The Little Nest
Social Emotional Early Education
Location: 257 1st Street, Hoboken, NJ
Now Enrolling for September - Hoboken, NJ
Your Child’s First School Experience Should Feel Like Home
The Little Nest is a warm, small-group social-emotional early education program for children ages 2–4 in the heart of Hoboken. We help little ones build confidence, make friends, and love learning. All at their own pace, in a space they can trust.
Intentionally small groups · Research-backed curriculum · A community filled with love
September spots are limited by design.
Little Nestlings (Age 2): 5 spots per group · Tue & Thu
The Big Nest (Ages 3–4): 8 spots · Mon, Wed & Fri
The same warm, intentional approach behind our fall program, now coming directly to your home.
One hour of art and sensory exploration for children ages 2 through 5, designed around your child and your schedule.
Learning Doesn’t Stop for Summer.
Nest at Home
Art & Sensory Play
Hands-on creativity rooted in fine motor development and self-expression. No screens, no worksheets. Just making things.
We Come to You
Solo sessions and siblings welcome. You choose the time, afternoons, evenings, and weekends available. We bring everything.
Your Path to September
Summer families receive first access to fall enrollment and arrive already knowing their educator and what to expect.
Limited Availability · Through August
The Summer Series
Single sessions and multi-session packages available for families who want a rhythm to their summer. Each visit is one hour of intentional, screen-free learning brought directly to your child's space, the same trusted approach behind The Little Nest's fall program.
All materials provided and removed after each session
Flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends
Siblings and small home groups welcome
Summer families receive priority fall enrollment
Spaces are limited and fill quickly. Reach out early to hold your spot.
It starts with two simple commitments.
A Place Where Children Feel Safe to Grow
Social Emotional Learning at the Core
Before reading and writing, children need to feel seen, regulated and connected. Every activity at The Little Nest is designed to build those foundations first.
Small Groups by Design
We intentionally keep our groups small so every child gets real attention, real encouragement and a real sense of belonging from day one.
“I spent four years as a lead teacher, watching what happens when a child finally feels safe enough to try something new. That moment is everything. The Little Nest exists to give every child that moment.”
Our Programs · Hoboken, NJ
Two Programs, One Approach.
Built Around Your Child.
Both programs run in the mornings at our Hoboken location. Intentionally small, play-based, and rooted in social emotional development, designed to meet each child exactly where they are.
Age 2
The Little Nestlings
Your child’s very first school experience
Schedule Tuesdays and Thursdays
Session 2 hours each morning
Group size 5 children maximum
Little Nestlings is designed for children taking their first steps away from home. Through sensory play, music, art and gentle routine, we help the youngest learners feel safe, seen and excited to come back.
Children gain confidence separating from caregivers, begin regulating their emotions, and develop the social foundations they will carry into kindergarten and beyond.
2 groups available · Limited to 5 spots each
Ages 3 Through 4
The Big Nest
Ready to grow, ready to lead
Schedule Mon, Wed, Fri
Session 4 hours each morning
Group size 8 children maximum
The Big Nest is for children who are ready for more. Longer sessions allow for deeper exploration, collaborative projects and the kind of rich peer relationships that build real social confidence.
Children strengthen communication, empathy and self-regulation while developing early literacy and problem-solving skills in a nurturing, low-pressure setting.
1 group available · Limited to 8 spots
September enrollment is now open. Spots are limited and fill quickly.
Now Enrolling for September · Hoboken, NJ
Your Child’s Spot is Waiting. We Would Love to Meet Them
We know choosing your child's first school experience is a big decision. Reaching out is just a conversation. No pressure, no commitment, just a chance to see if The Little Nest feels like the right fit for your family.
Little Nestlings
10
Total spots available
The Big Nest
8
Total spots available
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