Summary
Contact Info
JCC of Central New Jersey
1391 Martine Avenue
Scotch Plains
, NJ
07076
www.jccnj.org/
Tel:
(908) 889-8800
Fax:
(908) 889-4070
Director:
Nancy Kovacs
info@jccnj.org
Application Information
| Applications accepted |
Children must reach their birthday by october 1 to qualify for september enrollment in an age-group class (for example, a child must be 2 years old by the first of october to qualify for a 2- year-old class). a copy of the child's birth certificate must accompany all registrations—no exceptions! when space is available, there will be a january registration for those children who missed a "cut-off" date, thus enabling them to get a taste of the preschool experience prior to their first age-eligible year the following september 1. |
| Deadline for applications |
February 12 |
Key Statistics
| Student/teacher ratio |
8:1 |
| Age cutoff for enrollment |
2 years |
Survey Information
Savvy Source survey: Yes
School Philosophy & Day in the Life
School Philosophy and Mission
"The JCC Preschool and Kindergarten provides a comprehensive program
that allows children to flourish. Young children learn best when they are
involved in situations in which they interact with both the physical and social
environments. Our curriculum provides experiences that are rich and developmentally appropriate, responding to the interests and creativity of the
faculty and the children.
The classrooms are designed in well-planned learning centers that
permit the children to explore and make choices as they learn and play.
Language development, mathematical reasoning, and scientific reasoning
are all considerations in classroom design. Changes to the environment are
reflective of emerging interests. Faculty members create stations that allow
children to work independently and in small groups, fostering
success in both school and in life.
Throughout the day, children use self-directed and guided choices as they
utilize "choice systems," participating in small- and large-group
activities. Teachers strive to build upon the thoughts and actions of
children, rather than directly controlling the environment.
Typical learning centers include Language and Literacy, Blocks and
Construction, Dramatic Play, Art and Creative Expression, Sensory
Experiences, Outdoor Learning, Music and Movement, Scientific Discovery,
and Manipulatives. Activities enriching the classroom experiences include
instruction in swimming, computers, Hebrew, physical education, music, and
Jewish values and ethics.
In an effort to bridge the experiences between the children's home and
school life, we strive to nurture positive parent partnerships. We encourage
parental participation in our classroom activities. Formal conferences are
scheduled twice per year, in addition to more informal communication
throughout the year."
Excerpted from the preschool's website
Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School
"Typical learning centers include Language and Literacy, Blocks and
Construction, Dramatic Play, Art and Creative Expression, Sensory
Experiences, Outdoor Learning, Music and Movement, Scientific Discovery,
and Manipulatives. Activities enriching the classroom experiences include
instruction in swimming, computers, Hebrew, physical education, music, and
Jewish values and ethics."
Excerpted from the preschool's website
Curriculum & Teaching Approach
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Quality of Teaching
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Home School Connection
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Discipline, Health and Safety
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Ages, Schedule & Tuition
Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition
| Ages |
Class Size |
Days |
Tuition |
|
From
4 years
to --
|
|
|
$6542/Month |
|
From
3 years
to --
|
16 |
|
$4237/Year |
|
From
4 years
to --
|
18 |
|
$4237/Year |
|
From
3 years
to --
|
16 |
Mon 9:00am - 12:30pm
Wed 9:00am - 12:30pm
Fri 9:00am - 12:30pm
|
$3322/Year |
|
From
2 years
to --
|
12 |
Tue 9:15am - 11:30am
Thu 9:15am - 11:30am
Fri 9:15am - 11:30am
|
$2092/Year |
|
From
2 years
to --
|
12 |
Tue 9:15am - 11:30am
Thu 9:15am - 11:30am
|
$2092/Year |
|
From
2 years
to --
|
12 |
Mon 9:15am - 11:30am
Wed 9:15am - 11:30am
|
$2092/Year |
Extended Care
Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
Notes
"ENRICHMENT CLASSES For children ages 2˝ through 5, we offer enrichment
classes between the hours of 12:30 and 4:00 p.m. Classes are offered through
the Early Childhood Services, Athletics, and Aquatics Departments, and include
classes instructed by local outside vendors."
Excerpted from the preschool's website
Kindergarten Placement & Tips
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