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SAN FRANCISCO
Congregation Beth Sholom
(415) 221-8736 • bethsholomsf.org/early-childhood-education
Inspired by the principles of the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education and infused with Judaic values and culture, Beth Sholom’s preschool “enriches the lives of young children and their families” with opportunities for learning, creativity, exploration and curiosity. Expect parent education workshops, ongoing teacher education and individual family counseling.
Sherith Israel Preschool
(415) 343-1720 • sherithisrael.org/preschool.html
“Nature-based with Jewish roots” — that’s Sherith Israel Preschool, a new Readers’ Choice winner this year. Students spend much of their time at local parks and other neighborhood locations, and the school offers family field trips, weekly Shabbat services, monthly Tot Shabbat dinners, holiday parties and other community events.
SOUTH BAY/PENINSULA
Oshman Family JCC
PALO ALTO
(650) 223-8788 • paloaltojcc.org/early-childhood
The Leslie Family Early Childhood Education Center is an award-winning preschool “with an atmosphere for building healthy relationships and positive learning experiences.” The Center’s approach to learning is both creative and organic, “driven by the childrens’ curiosity and desire for mutual growth among educators, families and students,” and welcomes all faiths.
NORTH BAY
Osher Marin JCC
SAN RAFAEL/MILL VALLEY
(415) 444-8162 • marinjcc.org/preschool-main
The Osher Marin JCC preschool programs “provide the best foundation for a lifelong love of learning.” Highly qualified early childhood educators engage children in meaningful ways “by creating indoor and outdoor spaces that provoke wonder, curiosity, and social connection.” The curriculum is rooted in Jewish tradition and values.
The Grove Preschool at Kol Shofar
TIBURON
(415) 388-1012 • grovepreschool.org
A new Readers’ Choice winner this year, the Grove Preschool “works closely with families and values parents as an integral part of the education process. Children are encouraged to develop self-esteem, know that they are loved, have a unique place in the world and respect all people and embrace our differences.”
EAST BAY
Temple Sinai
OAKLAND
(510) 451-3263 • oaklandsinai.org/tsdpp.html
“Our core Jewish values of Kehillah (community), Kavod (respect), B’tzelem Elohim (created with divine sparks) and Kavannah (intention) provide the framework for teaching and learning at Temple Sinai David Pregerson Preschool” The curriculum is play-based and emergent. “We are committed to creating loving relationships among children, families and staff.”