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Welcome to Our Preschool!
Ann Arbor Nursery is a cooperative preschool located in the heart of downtown Ann Arbor. We are the longest-running cooperative preschool in Michigan- since 1938!
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We offer morning and afternoon sessions for 3-5 year olds. Our classes meet on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
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We are strong believers in a play-based philosophy, where children can develop social, emotional, and intellectual skills through cooperative and creative play.
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We are a nurturing community in which parents share the responsibility for the education of their children.
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We are committed to high-quality education at a low cost.
A Cooperative Preschool
Building Strong Foundations for our Children Since 1938
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News and Upcoming Events
Visit Us
We invite you to come and tour during class times (Monday, Wednesday, Friday between 9:30-12) to see our school in action.
Email or call 734-769-7966 to schedule a tour or learn about our upcoming Open House.
For more info, see our apply/enroll page.
Attend Our Upcoming Open House
Join us on February 8th between 10-12 for an Open House.
Check check out the classroom, meet our teacher and other parents, and learn more about sending your child to our preschool.
How is a cooperative school different than traditional preschool?
Parents and teachers work together to make the magic happen.
Find out how it works!
Choosing the right preschool for your child can be a daunting task!
With a large variety of preschools in Ann Arbor, you may be wondering what makes a cooperative preschool unique.
We're located in the heart of downtown Ann Arbor, with onsite parking.
We have two large, open classrooms and an outdoor play space.