At Corner Co-Op Nursery School in Brookline, Massachusetts, parents and teachers come together to form a cooperative that governs the school’s philosophy, goals, policies, programs, budget, tuition, staffing, and activities. This close contact between parents and teachers creates an environment where families are able to watch their children develop and grow, while the children benefit from the assurance that their families are actively involved in their schooling. To support the Co-op, parents partake in monthly classroom assistance and a family job, while a spirit of community is further maintained through pot luck dinners, picnics, speakers and workshops, outings, and camping trips. Furthermore, families have the opportunity to build informal relationships and friendships with one another. Ultimately, the Corner Co-Op Nursery School fosters an inclusive and supportive atmosphere for families, teachers, and students, allowing for differences in energies and commitment, as well as providing a space for individual growth and development.