At the Early Childhood Center at Beth Tikvah Congregation, we believe that each child is special and unique, coming to school with their own set of experiences, feelings and characteristics. We understand and recognize that children need a safe and secure environment in which to learn and thrive. With this in mind, we provide a warm, enriched and developmentally appropriate environment tailored to meet the needs of each child’s abilities and talents.

Register now for Preschool session for 2007-08.

To further enhance each child’s development, our qualified teachers establish relationships with parents to promote open communication which is the real key to a successful early childhood experience.
 
The Beth Tikvah Congregation Early Childhood Center curriculum integrates both secular and Judaic values, traditions and themes. We believe that it is important for children will be imbued with these concepts. We further believe that each child should be respected for who they are. Therefore, we integrate their input into our daily class work to give importance to their ideas. While doing this, our teachers ensure that every child's interest and learning style is appreciated and nurtured.
 
At Beth Tikvah Early Childhood Center, we are providing a caring environment that encourages children to develop emotionally, spiritually, socially, physically, and cognitively for optimum growth.

To ensure the quality of our program, we hold and maintain an Illinois Department of Children and Family Services license, a State of Illinois Food and Sanitation licensed employee, and First Aid and CPR certified staff.

We currently hold classes for adults and children ages 3 months -3 years of age. Our preschool has morning classes for children ages 2 ½, 3 and 4; entrance to which is based on the Illinois statewide September 1st guidelines. Children need not be toilet trained to be enrolled. Enrichment classes following the end of preschool are offered daily to extend the preschool day.
 
 Current classes being offered are:  

• Adult/ Child Classes - Thursday and Friday Mornings 9:30-10:30
    
• 2 ½ Year Preschool   9:15 -11:45 – Tuesday and Thursday 
    
• 3 Year Preschool   9:15 – 11:45 – Monday/ Wednesday/ Friday 
    
• 4 Year Preschool   9:15 – 11:45 – Monday– Friday 
   
• Extended day option  11:45 - 1:00 – Monday– Friday

Please call me, at (847) 885-4545 for current schedule and pricing or to arrange a tour. I look forward to meeting with you and your child!
 
Ellen Grossman,Director
Beth Tikvah Early Childhood Center