PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

 

Our Core Philosophy

At B'nai Simcha Jewish Community Preschool, we believe children construct knowledge through play, relationships, and meaningful experiences. Grounded in the principles of social constructivism and developmentally appropriate practice, we recognize that learning happens through conversation, collaboration, exploration, and reflection. Children are active participants in their own learning, building understanding alongside peers and teachers.

 

Emergent Curriculum

Our play-based, emergent curriculum follows children's interests and provides rich opportunities to explore:Language & literacy, math, and scienceFine art, music, movement, and sensoryCooking, gardening, and outdoor learning🕊️ Jewish Values & LifeJewish values are woven naturally throughout each day and explicitly explored through stories, songs, traditions, celebrations, and meaningful conversations. Through songs, stories, Shabbat, holidays, Hebrew, and acts of kindness, children experience Judaism as a joyful way of building community.

 

Our Core Values

Chesed: Kindness to all

Tikkun Olam: Repairing our world

Areyvut: Responsibility for one another

Sakranut: Curiosity and active questioning

 

Inclusive Community

We believe every child is capable, competent, and deserving of respect. Our classrooms are inclusive communities where children develop:

​confidence & independence; empathy & strong belonging; social, emotional, and physical skills. Our goal is to cultivate curious thinkers, confident learners, and caring community members who are well prepared for a lifetime of learning.