Welcome to our Duke Memorial family!

Established as a nursery school in 1950, Duke Memorial Weekday School now enrolls more than 160 children, ages 2 to 5, and is staffed by a paid faculty.
Our emphasis is on building self-confidence and establishing an atmosphere of love, support and security. Admission is open to all children, regardless of race, gender or religious affiliation. Please call us at 919- 688-5130 if you have questions or would like to schedule a tour.
When visiting DMWS after the main entrance is closed, please go to the side door and ring the bell. Please state your name and the person you are here to see. Come to the office to sign in and get a visitor's badge.
Please Note:
The General Public Lottery for 2012-2013 Registration will be held Wednesday, February 8th at 10:00 am. Applications will be available at that time. Applications are NOT available prior to the lottery.
School Calendar
Our 2011-2012 Academic Calendar is available for download here. (Adobe Acrobat Reader required)
Inclement Weather Policy
If Durham Public Schools are closed OR delayed. DMWS will be closed!! Check WTVD ABC11 for closing information.