Early Childhood Mission: KBA’s approach to Preschool

KBA is a safe and nurturing Jewish environment that fosters curiosity, growth, and confidence.  Students in the preschool program at KBA begin their journey of lifelong learning and friendship by celebrating their identity, independence, and values.  Our play-based approach encourages young learners to explore, problem-solve, and build connections to their friends, their teachers, and their community.  Our Jewish Preschool program includes both a secular and Judaic studies curriculum as well as Hebrew language immersion. Our Jewish Community Day School is inclusive of families from all Jewish backgrounds. Students enjoy access to our outstanding facilities, featuring a full-sized gymnasium, Sarah Samson Jewish Community STEM Lab and two outdoor playgrounds. Our Preschool students are well prepared to continue their education at our Elementary School and Middle School.

Photo was taken before COVID-19

Infant Program (3 months and older)

The youngest members of the KBA Family begin to put their roots down starting at the age of 3 months. Our Shorashim/Infant program boasts a safe and nurturing environment, with small group sizes and excellent teacher: student ratios. Our warm and skilled staff lovingly take care of our smallest students while fostering a developmentally appropriate play and exploration-based curriculum. "KB-Babies" get to be full-fledged students in our Early Childhood-8th grade program and participate in school wide celebrations and holiday activities. There is a nurse on-site every day.


Toddler Program (18 Months)

Our Toddler/Ilanot learners receive a rich, meaningful, and balanced curriculum to help them grow each day. Warm, dedicated, and experienced teachers provide a child-centered, play-based curriculum full of hands-on activities. Our secure, dedicated outdoor playground is designed especially for preschool students. Hebrew immersion teachers integrate Judaic studies and Hebrew language into the classroom allowing our students to start building the foundation of their Jewish identities.

Two’s, Three’s and Four’s Program

Our 2s, 3’s, and 4’s/Pre-K preschool program provides a warm and inviting environment where children thrive. With a focus on play-based learning, our dedicated and experienced teachers guide children through hands-on experiences that encourage curiosity and growth. The preschool’s secure, age-appropriate outdoor playground offers a perfect setting for physical activity and exploration. Through Hebrew immersion, our teachers weave Judaic studies and Hebrew language into daily lessons, helping children develop a sense of connection to their Jewish heritage from an early age.

 

Program Features

  • Hands-on STEAM Program (integrated workshop with science, technology, engineering, art, mathematics)

  • Specials include: arts, yoga, music & movement, healthy cooking & PE

  • Shabbat and holiday curriculum paired with Hebrew language immersion curriculum

  • Dedicated early childhood literacy and library space, & preschool playground

  • Integration in full school programming, including the Buddy Program, assemblies, & other school-wide events

  • Healthy Hot Lunch program offered 5 days a week

  • Early and After care available 5 days a week (7:00am-6:00pm Monday-Thursday and 5:30pm on Friday)

  • Full-time nurse on-site

  • Welcoming students from both South Jersey and Philadelphia communities

Admissions

For more information, please contact: Director of Enrollment, Lisa Feingold lfeingold@kellmanbrownacademy.org