Beit HaYeladim Preschool is located on the grounds of Congregation B’nai B’rith and can be reached directly at (805) 967-6619.
Our child-oriented program emphasizes enriching the whole child by focusing on the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual areas of development. We facilitate the development of positive self image and communication skills by providing a warm and loving atmosphere in which the uniqueness of each child is respected. Beit HaYeladim, the house of children, is the ideal setting for children to form their first friendships. The educational program includes music, art, literature, science, cooking, gardening, dance, drama, sports, Jewish living and community awareness. We provide a stimulating curriculum which enhances the child’s urge to discover and create, in a richly Jewish atmosphere, in which appreciation and knowledge of Jewish customs, traditions, and values are fostered.
Programs Offered
| Early morning | 7:30 am to 9 am |
| Half-day morning | 9 am to 1 pm |
| Early afternoon | 1 pm to 3 pm |
| or | |
| Late afternoon | 1 pm to 5:30 pm |
Shabbat:
Each week the children prepare for Shabbat. They bake challah
and pick flowers to decorate the table.
There are up to four children who are honored as “Shabbat Kids.” They have the honor of opening the ark during
our Kabbalat Shabbat service and taking home a
Shabbat backpack which facilitates their Shabbat celebration at home. The week following, they bring the backpack
back to school and share their Shabbat experience with their class.
Parental Involvement
Parental involvement is an integral part of our program. There are many ways in which parents can participate during their children’s years at Beit HaYeladim, such as sitting on committees, helping to plan special events, driving on field trips, fund raising, and helping in the classrooms. Being involved allows for the deepening of the entire family’s knowledge and experience of Judaism.
Special Activities
Beit HaYeladim Staff
The members of the preschool staff have educational backgrounds and experience in early childhood education and have a commitment to providing a warm nurturing environment for young children and their families. Benefits and ongoing professional development are part of the employment package.