Early Childhood Center (ECC)

• We work together to help the children be competent and compassionate, and instill in them a love of learning.
• We nurture Jewish identity and foster lasting relationships in a warm, caring and intimate environment.
• We provide a well-balanced program blending social and cognitive, creative and structured individual and group activities.
• Children are encouraged to be curious, creative and explore freely, as they master new concepts geared to their developmental level.
• Your child is prepared with readiness building skills for future learning.
• Parent participation and involvement is encouraged and welcomed.

Come bring your child to experience a community of learning.

ECC Photos & Testimonials Video

• DCFS Licensed
• State of Illinois Food and Sanitation licensed employee
• Follows NAEYC Guidelines
• First Aid Certified Staff
• CPR Certified Staff

• Chicago Early Engagement Leadership Initiative (CEELI)
  We are delighted to announce that Beth Tikvah Congregation's Early Childhood Center has been selected to participate in the Chicago Early Engagement Leadership Initiative (CEELI) cohort. CEELI is a pilot program that will seek to engage young families through curriculum excellence, experiential Jewish learning, and meaningful relationships. It is a Chicago-based cohort of 12 Jewish early childhood centers. 
• PJ Library
  Free books for Jewish children
• JUF Right Start
  Save money on Jewish preschool tuition