Most Common Questions
Out of diapers?
We do not have a potty-trained prerequisite for children until the Pre -K year. We will work with families when they are ready to transition into diapers.
Do you offer summer camps?
Make the summer magical for your child at Camp Yeladim. At the fabulous facilities of the JCC, your preschooler can enjoy the summer camp experience in the security of our nurturing Sheila & Eric Samson Family Early Childhood Learning Center. Our credentialed and highly trained Early Childhood Educators will guide your child through a summer of making new friends, learning, creativity, imagination, and of course, lots of fun!
How do you communicate with parents?
We are proud to announce that we are using TADPOLES which is an app that allows our teachers to be in daily contact with our families. Depending on your child’s age, the communication protocol will differ. We share pics, activities and classroom insights throughout the week.
What percentage of your school is Jewish?
We open our doors to everyone and we are a diverse community, however, our Jewish values, traditions, and holidays are very important to us. Currently about 60% of our students are Jewish and 40% are not.
Can I change my schedule during the year?
Yes, you can change your schedule during the school year. Your first change is complimentary, however after that, each change will incur a fee of $75. We will also check availability to ensure we can accommodate the requested change at that time.
What is your withdrawal policy?
We require a 30-day written notice to withdraw from the Preschool. There are no more withdrawals after March 1st. All deposits are non-refundable.
What is your napping policy?
Naptime from 1:00-3:00 pm except for the TK classrooms which nap is optional. Classroom lights are off and soft/classical music plays in the background. All classes rest either on cots or mats.Crib sheets and blankets are sent home weekly to be laundered and brought back.
What are the qualifications for your teachers?
Our dedicated teachers build a solid foundation for our preschool. Every teacher has extensive child development experience bringing their unique style to the classroom. All teachers have at least 12 ECE units, while some teachers’ have a bachelor’s degree and their teaching credentials. Teachers have completed a federal background clearance, are trained in pediatric CPR and First Aid training.
