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Torah Tots Preschool

We are excited to announce that Torah Tots Preschool S.Y. 2025-2026 Registration is still open.

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Welcome to Torah Tots!

Torah Tots Preschool is licensed by the Ministry of Community and Social Services and is associated with the BJE (Board of Jewish Education). Inspired by the principles of the Reggio Emilia philosophy, Torah Tots welcomes every child regardless of background or affiliation and appreciates their differences. Central to the philosophy is a deep respect for the potential of young individuals.

Our aim is to connect children to the beauty of the natural world through a learning environment that has been constructed with thought and grace, while tending to their emotional growth and well-being.

The curriculum is holistically woven with the timeless values and morals of our heritage, coming alive through rich lessons conceptualized by teachers in such a way that the children can learn through their own discovery, hypotheses and exploration.

Who We Are

Goals

Torah Tots seeks to create a stimulating and enriching educational environment for each and every child. The school is devoted to helping children learn socialization skills, building their self-confidence and teaching them the preliminary skills to explore and experience the world independently from their parents.

Our goal is to provide children with the early foundation and framework to prepare them for the transition to elementary school. In addition, we seek to ignite a spark in each child to lay claim to his or her Jewish heritage and commit him or her to a lifetime passion for learning.
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Staff

Our staff consists of qualified and experienced teachers who are trained in early childhood education. Our teachers participate in a continuous program of in-service education and studies to advance their professional skills, ensuring they remain responsive to the evolving needs of today's families and the latest research findings.

The faculty meets weekly to discuss curriculum, plan programs and share and exchange ideas. To uphold the high standards of our program, staff development is ongoing throughout the year to ensure that our teachers remain alert to the ever-changing needs of today's families and the findings of current research.

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Facility

The site is sunny, modern and equipped with all the requisite amenities of a first-class preschool, including bright classrooms, indoor play areas and an outdoor playground.
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Monthly Calendar

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Upcoming Events


Special Activities

At our education center, we provide a variety of benefits and advantages for your kids’ successful education, while allowing your kid to stay fully active, creative and healthy

Sportball

Our Sports Program gives children a chance to enjoy physical activity, no matter their skill level. With expert coaches in a positive environment, we build motor skills and confidence. The program is fun and non-competitive, allowing each child to progress at their own pace. Even those less interested in sports leave happy, fostering a lifelong love for movement and enhancing their overall well-being, both physical and mental.

Music Appreciation with Bryna

At Torah Tots, music is all about experiencing it as joyful and fun!

Through activities like finger play, rhythm exercises, chants, songs, instruments, and musical games, children learn and integrate musical concepts such as beat, rhythm, and tempo. These activities also help develop important skills such as cooperation and listening.

Movement & Yoga with Julia

Our kids' yoga program introduces children to yoga through fun games and activities. It teaches movement, posture, team building, and personal growth. Yoga helps kids find balance, improving concentration, focus, and confidence. They gain muscle strength and flexibility, benefiting daily activities. The program offers a creative, non-competitive environment where children can relax and enjoy learning. This safe space promotes physical and mental health, keeping kids active and engaged.

Shabbat Party!

Friday at Torah Tots is special with our Shabbat party. Each week, a boy and girl are chosen to be the Eema (Mommy) and Abba (Daddy). A note will be sent home if your child is selected. The Abba brings 2 small Kosher Challahs, and the Eema brings a special nosh. Real Mommies are invited to join and capture these moments. Please ensure all foods are sealed Kosher, nut-free, and non-dairy. This program also occurs on Thursday for children attending two days a week.

Show & Share

Wednesday will be Show and Share day. The children can bring in any item they choose from home. They will have the opportunity to talk about it to their classmates during circle time and share it with their friends during free play. This gives the children an opportunity to share their belongings with their friends while boosting their confidence. Toys should only be brought in for Show & Share Day. Teachers cannot be responsible for toys brought in at any other day.

Mad Science

Torah Tots proudly partners with Mad Science, the world’s leading science enrichment program. Mad Science provides a hands-on science experience for children that's both entertaining and educational. The program sparks imagination while promoting scientific literacy through themes like rocketry, magnets, and polymers. Children engage in exciting activities, watch demonstrations, and take home creations like model rockets, periscopes, and Mad Science putty, making science fun and accessible!

 

Chabad Preschool offers an early childhood learning experience for 18 month olds through Pre-Kindergarten as well as Mom and Me classes for toddlers. Our core program is from 9am to 12:30pm with options for extended afternoon as well as full day. Our program places the highest priority on ensuring that every student is well prepared for Kindergarten. In addition, the children explores their Jewish heritage through singing and dancing, painting and creating, holiday cooking, story telling and lots of imaginative play. Each class enjoys all of our weekly specials; Drama, Yoga, Hebrew, Dance, Karate and Shabbat sing.

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Goals

At Torah Tots Preschool Of The Arts We Endeavor To:

- Encourage your child to make choices, with respect towards him/herself, others and his/her surroundings. This helps develop your child's self esteem, self-efficacy and belief in him/herself.

- Nourish your child’s heart and mind, as we develop cognitive, social, emotional and physical skills, so that your child will be a well-rounded person capable of solving problems and adapting to new situations.

-Educate your child in a creative, supportive, and warm Jewish environment, so that your child will not only learn about life as a Jew, but will learn to love it too!

Full Day Session

Each morning, students are welcomed by their teacher before diving into a world of curated learning centers and activities. These environments are dynamic, evolving weekly, daily, or even hourly to keep the atmosphere electric with possibility.

Paint. Clay. Collage. Musical instruments. Blocks, Books. Dolls to bathe. Suitcases to pack. Flour and salt to make play dough with. Special things for special days. And each day is a special day.

There is always a fresh challenge or a new way to interact with a familiar toy; children remain deeply motivated and engaged. This is carefully balanced with consistency, safety, and "home-like" comfort of a predictable environment.

Qualified Staff

Torah Tots Preschool is licensed by the Ministry of Community and Social Services and is associated with the BJE (Board of Jewish Education). Our staff consists of qualified and experienced teachers who are trained in early childhood education. Our teachers participate in a continuous program of in-service education and studies to advance their professional skills, ensuring they remain responsive to the evolving needs of today's families and the latest research findings.

The faculty meets weekly to discuss curriculum, plan programs and share and exchange ideas. In order to uphold the high standards of our program, staff development is ongoing throughout the year. This ensures that our teachers remain alert to the ever-changing needs of today's families and to the findings of current research.

Our teachers are an unusually dedicated group of professionals whose level of commitment to each child does not stop at the classroom door, and whose commitment to early childhood education is truly an avocation. As a result, they bring to their jobs a unique and special blend of professional skills and personal experience.

Quality Education

At Torah Tots Preschool, our commitment to excellence is defined by a team of highly qualified and experienced educators specialized in early childhood development. To maintain our high standards, our staff engages in ongoing professional development and keeps pace with the latest research to meet the evolving needs of modern families.

We offer a high-quality educational experience that balances a comprehensive secular curriculum—covering literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies—with a vibrant Jewish program. This approach ensures a nurturing environment where children feel secure while being consistently motivated by dynamic new learning opportunities.

What Parents Say

"Dear Goldie,

Thank you so much for all that you have done for our daughter. I cannot tell you how you have given her the best start in life.

She has been so curious and excited about the world around her, about learning and the stimulation that you have provided every single day has made her a curious mind, a creative mind and will definitely lead her into greater things."
Amanda S.
 
"Dear Morah,

I couldn't be more pleased with the education our son Asher is getting at your school. Torah Tots has provided him with emotional and physical and psychological support that any parent could ever wish for.

He is loved, nurtured, and cared for, and I see it the way he runs into school every day. His smile, his confidence, I know that this is the best place for any single toddler and preschooler. Thank you for providing such a warm, nurturing, and wholesome school."
Linda
 
"Once again, you have performed more than we've ever expected. Our older daughter has been in your school and you never cease to amaze me.

Every day there are new, exciting, and innovative activities from the fine arts to the math, the cognitive, the sensory, the language. You have provided an education that is superior to anything we've ever, ever seen before. You are creating children that are going to be smart, healthy, resilient, and confident.

Thank you for everything you've done for our children."
Ivy
 
I love Torah Tots and so does my daughter Noa!

The school and Morahs goes above and beyond to make every child feel special, cared for and get excited about learning.

I am always blown away at the dedication of the Morahs in how they transform every learning unit into this creative, experiential, interactive educational experience for the students.

I really think Torah Tots, with Goldie’s leadership is truly in a league of their own!
Poupik sionit
 
Dear Goldie,

Thank you for always listening, acting, and truly leading with heart. The way you handled any issues that came up this year shows your deep commitment to creating a safe and caring environment for every child. This tote is just a small token of our deep appreciation for the person you are.

Love,
M. M. and Family
 
Dear Morah Goldie,

Thank you so much for your role in helping Emanuel grow + thrive. We loved seeing your warm smile each morning and made us feel comfortable knowing Emanuel was in such a loving and caring atmosphere. You have created a magical place and we feel lucky to have sent Emanuel to Torah Tots! Thank you for everything,
Elie & Noa Goldberg (& Emanuel)
 
Dear Goldie,

Thank you for everything you have done for our children and our family this year. Wishing you a wonderful summer, and looking forward to next year!

Love,
The A Family
 
Dear Goldie,

Thank you for guiding the morahs and for ensuring that our children were cared for and engaged on a daily basis. Cole has felt excited about school and has thrived at Torah Tots. Thank you for all that you do.

Warmly,
Noah + Jenna Stern
 
Dearest Goldie,

Thank you for all you’ve done for Avital (and us) this year. She’s had the most wonderful year with her friends and morahs, and has grown and learned so much. Your love and care has put us all at ease because we knew she was in the best hands. We hope you enjoy a fun and restful summer - you definitely deserve it!
♡ the A Family
 
Dear Goldie,

Thank you for shining light into our children's lives! Your dedication and unwavering commitment to provide the best is so appreciated and does not go unnoticed! May Hashem bentch you with strength and energy to continue for years to come!

With appreciation from the following families:
Abel, Adler, Amsterdam, Babaev, Berktin, Igelman, Klasner, Stern, Vainer & Weltman.
 
Thank you for another amazing school year. Time after time I find myself sharing so many wonderful things about Torah Tots. We are constantly in awe of the programming, nurturing and caring staff, and the overall environment felt every day at the pre-school. We know that it starts and ends with you, so thank you for doing all that you do. You continue to create a place that we feel excited to send our children and a place that they are excited to go to every day. We can't thank you enough. Wishing you a wonderful and very Happy Hanukkah.
Noah, Jenna, Cole, and Emma