Beth El Nursery School (BENS)
Where children can develop as independent, caring people. We emphasize the richness and joy of Judaism within a diverse world. Full- and half-day programs for ages 2-5.
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Preschools & Day Care
Beth Emek Preschool
Developmental program for ages 2 1/2 years to 5 years. Children learn about their heritage and their world through arts and crafts, cooking, music and dramatic play.
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Beth Sholom Preschool
Enriching preschool program for ages 2-6.non-toilet-trained OK. Shabbat and holidays celebrated. Developmentally appropriate curriculum. 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.Lovely outdoor area, weekly music, gymnastic and storyteller specialist.
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Congregation Netivot Shalom Preschool
Serving children ages 2 to pre-K, with a program that offers an emergent, nature-rich approach to learning while weaving Jewish life, practice and the Hebrew language throughout each day.
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Gan Avraham Preschool
Playbased preschool for ages 2-5, where children experience the richness and variety of Jewish life through hands on experiences. Full-day or part-time programs available.
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Gan B’nai Shalom
A nurturing developmental preschool program rich with Jewish culture. Providing children a foundation to grow educationally, socially and spiritually. Extended care options: 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
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Gan Chabad Preschool
Homey, comforting environment. Offering a holistic blend of educational theories. Integrating Jewish values. Shabbat celebrations and challah baking. Focusing on social, cognitive, emotional, physical and academic development.
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Gan Ilan Preschool
Developmental preschool program with an emphasis on the beauty of Jewish tradition. Early morning and afternoon extended care available.
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Gan Mah Tov
Year-round preschool (2-5 years) and infant and toddler program (6 months-2 years). Full-or part-time care available. Emphasizing social development, emotional expression and Jewish values/traditions.
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Gan Sameach Preschool and Daycare
Developmental play-based program that is guided by Jewish values for ages 2 through 5. Diapers OK. Experienced teachers provide extended day care. License #3010213705.
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Gan Shalom Preschool
Developmental program for ages 2 to 5 years. Enriched curriculum focuses on Judaica in a play-based, homelike setting. Early morning program with extended day care available.
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Ganeinu Jewish Playgroup
Weekly morning Shabbat-focused playgroup for infants and toddlers. Facilitator offers Jewish education, community-building and fun activities. Fridays 9:15-10:45 a.m.
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JCC East Bay Preschool
Full- and part-time developmental preschool and extended care program for ages 2-5 and transitional kindergarten program based on Jewish culture and heritage.
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Tehiyah Bridge Kindergarten
Bridge-K program nurtures the whole child and emphasizes social-emotional growth. Science curriculum explores the natural world. Hebrew, traditions, Jewish values in a progressive, inclusive community.
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Temple Sinai Preschool
For full- or part-time students, with extended care program. Developmental program for ages 2-5. Open to members or non-members.
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Tree of Life Learning Center
A private, year-round, developmentally based Jewish preschool, offering half-day, school-day and full-day programs. Teaching children to love learning.
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Simcha Preschool
Full- or part-time programs. NAEYC and BJE accredited. Parent participation. Ages 2 to 5 1/2 years of age.
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Beth Ami Community Nursery School
Toddler care program (2-year-olds), preschool (ages 3-5) and extended day care for all; summer program.
Early Childhood Education Center, JCC Preschool San Rafael
Toddler, preschool and family programs on two campuses. Inspired by Jewish values and traditions. Children from all religious faiths and backgrounds are welcome. Values and ethics-based curriculum.
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Early Childhood Education Center, JCC Preschool Tiburon
Toddler and preschool programs inspired by Jewish values and traditions. Children from all religious faiths and backgrounds welcome. Values and ethics-based curriculum.
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Gan Israel Preschool of Petaluma
Thirty years educating children, ages 2-5 years. Teacher-student ratio is 1:6; early and afterschool care available; gymnastics program, garden program, live animals (chickens); kindergarten readiness; two- to five-day program available.
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Gan Israel Preschool of San Rafael
Nature/ play-based program. Filled with children's discoveries and knowledge. Community school that welcomes all; relationship based. Founded on the values of kindness and respect
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APJCC Preschool
Fully licensed Jewish preschool and day care for ages 18 months to 5 years. Extended care available. Afterschool enrichment classes and summer camp also offered.
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Chai Preschool
Offering positive and constructive Jewish early childhood experience. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, the school believes in an experiential and intentional approach to teaching and learning.
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Congregation Beth Jacob Preschool
Warm, nurturing environment and community for children 20 months to 5 years and their families. Morning program, small class size, excellent teacher/child ratios. Children with diagnosed special needs are welcome.
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Gan Torah Preschool
Warm and loving environment fostering curiosity and exploration. Teaches strong Torah values and general preschool skills. Play based; small teacher-child ratio; positive discipline.
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Ganon Early Childhood Education Center
Full-time, year-round care for ages 3 months-5 years. Individual, developmentally appropriate education with a warm and nurturing staff.
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OFJCC Leslie Family Preschool
Infant-toddler playgroups, full- or part-time preschool, afterschool enrichment and summer programs. Play-based program focuses on individual needs as well as creating community.
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Peninsula Temple Sholom Preschool
Provides a developmentally appropriate environment where children are encouraged to explore and develop their curiosity through play and challenging experiences. NAEYC accredited.
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PJCC Preschool
Our play-based learning environment is supported by the most current child development research, and engages young minds by sparking their creativity, curiosity, and imagination.
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Shir Hadash Early Childhood Center
An innovative Reggio Emilia-inspired program for children from age 2 to kindergarten. Full- or part-day enrollment for two, three, or five days per week.
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Sinai Nursery School
Developmentally appropriate curriculum in a small, nurturing environment that models and teaches Jewish values. Ages 2 years to pre-K. Full day or part time. Extended care available.
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South Peninsula Hebrew Day School – Preschool
Jewish open-ended and play-based preschool for ages 2-5. The environment inspires children to wonder and follow their interests in Hebrew and English. The afternoon program is available daily until 6 p.m.
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Temple Emanu-El Preschool
Award-winning, fully accredited preschool; well-equipped facility; professional staff. Provides stimulating program with strong Jewish content.
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Yeshiva Preschool of Silicon Valley
New San Jose preschool opening in August 2016. Offering a traditional Jewish play-based program for children ages 2-5. Warm environment and low student-teacher ratio. Discounted tuition available for a limited time.
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Brotherhood Way Preschool – JCCSF
Transitional kindergarten and flexible part- and full-day programs for ages 2-5. Guided by Jewish values and culture and inspired by Reggio Emilia approach.
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Congregation Beth Sholom Family Preschool
This preschool is infused with Judaic values and culture, and enriches the lives of young children and their families by providing opportunities for learning, creativity, exploration and curiosity.
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Emanu-El Preschool
Variety of preschool and early childhood programs. Infant and toddler parent-child programs. Developmentally appropriate preschool, ages 2 to 5 1/2 years of age.
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Gan Noe Preschool
For ages 2-5 years. Stimulating and nurturing environment. Songs, organic snacks and lunches, yoga, gym, arts. Jewish values.
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Growing Place Family Preschool & Parenting Center
Located in San Francisco's Sunset neighborhood. A Reggio Emilia-inspired school for ages 2-5, with a social-emotional, relationship-based curriculum.
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Rosenberg Early Childhood Center – JCCSF
Year-round, full-day preschool for ages 2-5. JCCSF preschools are guided by Jewish values and culture and inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education.
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Helen Diller Family Preschool – JCCSF
Our part-time preschool enriches the lives of young children through learning, creativity and exploration. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach and guided by Jewish values and culture.
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Shalom School
Stimulating learning/play environment with Jewish values and celebrations. Pre-K teacher won Diller Award. Age groups for 18 months to 5 years. Part time or full time. English, Russian, Hebrew spoken.
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