Infant & Toddler (Full-time only)

Our primary goal in this program is to provide each child with the best care in a nurturing Jewish environment. Our staff works to encourage the children in every stage of development to support social and emotional as well as physical and cognitive growth. We work with each family to tailor a routine that works best for each infant in our care. In the toddler program, the daily routine is arranged to provide stimulating experiences and many opportunities for exploration.

Preschool

The Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia Preschool strives to help each child grow as an individual. We emphasize the development of self-confidence and a positive self-image. Our activities provide experiences to foster social skills and emotional maturity, as well as strengthen cognitive and physical growth. The preschool curriculum includes language, pre-reading readiness and mathematical concepts, science, nature, arts and crafts, music, creative movement and Jewish customs and holidays.

Two-Year-Old Program

24-36 months, as of 9/30/08-Fairfax Location Only
18-36 months, as of 9/30/08-Alexandria and Ashburn Locations Only

Monday - Friday, 9am—1pm
Parents may choose from the following options:
2 Day Option: Tues/Thurs
3 Day Option: Mon/Wed/Fri
5 Day Option: Monday - Friday

The goals of our two year-old program are to help children grow as individuals, learn to separate from parents, and join in a small group for positive play and learning in a Jewish environment.

Three and Four-Year-Old Preschool Programs-All Locations

3 years as of 9/30/08

Monday - Friday, 9am—1pm
For 3-year-olds: Choose 3 (M/W/F) or 5 mornings per week option.
For 4-year-olds: This program is a 5 day per week program only.

It is our goal to promote learning through a rich and varied curriculum within a warm Jewish environment with creative interaction between children and teachers. Our curriculum includes: language and communication, reading readiness and pre-mathematical concepts, science, nature, arts and crafts, music, creative movement and physical growth, and Jewish customs and holidays.

Full/Part-Time Childcare

Children 2-5 years-old (Child must be in their 24th month to attend)
It is the goal of the extended childcare program to provide a warm, caring, and relaxed atmosphere to complement the morning program. As required by Virginia law, the early part of the afternoon includes a rest period. The afternoon curriculum takes into consideration the special needs of the children who stay for a longer day. Full time option (7:30am—6pm) is available which includes the preschool program, winter break, spring break, snow days, and summer camp.

Children participate in a variety of age-appropriate activities in a positive setting, orchestrated by a creative and qualified staff.
Monday—Friday, 7:30am—6pm (Two-day minimum required)
(Includes preschool 9am—1pm)
Children must be enrolled in at least 2 days of childcare to be accepted into the program.
*Note: You must have a family membership in the JCCNV for your child to attend childcare