What makes us special? 

• DCNS is a unique community for your child and your whole family. The warm, supportive, caring and fun community is exemplified in ways. You won't find anything like it anywhere else in Deerfield. 
• Small class sizes and low child-to-teacher ratios mean more individualized attention for each child.
• Our experienced and nurturing teachers are passionate about early childhood education. Our staff truly cares about your child and your whole family.
• A play-based philosophy is the foundation for DCNS's curriculum. 
• For more than 45 years DCNS has been providing a quality preschool education to the children in the Deerfield area.

Deerfield Community Nursery School (DCNS) welcomes all preschool-age children and has no religious affiliation. DCNS is a not-for-profit program licensed by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.