PHILOSOPHY

Kol Tikvah Early Childhood Center is guided by an awareness that children are individuals to be respected and appreciated for their uniqueness.

We offer a nurturing, safe and stimulating environment with clear limits, and a hands-on curriculum that fosters curiosity.  We create opportunities that will encourage children to explore, examine, discover and question as they learn about their world.

We welcome and appreciate the participation of all families as a reflection of Kol Tikvah’s inclusive, non-discriminatory philosophy. We provide an environment that teaches children the traditions, rituals and values of Reform Judaism.

PROGRAM

Kol Tikvah Early Childhood Center’s curriculum is rich and challenging. Jewish culture and history are incorporated into the program and celebrated in the classroom, bringing joy and knowledge into our children’s lives. Our daily activities include learning through individual discovery and group interaction, indoor and outdoor play and multisensory experiences as a foundation for growth and development. Our program is enriched with dramatic and imaginary play, music, art, books and stories, puzzles, manipulatives, movement and science to stimulate creativity and self-expression.

Our commitment is to empower each child to develop a life long love of learning and to feel great about the amazing person they are as well as share our love for Jewish tradition and education.

GOALS

Kol Tikvah Early Childhood Center is committed to:

Encouraging children to recognize and articulate their feelings in order to gain autonomy

Developing communication skills enabling children to negotiate peaceful solutions

Fostering problem solving and coping skills, resilience and a sense of humor

Teaching the value of friendship

Respecting individuality through an anti-bias, pro-diversity curriculum

Presenting ongoing parent education through activities that  welcome family and community participation

Our Early Childhood Center Offers:

• Toddler Classes....So much more than a Playgroup
• Preschool classes beginning at 2 years old
• Pre-K and Gesher classes are offered for 4-5 years old

• Handwriting without Tears: The HWT curriculum starts with children learning to print using hands-on materials and developmentally appropriate activities. Fine motor work gained from the writing readiness program prepares students for paper and pencil success.
• Outdoor Education – focusing on learning beyond the 4 classroom walls
• Fitness Program building a positive self image with special focus on developing the whole child: mind, body and spirit
• Weekly Music Program with Cantor Coyot
• Weekly Kabbalat Services & Monthly Tot Shabbat Service
• Enrichment Classes: allowing children to be exposed to a full range of experiences. (Art, Ballet, Theater, Puppetry, Culinary Techniques, Hands On Science, Prehistoric Adventures, Sports and games, Karate and so much more.
• Extended Day Afternoon Programs & Flexible Scheduling
• Summer Camp
• Parent Education
• Safety Seminars
• Full Time Maintenance and Security Staff for a clean and safe environment
• Educated, Warm, Experienced Professionals for your child’s teacher

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