Shalom Yeladim

Our Philosophy:

Shalom Yeladim—The Judie Gerstein Early Learning Center is designed to provide a particular and unique experience for Jewish preschoolers. We were created as an alternative to other large-school, large-class nursery programs available in Morris County. Class size is restricted not by licensing requirements but by our knowledge of the needs of young children. We know that love of learning and intellectual acuity flourish in surroundings that are safe, nurturing, stimulating and inviting. The ability to learn follows naturally from the development of social, emotional and physical skills.

Our Curriculum:

Every school activity is planned with these goals in mind. We have developed routines that are safe and reassuring, and promote sharing and camaraderie among our students. Each teacher is familiar with each child, and each child becomes familiar with more than one adult. Our curriculum combines a celebration of Judaism with the children’s daily experiences and observations, plus critical learning and developmental concepts. Rabbi Nesson and Cantor Attias regularly spend time in the nursery school, teaching the children about the Jewish Holidays and rituals. Our teachers are State Certified.

Our morning classes for two-, three- and four-year olds include age-appropriate art projects and educational programs based on the Jewish calendar, plus music and movement classes. We offer “Lunch Bunch” from 11:45 am-12:45 pm. Our afternoon programs include the “Little Scientist” educational franchise, pre-reading and pre-mathematics classes and others. We also offer a variety of after-school programs.

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We also offer a Summer Fun program for ages 2 – 4 & a year-round Mommy and Me programs from birth to 23 months.

All Shalom Yeladim programs are Peanut-free and allergy-friendly.