Early Childhood

Start Strong. Start Smart.

 

It is never too soon to start children on the road to academic success. At the Chera Early Childhood Program, our children thrive and grow from the very start. Classes encourage school readiness and early academic success in an enriching and fun atmosphere.

Our experienced teachers are all equipped with graduate degrees and are committed to educational excellence, developing kids’ literacy skills, and helping to uncover their creative abilities.

In a safe and nurturing environment, our Whole Child Approach to education promotes physical, social, and emotional development. Our children also stretch cognitively and intellectually, building the confidence and skills they need in Hebrew, English readiness, science, math, and technology. They also engage in gym, swim, and roof-top playground activities.

PRESCHOOL

Curriculum

Our curriculum is focuses on developmental progress and based on the Whole Child Approach. It consists of a flexible, yet structured environment. Hebrew and English reading readiness skills are reinforced as well as units in math, science, social studies, and computer skills. We also have special programs for:

• Swim (for toilet-trained children)
• Gym
• Music
• Outdoor Play
• Holiday Celebrations

Classroom Structure

Our classroom structure ensures that all of our age groups are getting classes and programs specifically geared towards them and their skill sets.

Pre-K: Age 4

(by December of the current school year)

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Fridays: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Our Pre-K program focuses on English and Hebrew letters, sounds, and other reading readiness skills. Our goal is to prepare children for formal yeshiva schools in the community.

Accredited UPK program by the NYC Department of Education.

Rising Stars: Age 3

(by December of the current school year)

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Fridays: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Our Rising Stars program reinforces language and readiness skills in order to prepare our 3 year-olds for the next level. It focuses on developing children’s independence and self-help skills.

Terrific Toddlers: Age 2

(by December of the current school year)

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Fridays: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

*Extension available until 3:00 PM after holidays.

Our Terrific Toddler program introduces children to the preschool setting. It focuses on aiding in the development of language and verbal skills of toddlers.

Jumpstart: Age 2

(upon entering school)

Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Our Jumpstart program is a first separation experience for toddlers in a warm and nurturing environment. We focus on helping the children develop language skills and social skills.

An optional school lunch is available for purchase. Home lunches must be dairy or pareve.

 

 

 

Sunday and After-School Programs

Our programs are specially designed for our Early Childhood children as a great way to have your children engage in fun activities, further developmental and social skills, and/or extend the day. Please see below for the programs we have available.

Fridays In Action (Fridays): Nursery & Pre-K Boys
Ultimate Sports (Sundays): Nursery & Pre-K Boys
Sporty & Artsy Combo (Sundays): Nursery & Pre-K Girls
Build It! (Sundays): Kindergarten – 2nd Grade
Partners In Play (Monday – Thursday): 12 Months and Up
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Fridays In Action: Nursery & Pre-K Boys

Fridays: 12:45 PM – 3:00 PM
Starts Friday, February 7

10 sessions: $369
Center Member Discount: $319

Supervised by Harry Chazanoff

• All Sports Instruction
• Creation Station: Boys will get their hands dirty and have their imaginations inspired through different projects.

Click below to register:
Nursery (class code 8727)
Pre-K (class code 8728)
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Sunday Programs
Ultimate Sports: Nursery & Pre-K Boys

Sundays: 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Starts Sunday, February 9

10 sessions for $499
Member discounted price: $429

5 sessions for $309
Member discounted price: $259

$140 for Brooklyn door-to-door transportation each way

Supervised by Gladys Mordekai

• Period of Baking
• Period of All Sports Instruction
• Period of Tumbling & Movement
• Period of Martial Arts
• Rotating Enrichment Period including live animal show, balloon show, magic show, science class etc.

*Slice of pizza included

Click below to register for this program now:
Nursery 10 sessions (code: 8701)
Nursery 5 sessions (code: 8703)
Pre-K 10 sessions (code: 8702)
Pre-K 5 sessions (code: 8704)
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Sporty and Artsy Combo: Nursery & Pre-K Girls

Sundays: 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Starts Sunday, February  9

10 sessions for $499
Member discounted price: $429

5 sessions for $309
Member discounted price: $259

$140 for Brooklyn door-to-door transportation each way

Supervised by Gladys Mordekai

• Period of Baking
• Period of Gymnastics with Showcase in May 2020
•  Period of All Sports Instruction
• Rotating Enrichment Period including live animal show, balloon show, magic show, science class etc.

*Slice of pizza included

Click below to register for this program now:
Nursery 10 sessions (code: 8707)
Nursery 5 sessions (code: 8709)
Pre-K 10 sessions (code: 8708)
Pre-K 5 sessions (code: 8710)
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Build It! : Kindergarten – 2nd Grade

Sundays: 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Starts Sunday, Feb. 9

10 sessions for $499
Member discounted price: $429

5 sessions for $309
Member discounted price: $259

$140 for Brooklyn door-to-door transportation one way

Supervised by Gladys Bailey

• Period of All Sports instruction
• Period of Martial Arts
• Woodshop & STEM Building
• Rotating Enrichment Period including live animal show, balloon show, magic show, science class etc.
• Add Optional 2 Trips for $80 Pips Island & Nick Jr Live (only available to 10 week registrations)

Slice of pizza included

Click below to register for this program now:
10 sessions (code: 8713)
5 sessions (code: 8714)

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Partners In Play

For children 12 Months and up

Mothers and children will enjoy quality playtime that combines learning with fun. The program is 75 minutes long and consists of 45 minutes of crafts, songs, games, and seasonal projects followed by 30 minutes of movement and gymnastics.

This program is led by our talented early childhood teacher, Dina Nadler.

*Lunch included.

15-Week Program, starting February 3:
Non-Members: $454 once a week / $619 twice a week
Center Members: $379 for once a week / $494 twice a week

Monday: 9:45 AM – 11:00 AM or 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:45 AM – 11:00 AM or 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:45 AM – 11:00 AM or 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM
Thursday: 9:45 AM – 11:00 AM or 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM

Call (718) 627-4300 to register for this program.

 

Contact

For more information please contact us:

Aimee Mishaan, B.A.,EC Administrative Director: 718-954-3157

Lisette Lalo, M.A.,EC Educational Director: 718-954-3156