30am to 11am for ages 12 to 18 months
The Playgroup Program is located at 426 West 8th Street and sometimes 1447 Danbury Street (Montgomery Elementary School campus)—depending on enrollment. This Parent-Child program is a wonderful introduction to nursery school for both the parent and the child. The child gets to play in a stimulating indoor/outdoor environment and enjoy social interactions with other children of similar age while the parents get to meet and talk to other parents of toddlers.
We follow the current COVID-19 CDC and DJUSD guidelines.
2025 Summer Camp
June 30 - July 24
Monday through Thursday, 9am to 11:45am
Ages 3 years, 3 months to 6 years, 9 months**
DPNS Summer Camp is located at 426 West 8th Street. Parents are required to work one day per week of camp and complete a task time job. Priority enrollment is available to currently enrolled DPNS children who register before the priority deadline (March 31). Summer 2025 update: Registration for Summer Camp is open to the general public for remaining spots, on a first-come, first-served basis! The theme this year will be “Childhood Imagination.”
2025 Mini-Camp
July 29 - Aug. 6
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9am to 11:30am
Ages 2 years to 4 years**
DPNS Mini-Camp is located at 1447 Danbury Street (Montgomery Elementary School campus). Parents are required to stay throughout Mini-Camp, which gives both children and their caregivers an introduction to preschool environment and activities. There are no other parent participation requirements for Mini-Camp. Priority enrollment is available to children enrolled in fall DPNS programs. Summer 2025 update: The cost for Mini-Camp is $55. Registration for Summer Camp is open to the general public for remaining spots, on a first-come, first-served basis! This is a great chance to sample DPNS for your family.
* Age is determined as of August 31 of the current school year. Age range exceptions are allowed.
** Age range for summer camp is based on age as of July 1 of the current camp year. Age exceptions are allowed.
More Questions? Please email the DPNS Registrars team so they can help - dpns.registrars@gmail.com.