Gan Ilan Preschool

Temple Isaiah of Contra Costa County 945 Risa Road Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 284-8453 [email protected] temple-isaiah.org/education/gan-ilan-preschool
Director of Early Childhood Education Courtney Ludlow [email protected]
Administrative Coordinator Vera Gordon [email protected]

This preschool, whose name means “garden of the trees,” serves children ages 18 months to 6 years in a warm, nurturing and secure campus environment. The program is open to the broader community, with priority enrollment for synagogue members. As a play-based preschool, Gan Ilan honors each child’s individuality, developmental pace and unique learning style. The curriculum supports active exploration and hands-on discovery, fostering growth through interaction with peers, caring adults and the surrounding environment. Jewish life and values are naturally woven into daily experiences, encouraging engagement with both secular and Jewish concepts in ways that feel joyful, relevant and meaningful.

The school offers care Monday through Friday with flexible scheduling. Parents may choose from three daily options: part day (9 a.m. to 1 p.m.), extended day (8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) or full day (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.). The preschool operates school year and summer programs, allowing families to choose year-round care or an academic calendar. Set within Temple Isaiah’s inclusive campus, Gan Ilan provides a strong foundation where children grow, explore and thrive in a secure Jewish community.