Penfield Village Nursery School and Kindergarten provides a comprehensive early childhood program to support the whole child, by meeting children’s social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth in a nurturing environment. Our certified and highly trained teachers have developed curriculum incorporating New York State learning standards into a play-based setting to provide both a fun and safe learning environment. PVNS is nonsectarian, and accepts children of all races, religions, cultural origins and families.
Classrooms Free from Technology, Focused on Socializing & Hands on Learning
Play-Based Learning for Over 55 Years
Indoor Large Motor Gym Space & Outdoor Fenced Playground
Bus Transportation for Transitional Kindergarten Students
Weekly Music Class in Our Music Room
Mary Ellen Jesmer
"Melly"
Director of Education
Professional Journey
I am happy to be part of the Penfield Village Nursery School & Kindergarten Program. My background includes a bachelor’s degree in English from Nazareth University as well as a Pre-Kindergarten to sixth grade General Education Teacher, I have a master’s degree in special education also from Nazareth. I have spent the past thirty years working with children in both general education and special education as either a teacher, teacher leader or an Early Interventionalist. I love learning about the best ways to engage and empower children. Education is truly my passion.
Beyond the Classroom
When I am not working, I love to write and recently published my first book and am working on my second book. My husband and I have three grown children, a fun-loving dog and a sailboat. I love to cook, entertain, sail and read.
If you would like to learn more about our school or how we can help provide a nurturing and supportive environment for your child, please contact us today by calling 585-381-7300 or by emailing us through our secure contact page.