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Early Childhood/Day Care
JUF is pleased to announce the Chicago Jewish Preschool Finder! For the first time, parents can access one-stop shopping for learning about and navigating Chicago-area Jewish preschool options. The website features a snapshot of each preschool with key facts, personalized support to families via our Preschool Concierge and access to JUF Right Start. Check it out at www.chicagojewishpreschoolfinder.org.
* Listings with an asterisk are part of the JUF/JF partnership of agencies serving the Chicago and worldwide Jewish community.
Akiba-Schechter Jewish Preschool * |
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Associated Talmud Torahs |
Akiba-Schechter Jewish Day School provides an excellent secular and Judaic education in Hyde Park to a diverse community of Jewish children from all over Chicagoland. Under the auspices of ATT and Community Foundation for Jewish Education. Early childhood program open to the community and Jewish Day School for Grades 1-8. We pride in teaching children, not subjects; we value Jewish Unity, Joyful Judaism, and respect for all humanity. |
Arie Crown Hebrew Day School Early Childhood Pre-School * |
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4915 Conrad Sreet |
Pre-nursery and nursery. |
Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School * |
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3751 N. Broadway |
Independent Jewish Day School for the 21st century where academic purpose, collaborative learning and a deep commitment to humanity develops engaged, confident learners and compassionate leaders for a stronger, more vibrant community and world. Nursery to eighth grade. |
Beth Emet The Free Synagogue Early Childhood Program |
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1224 Dempster Street |
Beth Emet Synagogue Young Family Programs-- Families are invited to join us at Tot Shabbat, always the 3rd Saturday of the month at 9am, along with Shabbat dinners, holiday celebrations, picnics, sing-alongs and more. Get to know our wonderful rabbis and cantor, and meet other families with young kids in our vibrant community. |
Beth Tikvah Congregation Early Childhood Center |
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300 Hillcrest Blvd. |
Half-day preschool, enrichment classes, summer fun program and family events for children infants through 5 years of age. |
BJBE Early Childhood Center at the Chava Center |
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B’nai Jehoshua Beth Elohim |
Preschool for children 2 years old through preK, and Parent-Tot programs for younger learners. Joyful Judaism, love of learning and caring community infuse every aspect of our program. Children are seen as capable and creative individuals. A foundation of strong relationships allows each child to develop socially, emotionally, and cognitively to be their best self. Using the Jewish calendar as a guide, staff follows best practices in early childhood education to create high-quality learning experiences. |
BJE Early Childhood Center at B’nai Tikvah * |
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1558 Wilmot Road |
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BJE Early Childhood Center at Beth Hillel Bnai Emunah * |
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3220 Big Tree Lane |
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BJE Early Childhood Center at Beth Judea * |
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5304 RFD |
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BJE Early Childhood Center at Temple Beth-El * |
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3610 Dundee Road |
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Board of Jewish Education Early Childhood Centers * |
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Administrative Office |
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Cheder Lubavitch Preschool * |
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5201 W. Howard Street |
Toddler, pre-nursery, nursery and Kindergarten classes |
Chicago Jewish Day School * |
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3730 N. California Ave |
Multi-denominational Jewish Day School on the cutting edge of best practices in progressive education Junior Kindergarten through Grade 8. Students develop a strong Jewish identity through knowledge of Torah, Jewish values, and Hebrew language and learn to think deeply, gain knowledge and acquire judgment, and respect diversity. Our fully integrated curriculum inspires a passion for lifelong learning and develops critical thinking and socially engaged intelligence that enables students to understand and participate effectively in the affairs of their community, country, Israel, and the world at large in a collaborative effort to achieve a common good. |
Congregation Beth Shalom Preschool |
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772 W. 5th Ave. |
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Congregation Kneseth Israel Torah School |
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330 Division Street |
Early childhood program. |
Glasser Preschool of Oak Park Temple |
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1235 N. Harlem Ave. |
Parent/child programs ages 1-2, half-day preschool ages 2-5, lunch and enrichment programs, parenting workshops. |
Hillel Torah-Alana Beth Stein Pre-School * |
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8825 E. Prairie Road |
A Modern Orthodox preschool with a child-centered developmental approach to education focusing on the social-emotional, physical and intellectual growth of each child. Children learn through play and open-ended activities and are given opportunities to explore the world around them, ask questions, and discover how things work. Teachers support the children with a wide range of interests and abilities as they become increasingly independent in the classroom.Our integrated approach emphasizes Torah and chesed, Israel and an Ivrit language curriculum. |
Jacob Duman Early Childhood Center at Lake County JCC * |
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23280 N. Old McHenry Road |
Housed on our sprawling 37-acre Jewish Community Campus at Lake County JCC, Jacob Duman Early Childhood Center reflects the beauty around it. Children engage in exploration inside and out. Sunny classrooms and our two custom-built, developmentally appropriate playgrounds create an opportunity for learning and outside exploration.We strive to provide the foundation for children to develop and grow while bringing Jewish values to life. For ages 6 weeks - 4 years. |
JCC Chicago Early Childhood at “Z” Frank Apachi * |
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3050 Woodridge Lane |
At 'Z' Frank Apachi, we enjoy the outdoors during all seasons, letting children explore their surroundings while nurturing their natural curiosity. Educators encourage children to follow their interests which emerge into meaningful learning opportunities where they are fully engaged in the process. Here, your child is at the center of all we do. We strive to provide the foundation for children to develop and grow while bringing Jewish values to life. For ages 20 months - 4 years. |
JCC Chicago Early Childhood at Am Shalom * |
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840 Vernon Ave. |
At JCC Chicago Early Childhood at Am Shalom, building caring relationships with children and their families is central to what we do. Our director and teachers are dedicated professionals who focus on the individual needs of each child. We provide a warm, nurturing environment, enriched with exciting curriculum and a love of Judaism. We strive to provide the foundation for children to develop and grow while bringing Jewish values to life. For ages 18 months - 5 years. |
JCC Chicago Early Childhood at Bernard Horwich JCC * |
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3003 W. Touhy Ave. |
At JCC Chicago Early Childhood at Bernard Horwich JCC, located in Chicago's West Rogers Park neighborhood, your child is at the center of all we do. We strive to provide the foundation for children to develop and grow while bringing Jewish values to life. We believe children flourish and grow in an environment where they can explore, discover and create. Our director and teachers are dedicated professionals who focus on the individual needs of each child. We provide a warm, nurturing environment, enriched with exciting curriculum and a love of Judaism. For ages 2-4 years. |
JCC Chicago Early Childhood at Bernard Weinger JCC * |
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300 Revere Drive |
At JCC Chicago Early Childhood at Bernard Weinger JCC, in Northbrook, your child is at the center of all we do. We strive to provide the foundation for children to develop and grow while bringing Jewish values to life. Our professional, loving, one-of-a-kind teachers will help your family feel that Bernard Weinger JCC is your home away from home. From incredible classrooms to our beautiful outdoor space, your child will have endless opportunities to learn, play, grow and make friends that last a lifetime. For ages 6 weeks - 4 years. |
JCC Chicago Early Childhood at Florence G. Heller JCC * |
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524 W. Melrose Ave. |
At JCC Chicago Early Childhood at Florence G. Heller JCC, located in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood, your child is at the center of all we do. We strive to provide the foundation for children to develop and grow while bringing Jewish values to life. Our professional, loving, one-of-a-kind educators help your family feel that Florence G. Heller JCC is your home away from home. From incredible classrooms to our beautiful outdoor space, your child will have endless opportunities to learn, play, grow and make friends that last a lifetime. For ages 6 weeks - 4 years. |
JCC Chicago Early Childhood Education * |
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Growing good people! JCC Chicago Early Childhood education provides children with a solid foundation for future learning success, socially, emotionally, cognitively, physically and spiritually. Nurturing educators guide each child to reach his or her individual potential. The approach is simple: we put your child at the center of everything we do, building a welcoming classroom community for your child and your family. NAEYC aligned program covers core curriculum based on national and state standards including math, literacy, science and social studies. JCC Chicago?s preschool program integrates Jewish curriculum that is rich in culture, tradition and values. Premier programs for families with children (infants through 5 years of age) are offered at 7 locations throughout Chicago and the suburbs. Programs include full- and half-day preschool, infant/toddler care, pre-kindergarten, enrichment classes, adult/child classes, parenting classes, JNew Moms & Dads groups and family events. |
JCYS George W. Lutz Family Center |
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800 Clavey Road |
Offers early childhood education programs and child care for children 12 months through 5 years old. JCYS Early Childhood Education lays a foundation for intellectual, social, emotional and physical development through play-based curriculum. In each classroom, children freely choose from different learning centers throughout the day, helping to build confidence and develop their social and problem-solving skills. Group time for stories, singing, language development, science, cooking activities, and games adds structure to each day. |
JCYS Iris & Steven Podolsky Family Center |
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2112 W. Lawrence Ave. |
JCYS Iris & Steven Podolsky Family Center offers early childhood education programs for children age 15 months through 5 years. JCYS Early Childhood Education lays a foundation for intellectual, social, emotional and physical development through play-based curriculum. In each classroom, children freely choose from different learning centers throughout the day, helping to build confidence and develop their social and problem-solving skills. Group time for stories, singing, language development, science, cooking activities, and games add structure to each day. |
JCYS Michael R. Lutz Family Center-Wicker Park |
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2129 W. North Ave |
JCYS Wicker Park offers early childhood education for children ages 15 months-5 years through school year and summer camp programming. As our center grows, after-school programming for grades K-6 and summer camps for grades K-8 will be added. |
JCYS Northwest Family Center |
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1700 Weiland Road |
Offers early childhood education and child care for children 6 weeks through 6 years old. JCYS Early Childhood Education lays a foundation for intellectual, social, emotional and physical development through play-based curriculum. In each classroom, children freely choose from different learning centers throughout the day, helping to build confidence and develop their social and problem-solving skills. Group time for stories, singing, language development, science, cooking activities, and games adds structure to each day. |
Jewish Council for Youth Services (JCYS) |
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150 N. Michigan Avenue |
Guided by Jewish values and culture, Jewish Council for Youth Services provides educational and recreational programs for Chicagoland's children, and through board service, develops the next generation of Jewish civic leaders. |
Joan Dachs Bais Yaakov-Yeshivas Tiferes Tzvi Preschool |
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6106 N. California |
JDBY-YTT is dedicated to transmitting the values and life style of orthodox Jewish tradition while providing a strong, comprehensive secular education. As a Jewish parochial school, our goal is to provide a learning environment in which children acquire skills and knowledge in all secular subjects in an environment based on Torah (Jewish Law), mitzvoth (performing good deeds), tzedakah (acts of charity) and limud (study and learning). We recognize and respect the dignity of all students, striving to maximize individual strengths and achievements in a positive, supportive learning environment. |
Moadon Kol Chadash * |
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2464 N. Clybourn Ave. |
Gan Gani: Hebrew-immersion preschool through Kindergarten program.Moadon: After-school experience; junior kindergarten through eighth grade with a special program targeted at post-b'nai mitzvah students; provides an opportunity for immersion in Jewish culture, religion, tradition, and Hebrew language through collaborative learning; integrated bar/bat Mitzvah preparation. |
Moriah Congregation Early Childhood Center |
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200 Taub Drive |
Half-day and extended day options for children 6 weeks through 5 years of age. |
North Suburban Synagogue Beth El-The Paul S. & Sylvia Steinberg Pre-School |
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1175 Sheridan Rd. |
Kehillah accredited. Preschool classes ages 2-5. Lunch and enrichment program. Infant, parent-toddler and transition classes. |
Pearl of Israel |
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Gan Israeli Home Child Care |
Hedva Yitzhak, founding director of Pearl of Israel Home Daycare, is a driven, energetic, educational leader in Jewish studies with an expertise in teaching modern Hebrew. With a passion for the development of young children's Jewish identity both academically and culturally, Hedva is motivated with a vision to instill the passion for continued Jewish growth and learning. Open to children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old, POI is a Hebrew spoken program that believes that children need to feel unconditional love and acceptance from the adults who take care of them. Secular and Jewish education with warmth, love, professionalism, and competence. Inspiring children to lifelong learning! |
Sager Solomon Schechter Day School * |
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Solomon Schechter Day School of Metropolitan Chicago |
Solomon Schechter Day School of Metropolitan Chicago is an independent Jewish Day School where our unique combination of General and Judaic Studies imparts a deeply-rooted values system enabling critical thinkers to thrive. From our Ginsburg Solomon Schechter Early Childhood Center in Skokie, to our Sager Solomon Schechter (K-8) in Northbrook, we ignite our students' Jewish souls, educate them to their highest potential, and empower them to use their knowledge, skills, and creativity to enrich our world. Schechter's award-winning faculty and staff focus on developing students as learners whose passion and drive enables them to create a true impact on the future. A firm grounding in Jewish values and traditions creates a meaningful framework for our student's moral and character development. At SSDS, children gain more than academic strength, they gain the strength of identity. Our families gain a strong and vibrant community that shares a commitment to academic excellence and Jewish life. |
Shaarei Chinuch Day School * |
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2740 W Touhy Ave |
A Jewish Montessori day school for ages 3 years old through third grade. We integrate Judaism with the Montessori method to give each child a comprehensive, hands-on learning experience catered to his/her unique strengths and talents. Each child works at their own pace, using specialized hands-on learning materials, with individual instruction from the teachers, in the way that works best for them. Our program includes a comprehensive Judaic and secular curriculum, as well as a special focus on kindness, respect, and care for each other and the world around us. Our unique classroom style fosters self-esteem, confidence, and a love of learning. |
Sinai Preschool |
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15 W. Delaware Place |
Preschool and Parent-Tot classes 0-5 years old. NAEYC accredited preschool for children 2-5 years old. Optional early care,enrichment classes and extended day. |
Temple Sholom of Chicago Gan Sholom Early Childhood Center |
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3480 N. Lake Shore Dr. |
Parent/child programs ages 4 to 36 months; nursery school ages 2½ to 4; day care age 2 to 4; enrichment programs ages 3 to 5. |
The Children's Center |
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Lakeside Congregation |
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Tiny Tots Incorporated |
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2603-2611 N. Halsted St. |
Tiny Tots Incorporated, a family owned and operated nursery and preschool in Lincoln Park, was founded in 2008 by an Israeli mother who wanted to provide her daughter with a hands-on, exploratory learning based curriculum in a loving and nurturing environment while encompassing socialization with other children. Tiny Tots Incorporated offers a Reggio-Emilia inspired, play-based curriculum in a unique Hebrew/English bilingual environment. The center focuses on small, personalized groups in large sized classrooms with low child-teacher ratios. Tiny Tots Incorporated employs highly qualified teachers, specializing in the age group that they work with to ensure the highest quality of care. Tiny Tots Incorporated is licensed by DCFS, is actively managed by two center directors and has a pediatric nurse on staff. Tiny Tots Incorporated has extremely strict Covid guidelines in place to keep all children, families and safe each and every day! Check us out at: www.tinytotsincorporated.com |
Torah Academy |
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Suburban Alliance for Jewish Education |
Torah Academy offers a full day general studies curriculum, with full range of math, STEM science, social studies, language arts, PE, music, art as taught in the public school system, combined with Judaic subjects and Hebrew skill-building-imparting the timeless wisdom that develops faith-based Jewish values and personal growth. Preschool through eighth grade for Jewish children of all backgrounds. Small class sizes ensure individual attention and tailored educational program for each child. Our excellent academics and meaningful program of Jewish traditions will empower each child to achieve his or her maximum potential. Warm, caring, professional teachers build confidence and self-esteem, developing the refined character traits that will ensure success in life. |
West Suburban Temple Har Zion Early Childhood Program |
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1040 N. Harlem Ave. |
At the Temple Har Zion Early Childhood Center, our mission is to foster an energetic and innovative learning community where child-focused exploration, creativity, collaboration and Jewish tradition inspire the curriculum while creating a lifelong love of learning. We offer full and half day options for children ages 2-5. five days a week, with optional lunch and enrichment classes. We accept children into the 2-year-old program in diapers and partner with the families when toilet training. Come join our family! |
