NURSERY SCHOOL FOR PUPPIES • BEVERLY, MA
Give your puppy the best possible start with professional training, confidence building, enrichment and thoughtfully guided socialization during their most important developmental stages.
THE FIRST MONTHS MATTER.
Small Steps Today. Big Skills for Life.
Your puppy's earliest experiences help shape how they learn, communicate and navigate the world around them.
At Four Leggers, Nursery School goes beyond basic obedience. Through professional training, thoughtfully guided socialization, enrichment and positive experiences, we help puppies develop the confidence, manners and life skills they need to thrive.
With flexible attendance options and a structured six-week curriculum, families can choose a schedule that fits their lives while giving their puppy a strong educational foundation.
A DAY IN THE LIFE
Little Paws. Big Adventures.
Every day at Nursery School is filled with opportunities to learn, explore, build confidence and grow. Our thoughtfully structured days balance professional training, guided socialization, enrichment and essential rest.
ARRIVE & SETTLE IN
A Confident Start
Puppies are welcomed into a supportive environment where they can settle in, build positive associations and prepare for a day of learning.
LEARN & PRACTICE
Big Skills Start Small
Through short, age-appropriate training sessions, puppies practice foundational manners, communication and everyday life skills using positive reinforcement.
SOCIALIZE & EXPLORE
Confidence Through Experience
Carefully guided interactions, new surfaces, sounds, objects and appropriate puppy play help build confidence and positive associations with the world.
ENRICH & DISCOVER
Learning Through Play
Enrichment games, problem-solving activities and age-appropriate movement engage curious minds and support healthy development.
REST & RECHARGE
Rest Is Part of Learning
Puppies need plenty of sleep to process new experiences. Scheduled downtime helps prevent overstimulation while supporting healthy rest habits and crate comfort.
HOME & KEEP GROWING
Learning Doesn't Stop at Pickup
Families receive guidance to help reinforce their puppy's developing skills and continue building good habits at home.
GROWING TOGETHER
Three Levels. A Lifetime of Learning.
From those first exciting weeks at home through the challenges of adolescence, our progressive Nursery School curriculum helps puppies develop confidence, communication and essential life skills at every stage.
Young Puppy
Building confidence, positive social experiences and essential early skills.
Focus: Name recognition, attention, handling, crate comfort, potty-training foundations and early manners.
Control Unleashed
Helping puppies develop focus, emotional regulation and cooperation as their world gets bigger.
Focus: Engagement around distractions, impulse control, settling, polite greetings and foundational leash skills.
Older Puppy
Strengthening everyday manners and helping growing puppies navigate increasingly challenging environments.
Focus: Loose-leash walking, recall, self-control, polite interactions and responding around distractions.
FLEXIBLE ENROLLMENT OPTIONS
Big Learning. Flexible Schedules.
Every puppy deserves a great start, and every family's schedule is different. Choose from two, three or four days per week of professional puppy education, with the same thoughtful approach to training, socialization and enrichment.
2 Days / Week $1260
12 scheduled days over 6 weeks • $105/day
Ideal for families seeking a consistent introduction to professional puppy education with a lighter weekly commitment.
Best for: Families who want structured learning alongside more days at home.
3 Days / Week $1,800
18 scheduled days over 6 weeks • $100/day
A balance of frequent training, social experiences and enrichment with greater scheduling flexibility.
Best for: Families looking for more consistent practice without a four-day commitment.
4 Days / Week $2280
24 scheduled days over 6 weeks • $95/day
Our most comprehensive option, offering the greatest frequency of guided training, enrichment and opportunities to reinforce developing skills.
Best for: Families seeking the most consistent educational experience.
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
Monday–Thursday | 8:30 AM–3:30 PM
Six-week enrollment • Choose 2, 3 or 4 consistent days per week.
BECAUSE LEARNING DOESN'T STOP AT PICKUP
Raising a puppy comes with plenty of questions, and you shouldn't have to figure everything out on your own.
At Four Leggers, we believe the most successful training happens when puppies and their families learn together. Our trainers help you understand your puppy's behavior, build effective communication and reinforce the skills they're developing at Nursery School.
From navigating puppy biting and potty training to building confidence and encouraging good manners, we're here to help you turn everyday moments into learning opportunities.
Our goal isn't simply a puppy who behaves well at school. It's a confident, well-adjusted companion whose skills carry over into your everyday life.
HAPPY PUPPIES. CONFIDENT FAMILIES.
Their First Big Success Stories.
From first-day nerves to growing confidence and everyday milestones, we're proud to be part of each puppy's journey. But don't just take our word for it—hear from the families who've experienced Nursery School firsthand.
Sarah L.
My puppy did the Nursery School level 1 and 2 and then a few months of University. He was safe, loved, gained great training (especially crate training), and was well cared for!
Stephanie L.
They did basic puppy training and I now have the most delightful pile of happiness living with me. I especially liked how kindly they explained the training so I can be the best pet mom.
Debbie J.
We brought our dog a little over a year ago to nursery school and she thrived. So excited to see Rich and team every day. She did so well and we learned so much with her.
We are so grateful to this team of trainers some of the things I never thought we would get her to do. Walk off leash, recall, place, wait she listens to every command that they taught her and us on how to continue the work at home.
NURSERY SCHOOL FAQ
Everything You Need to Know
What ages can attend Nursery School?
Our Nursery School curriculum is designed for puppies at different stages of development, from early puppyhood through adolescence. Our team will help determine the appropriate starting level based on your puppy's age, experience and individual needs.
What days and hours is Nursery School offered?
Nursery School operates Monday through Thursday, from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Families can choose a consistent schedule of two, three or four days per week.
Do I have to enroll my puppy four days per week?
No! We offer flexible two-, three- and four-day weekly enrollment options. All three plans follow our educational approach, with more frequent attendance providing additional opportunities to practice and reinforce developing skills.
Is Nursery School a six-week commitment?
Yes. Each enrollment covers six weeks of structured puppy education. Consistent attendance helps puppies build routines, practice skills and develop confidence over time.
Can my puppy start at any time?
Yes! Nursery School offers open enrollment, so your puppy doesn't need to wait for a new six-week session to begin. Our team will help you select an appropriate starting point and schedule.
How is Nursery School different from daycare?
While daycare focuses primarily on supervised care and social opportunities, Nursery School is an educational program built around professional training, guided socialization, enrichment, confidence building and age-appropriate development.
Will I learn how to continue training at home?
Absolutely. We believe successful puppy training involves the whole family. Our trainers provide guidance to help you understand your puppy, reinforce developing skills and build positive habits outside Nursery School.
What vaccinations does my puppy need?
Puppies must meet our age-appropriate vaccination and health requirements before attending. Vaccines include age-appropriate Distemper/Parvo, Bordetella, and a negative fecal test every 6 months.
Will I receive updates about my puppy's day?
We provide daily report cards so families can stay connected to their puppy's experiences, activities and progress while attending Nursery School.
What happens after my puppy completes Nursery School?
Depending on your puppy's age, progress and individual needs, our team can recommend additional Nursery School education, University, group classes or other training opportunities to continue building skills.
Little Paws. Big Possibilities.
THEIR BEST START BEGINS HERE
The first months of your puppy's life are full of opportunities to learn, grow and build confidence. Give them a strong foundation with professional training, thoughtful socialization and experiences designed just for developing puppies.
With flexible two-, three- and four-day weekly enrollment options, finding the right fit for your family is easier than ever.
Ready to give your puppy a head start? We'd love to meet them!
ENROLL YOUR PUPPY