Question 1

My family is Reform/Conservative/Not observant. Will we feel comfortable at the Jewish Beginnings?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Jewish Beginnings is a warm, inclusive environment. We are proud of our diverse background of families. We have been successful at creating an amazing community of preschool families.

Question 2

Tell me about lunch and snacks.

Accepted Answer

We provide a morning snack for your child. Parents send lunches for their children. Some of the children keep Kosher at home, some do not, so we don't share lunch with our friends.

Question 3

Is the school licensed?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our school is licensed by the Florida Department of Children and Families. Our teachers also have CPR and First Aid training.

Question 4

What is the teacher to student ratio? How many teachers and students are in each class?

Accepted Answer

We have higher teacher to student ratios then is expected of our school from the Department of Children and Families. This means there are more teachers and less students then we are required. Our small class size, and great ratios ensure your child gets the individualized attention that they deserve.

Question 5

What degrees do the teachers have?

Accepted Answer

Some of our staff have more than ten years teaching experience and have teaching degrees in varying levels from bachelors to masters.  Additionally, all of our teachers are CPR/First Aid Certified and are trained in emergency safety protocol that our school follows very carefully.

Question 6

What is a typical day at Jewish Beginnings?

Accepted Answer

There is nothing typical about a day at Jewish Beginnings. Each day has a different tempo, yet maintains a common routine which the children know and love. The teachers are very in tune with the needs of the children. We have a long playful hour which includes activities, all addressing the skills of early childhood, like math, science, pre-writing, literacy, art, fine motor, sensory and more. The children learn through exploration and play. There is a small and large circle time which includes songs, movement and yoga.

Question 7

What special activities are offered at Jewish Beginnings?

Accepted Answer

Music, Shabbat and holiday parties, and visiting artists are among our special activities at school.

Question 8

What can parents do to be involved?

Accepted Answer

We encourage parents to be involved with our school, participating in facilitating school wide events like Thanksgiving, Chanukah parties and our annual Big Event.

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