Utilizing a program inspired by the Reggio Emilia system of early childhood education, The Sandpiper Nursery School affords young children the opportunity to develop academic and social skills that will serve as a valuable foundation for the rest of their lives.

Comprised of experienced and qualified staff members, we pride ourselves on creating an encouraging and supportive environment for children of ages two through six years old, allowing them to develop an understanding of academics and social interaction via a program tailored to each child's individual interests.


We understand that everyone's situation, both time wise and financially is a little different. To help simplify this problem, we offer a myriad of schedules, programs, and tuition rates for parents to chose which works best for them. Even the days on which your child attends are flexible and our school schedule, with the exception of the summer program, coincides with the public school schedule.


No two children are exactly the same and no two children learn exactly the same way. We tailor our curriculum to allow our students to explore every area of academics freely. Our curriculum fosters creativity, discovery, and innovation while simultaneously challenging the student in every area of academics. In many cases, a student’s greatest aptitudes surface at this stage of development, offering ample time to nurture your child’s talents and early support for their difficulties.


In April 1998, we were among the first four Falmouth preschools to receive an accreditation from the National Academy of Early Education Programs. This honor was bestowed again in the winter of 2002 and a third time in 2008. In the spring of 2007, we became the only private preschool on the Cape to receive a Universal Preschool Pilot Program Grant from the state. Our consistent striving toward excellence shows that the Sandpiper offers a superior program run by dedicated professionals.