The Rustic Canyon Parent Co-op Nursery School

When we moved to Santa Monica Canyon in February 2010, I had no idea what to do about preschools. We asked long time Westside friends if they had a recommendation. Their recommendation was Rustic Canyon Co-​Op Nursery School. I was told that the school was very small and very hard to get into, but they were willing to make an introduction. So we applied and went through the interview process.
As soon as I saw the school and Rustic Canyon Park, I knew I desperately wanted my son to go there. I grew up in Marin County, and this magical enclave felt so much like Marin. The school is small, but is such a wonderful place for my little guy. Much of their day is spent outside playing in the schoolyard. Teacher Eve and Teacher Jennifer are just fantastic with the kids. They teach with a very caring but firm respect for the childhood experience, gently helping the kids along their journey to be good social friends with others.
I knew that preschool would be fun for my son, but what surprised me most about Rustic Canyon Co-​Op Nursery School was how much fun it has been for me and my husband. Parent stay days are a great way see your kid in a whole new light, but what is the most fun about Rustic Canyon Nursery School is the parties and fundraising events. Rustic Canyon families know how to have a great time! We’ve made friends here that I know will endure even though our kids will move on to different elementary schools. I’m pregnant again and wish I didn’t have to wait a few years to return.