Bells Corners Co-operative Nursery School was established in February 1968. A community of mothers wanted to provide their children with the best possible preschool experience and develop a preschool resource for the community. Through a partnership with one staff member and one director they created an early learning environment that was optimal for their children, and allowed the parents to actively participate in the experience. Bells Corners Co-operative remains one of the oldest and largest preschools in the Ottawa area due to the vision and commitment of its membership. In fact, children who once attended this nursery school now bring their own children here for their preschool experience. BCCNS continues the tradition of providing a stimulating and nurturing environment where children learn through play.