Celebrating over 50 years in King City

Established 1966

Welcome to King City Co-op Nursery School!

A half-day licensed preschool for children 2 to 4 years old.

905-506-KCNS

Nurturing Little Minds & Hearts

Announcements

Thanks to our amazing community, we currently have very limited space left in our program. Please contact us for more details! Registration for September 2025 will start in the spring.

The month of December meant time for another field trip! This time, we paid our local firefighters a visit at the King City Fire Station! We had so much fun seeing the fire trucks, learning about fire safety, and trying on some fire gear!

Finally, we had a visit from Santa himself at our annual family holiday party! A good time was had by all and we will resume school on January 6th!

We would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a Happy Holiday season! We will see you in the new year!

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About Us

King City Co-Op Nursery School (KCNS) is a co-operative/not-for-profit preschool located in King City and was established in 1966 by a group of concerned parents who recognized the need for a special place for their children to learn and play with other children.

KCNS is licensed by the Ministry of Education, supported by King Township and inspected by the King Fire Department and York Region District Health Unit.

Our Philosophy:
At KCNS we believe in a play-based philosophy. Children are full of natural curiosity and they explore this curiosity through play and when children are playing, it is the perfect time to learn.

Play teaches children how to problem solve, how to make friends, how to express themselves, how to enjoy the world around them, and how to recognize letters, colours, shapes and numbers. All of these skills form the foundation of a love of learning and it is our goal at KCNS to promote this love of learning in a safe, warm and loving environment.

Our Staff and School:
Classes are kept to a low student/teacher ratio. Our experienced Registered Early Childhood Educators and qualified Assistants work together to create a fun-filled, inclusive learning environment.

We are located in the heart of King City Ontario, inside the King City United Church. Contact us today to arrange a visit!

At King City Co-op Nursery School, we recognize that every child is unique and that emotional intelligence is an important foundation for all future experiences.

We are committed to providing a safe and stimulating environment where each child can strive socially, physically, emotionally, and intellectually. The KCNS program is designed to meet the needs of each child in an atmosphere which fosters cooperation, responsibility, and order.

Meet Our Teachers

Ms. Ashley, RECE Supervisor

My name is Ashley and I have been with KCNS for 3 years as a classroom RECE and supervisor. I have a double honours bachelor degree in English and Philosophy from Trent university and a diploma in Early Childhood Education from Seneca college.
I have been working with children in some capacity for over 25 years and absolutely love contributing to the development of the young children under my care! I also have three amazing children, ages 12, 7 and 4, one of which is a recent KCNS graduate! I look forward to getting to know you and your child!
Ms. Jacqueline, RECE

My name is Jacqueline, and I have been with KCNS for two years as a classroom ECE. I have an undergraduate degree from York university, a degree in communicative disorders from George Brown College as well as a certificate in Pivotal Response Treatment from the Koegel Autism Centre at UCSB, and worked as a behaviour therapist for 10 years.
I have been married for 11 years and have two wonderful children, ages 6 and 9. I love working with the parents and children at KCNS, and look forward to an exciting year ahead!
Ms. Stefanie, ECA

My name is Stefanie and I am an ECA in our classroom. I have been working at KCNS for eight years, but I have been a part of the KCNS family since 2013, as all of my three children attended the program here!
I look forward to a fun and educational year ahead for your child!
Ms. Brittany, ECA

My name is Brittany. I am an ECA in the classroom. This is my second year working at KCNS and I love it! I've been working in the childcare field since 2015.
I'm excited for this year to work with your child and see the accomplishments they achieve!

Our Program

The King City Co-Op Nursery School program offers integrated, play based learning with an effort to prepare children for entry to Kindergarten. Special holidays and events are recognized and celebrated. We offer a lot of learning and a lot of fun!

We currently offer 3, 4, or 5 mornings per week for 2 – 4 year old children.
Our school hours are 9 am - 1 pm Monday to Friday.
We follow the school year calendar and our program runs from September to June every year. We also observe all holidays as per the York Region District School Board, so we are closed for the winter holidays, March Break, and any time there is a PA day as per the YRDSB school calendar.
Children bring in a nutritious snack and lunch each day and our lunch program starts at noon. We are a strict NUT FREE facility!
We try to get outside daily if weather permits.

Our Fees

5 days per week Monday to Friday at $293/month

4 days per week Tuesday to Friday at $245/month
3 days per week Tuesday to Thursday at $209/month
The above rates are reflective of current CWELLC daily rates and include a monthly $20 supply fee.
For first time families, there is a $125 registration fee. Consecutive returning families pay $50.
As a registered not-for-profit, KCNS aims to keep programming as affordable as possible. Tuition is calculated as an annual cost broken into more manageable monthly payments. As such, all months in attendance are the same cost and we do not offer discounted tuition during observed holidays or personal vacation away from school.

Why Choose KCNS?

Small class size with high teacher-child ratio at affordable rates.
Flexible 3, 4, and 5 day enrolment options.
Daily progress updates through the Lillio (formerly HiMama) app.
Experienced RECE’s and EA’s.
Lunch program offered at noon daily (children bring their own lunch).
Unique experience to participate in your child’s first learning experience.
Inviting classroom with large windows and access to our gymnasium for gross motor skill play.
We have access to a private backyard and are fortunate to be steps away from the playground at King City Memorial Park!
Annual family friendly winter holidays celebration in December, and graduation ceremony in June.
Children in diapers welcome.
Occasional field trip opportunities accompanied by parents.
Our calendar is always full of fun! We have weekly pizza days, theme days, and show and share! We are always very busy!

What is a Co-op Nursery School?

A co-operative nursery school presents a unique opportunity for a mutual learning experience- teacher, parents and child, learn together. The school is governed and run by the parents of the children attending the school.

We have our paid staff of qualified teachers who develop the program and run the class. However, the administration of the school is handled by the co-op members. This allows us to offer lower fees than most other preschools, but means that each family accepts a commitment that helps to run the school.

We ask that you consider a position on our Board. The Board meets via video conference once a month. These individuals work alongside the teachers to vote on decisions that are impacting the school now, and for the foreseeable future.

For parents that are not on the Board of Directors, they are asked to come in and assist with cleaning toys or laundry every few weeks on a rotational basis. All parent volunteers are required to complete a police background check. Participating in occasional fundraisers or volunteering in the classroom may also be requested.

A co-op is is a wonderful way for parents to feel connected to the school and be part of your child’s first educational experience.

Below is a list of our executive Board positions - we have open positions each year to fill.

President

HR/Vice-President

Secretary

Treasurer

Registrar

Testimonials

I am so sad that our time at KCNS has come to an end. We will miss this little home and the community we've created. Thank you KCNS for the love, learning, laughter, and core memories.

Jessica N.
Both my children attended KCNS. As a first time mom it was hard to leave them with someone new. But the teachers were phenomenal. They took such care to learn about my daughter and get to know her. To learn about her interests and to let her shine. With my second, he was so comfortable with the school and environment that he never even looked back. Just gave a high-five and said "bye, see you later!" I will be truly sad when the day comes that they graduate from KCNS and it will no longer be part of our lives.

K.S.
I cannot express how much I love this nursery school. From the care of the teachers to the cutest crafts. I am truly happy to have found this hidden gem for my kids!

A happy parent
Both my kids have gone to KCNS with my youngest still there now. The staff are so nurturing and my kids have always been happy and eager to go each day.

Annonymous parent
My sister in law recommended KCNS a couple of years ago. She enrolled her son and had nothing but good things to say. I couldn't agree more. This school has made my family and son so happy. By the time he was enrolled at 2.5 yrs old, he wasn't saying more than a couple of words. A few months in and now we can't shut him up. The teachers are great. Very engaging, and they even have an app where daily reports and photos are provided for your child. Highly recommend this school to anyone. It's like a family there.

Sophia M.
All 3 of my children attended and loved The King City Nursery school! I can't recommend the school enough. The teachers and program are exceptional. It's a lovely community that we feel lucky to be a part of.

Sarah H.