› Enrollment for the 2026-27 School Year is Now Open

Applications are accepted until programs are full. Applications forms are available here. Regularly scheduled tours are over. To request a tour and for additional information, please call us at 610-543-2861 or email us by clicking here.

› Annual SPNDS Art Show

Wednesday May 13 / evening showing for parents
Sunday, May 17 / 2-4 pm open to the whole community
in Swarthmore Presbyterian Church’s Fellowship Hall

warthmore Presbyterian Nursery Day School (SPNDS) is delighted to invite you to enjoy the colorful and imaginative artwork created by preschoolers who so fully embrace the SPNDS motto, “Learning Joy.” Five days a week the classrooms in the Braun building and Loeffler’s lower level are filled with the energy and imagination of young hearts, minds, hands, and feet as they read, play, build things, ask questions, make music, and ask even more questions. For the last 8 months they also have enjoyed developing and using their small motor skills, as they learn about the many possibilities of creating with different types of media. This opportunity to express themselves through painting, drawing, printing, and sculpting is ready to be shared with the community during the annual SPNDS Art Show. On the evening of Wednesday May 13th, the art show has its opening event for parents. Fellowship Hall will be filled exclusively with the colorful creations of 2-, 3-, 4-, 5-, and 6-year-olds. The art show will be up through the weekend and parents, friends, grandparents, babysitters, and all who love children are invited to enjoy these exhibits on Sunday, May 17 from 2-4 pm. Art Supply Donations to SPNDS Welcome: Please look for the donation box in Fellowship Hall!

› Learning About Life Cycles

he children have been exploring life cycles in a hands-on and engaging way. Each student planted seeds and is observing how plants grow and change over time. Last fall, the discovery of a toad in our play area sparked conversations about the life cycles of frogs and toads. Now, we’re continuing that learning by observing tadpoles as they develop.
This week, our caterpillars arrived, giving the children an exciting opportunity to witness the butterfly life cycle firsthand. Through these experiences, students are gaining a deeper appreciation for the natural world and the fascinating ways living things grow and change.

› Kindergarten Rain Forests

ur Kindergarten complement classes are wrapping up their study of rainforest ecosystems from around the world. Classrooms have come alive with towering trees and a rich variety of plants and animals representing the different layers of the rainforest. One group even took a walk to Swarthmore College, where they explored live rainforest plants in one of the campus greenhouses, bringing their learning to life in a memorable way.

› SPNDS Fun Run

n Wednesday, April 22, our SPNDS parents organized a Fun Run on Swarthmore College track. Although it was a little rainy, it did not dampen our spirits as we ran on the track did some field day relays, and a fun obstacle course.

› Visit from Police Officer Zamonski

n March 25, SPNDS welcomed local Police Officer Zamonski, who brought his Morton police car for students to explore. He was joined by Officers Dunn and Lyons from the Swarthmore Police Department, who also brought their vehicles. The visit offered a fun and educational experience, giving children a close-up look at the police cars and an opportunity to ask questions and engage with the officers.

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› Spring Fling Fundraiser

n March 21, SPNDS held its annual fundraiser, reimagined this year as the “Spring Fling”—a lively and successful Parents’ Night Out that surpassed our initial goals. Funds raised will support the school’s operating budget and scholarship program. It truly takes a village to bring an event like this to life. We are deeply grateful to everyone who contributed their time, talents, and generous donations. The auction items and classroom baskets were a tremendous hit, and our musical guests, Ship of Fools, helped create a joyful, celebratory atmosphere. We are thankful for the strong support of both current and alumni families, as well as the Swarthmore Presbyterian Church community.

› Contact Information

Deb Hansen
SPNDS Director
727 Harvard Avenue
Swarthmore, PA 19081

Phone: 610-543-2861
SPNDS@swarthmorepres.org

For Directions to the Nursery School Click Here

SPNDS Brightwheel Payment Portal

To make tuition and registration payments click on the button below. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Kristen or Deb

SPNDS Vanco Portal

Make a donation to to the Scholarship Fund or General Fund through the SPNDS Vanco Payment Portal.

SPNDS Vanco Portal

› The SPNDS Art Show

Every Spring Swarthmore Presbyterian Nursery Day School celebrates the creativity of its students with an art show for families. Click in the link above to watch a video of one of our favorites.