About our school

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RPNS offers preschool and nursery school classes for children aged 18 months to four years. Located in Ottawa, Ontario, RPNS is a cooperative, non-profit nursery school that offers a safe, educational and fun, integrated-learning environment. Children have fun and socialize with others while developing essential skills that will prepare them for kindergarten and grade-school. Centrally located, RPNS has been serving the communities of Hunt Club, Riverside Park, Alta Vista, Manotick, and Riverside South, Ottawa East, South Keys, as well as other parts of the Ottawa region for over 40 years. 

Our History

Riverside Park Nursery School (RPNS) was established in 1970, by a group of concerned parents who recognized the need for a preschool program in the area. Originally run by the Riverside Inter-Church Social Action Council as a non-profit organization, the school was incorporated in 1977 and has since been run by a volunteer Board of Directors. Its continued success results from the dedication of Board members and the support of parents working with the teaching staff.

The school has been integrated since 1987. We have a high caliber of qualified, professionally-trained and dedicated teachers. All staff must have successfully completed the requirements for a Certificate Diploma in Early Childhood Education. You are encouraged to discuss with them any questions or concerns relating to your child or the school in general.


Cooperative Nursery School

Riverside Park is run as a cooperative school-one where parents and teachers work together to provide an enjoyable learning environment for the children. We stress the word "cooperative," because it is vital for the successful operation of the school. Parent participation includes:​
  • Volunteering for a committee or Board position; and
  • Taking part in school activities such as school cleanup and maintenance, fundraising, etc.
Parents can also share ideas and/or problems concerning their children with one another and with the teachers. We encourage you to contribute your ideas and talents to the school program.