Beth Sholom Temple Nursery School
Preschool in Santa Monica, CA 90403
We are pleased to announce that Beth Shir Sholom Early Childhood Center Preschool has been accredited by the National Associateion for the Education of Young children (NAEYC). The accreditation system is the early childhood profession’s definition of its standards for high quality programs, education and care.
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Our program serves children, two years old through five years old, including Kindergarten. Pre-schoolers in diapers are welcome.
Also, to response to many requests, we are pleased to announce the addition of our Toddler Program for children beginning 18 months old. Please see our Preschool brochure for pricing by clicking on the panel link to the right.
Beth Shir Sholom Early Childhood Center is located safely and securely within the Temple ’s facilities on a quiet, residential street. Additionally, we have eleCenteronically monitored security. Our Preschool has bright indoor classrooms and features a large outside play area, our newly designed Gan Sholom that has a well – equipped play yard, climbing structure and sand box – all specially designed for hands-on, creative play.
Beth Shir Sholom Preschool acknowledges and respects the diversity of our children, while emphasizing Jewish values of family, community, caring, joy, tradition and rituals. Through music, holiday celebrations and learning simple blessings, our children gain pride in the richness of their Jewish heritage, culture and history. Every Friday the children, together with our rabbi, Neil Comess-Daniels and Cantor Ken Cohen, welcome Shabbat in our beautiful sanctuary.
Beth Shir Sholom Preschool is open to all children, regardless of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin. Temple membership is encourage, but not requirEducation
We give currently enrolled, returning students first priority; children of temple members, not currently enrolled, are given priory next.
Our Pre-Kindergarten program is enriched with reading, math-readiness and writing skills. Due to our enrichment program, a consistent schedule of 9-3 p.m. five days per week is required .
- Child Ages:
- 2 years - 5 years
- Licenses & Accreditations:
- California Department of Social Services: Community Care Licensing Division - NAEYC Accredited
- Preschool:
- Yes
- Hours of Operation:
- Mon-Thurs: 9am-5pm;
Fri: 9am-4pm
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At the Early Childhood Center , we believe that child-initiated, child-directed, teacher-supported play is the most important component of our program. Play allows the child to grow physically, emotionally and socially. It is how children learn to negotiate, share, cooperate and respect the rights of others.
Our program encourages positive social behaviors such as cooperation, helpfulness, taking turns and problem solving through verbal communication. Children are given many opportunities for experimentation and involvement including cooking, creative arts, woodworking, storytelling and music.
Our Gesher class (Transitional Kindergarten) marks an important transition from pre-school to the primary grades. In our developmentally appropriate Gesher class the focus is on the development of the child as a whole. It is a time for our students to expand their love of learning. Their general knowledge, their ability to get along with others, and their interest in reaching out to the world.
