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Preschool




Education Minister Yuli Tamir (far left), Alona Apt of the Hop! TV channel, Muppet Moshe Ufnik and Gary Knell, president and CEO of the Sesame Workshop introduce Education Enrichment Kits in Jerusalem Sunday, to be distributed to Israeli Jewish and Arab kindergartners and which encourage tolerance
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A Special Visitor
The Preschool, which was founded in 1981 with the supervision of the Ministry of Education, embraces the aims of the parent organization. Its educational philosophy is child-centered, emphasizing flexibility and individual freedom of choice, self-experience and self-expression. The teachers respect each child’s needs and individuality, encouraging creativity.

More than 130 children learn at the Preschool. Located as it is within the premises of the YMCA, it has the advantage of easy access to unique facilities, such as the indoor swimming pool and other sports areas, and enjoys the special environment of dignity and respect for all which permeates the entire institution and creates an atmosphere of peace.

The Preschool aims:
• To provide a high-quality preschool education which stimulates children intellectually, emotionally, socially and physically, in the tradition of the YMCA ideals of balanced spirit, mind and body.

• To facilitate coexistence between Arabs and Jews on a daily, ongoing basis as a normal part of life for children and their families.

• Expose the children to other cultures, languages and religions, enabling the development of tolerance and understanding, while preserving the uniqueness of each child and its community.

Preschool Staff:
The Preschool is directed by Adena Levine who, together with a qualified staff of teachers, assistants, maintenance and security personnel, take care of the children’s needs. All operational and educational decisions are made by the administration and staff of the Preschool. Regular staff meetings and training take place throughout the year.

Structure and Organization of the Preschool:
The Preschool consists of eight classes with a minimum of two teachers per class. In some classes the opportunity is provided for both Jewish and Arab children to learn together in Hebrew and Arabic. Other classes are not mixed but joint activities take place from time to time.


The classes for the 1-2 year olds have a maximum of 10 children in each class.
The classes for the 2-3 year olds have a maximum of 17 children in each class.
The classes for the 3-, 4 & 4- 5-year olds, have a maximum of 25 children per class.

All classes but one are located on the second floor of the main building with its own security entrance. Each class has its own fully-equipped room.

The Preschool Offers:

• Small classes with personal attention
• A warm and supportive environment
• Swimming twice a week in the YMCA pool
• Music taught by professional teachers
• Sensory-Motor activity room
• Animals Corner.
• Optional After School program until 4 p.m.
• Kosher meals

For more information call: (02)-5692681 (direct); adena@ymca.org.il

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