Plainview Cooperative Nursery School

The Plainview Nursery School was organized in 1954 by a group of parents who wanted to give their children the best possible nursery school experience. To achieve this goal, at a fee within the means of many families in our community, the parents formed a cooperative on a non-sectarian, non-profit basis. At that time, the only available building was an old barn, but in spite of the inadequate facilities, the educational program was excellent. The success of the venture motivated the parents to improve the physical aspects of the school. After many months of trial and setbacks with the zoning authorities, the present land site was purchased in the spring of 1956. Additional fund raising activities enabled the persistent and devoted group of parents to realize their dream. In September 1956, our present building was opened. Thus, only two years after its inception, the Plainview Nursery School was one of the few cooperative nursery schools to own a building designed specifically for such use. In September 1973 we completed a major renovation to add new dimensions to our nursery school program. An article with pictures illustrating our new structural changes appeared in spring issues of Better Homes and Gardens and Newsday. In the summer of 1975, we added a swimming pool to
augment our summer program. In 1978 a talented playground architect designed an innovative plan for our outdoor area. Additions were made in 1992. The caliber of our educational program has always been our primary consideration. The proof of our success is that we are incorporated by the Board of Regents of the University of New York and registered under the New York State plan of voluntary registration.

Additional Information: This facility is authorized to administer medications;Initial License Date: 8/8/2007;