nursery school

American  

noun

1. a prekindergarten school for children from about three to five years of age.

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nursery school British  

noun

1. a school for young children, usually from three to five years old

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Etymology

Origin of nursery school

First recorded in 1825–35

Example Sentences

Sam wondered if he would wear a uniform at nursery school.

From Literature

Teaching RE and coollective worship are legally compulsory in all schools in Northern Ireland, except nursery schools.

From BBC

The 22 new contestants also include a poker-playing gardener, a barrister, a cyber security consultant, a civil servant, a builder, a nursery school teacher and a personal trainer.

From BBC

"All over-65s, children of nursery school and school age and people with certain pre-existing health problems, like chronic lung conditions or on cancer treatment, are eligible," she said.

From BBC

The town posted the image on X quickly on Wednesday morning, because the alleged sighting was near a nursery school, the official said.

From Barron's

Related Words

• day care
• preschool