Parenting Program
Early childhood is a time of discovery, growth, and connection—where children and their adults engage in shared experiences that nurture joyful learning and meaningful relationships.
What We Offer
We offer classes for families and their children from birth to 18 months as well as parent workshops throughout the year. Each class is facilitated by an early childhood professional and is structured to highlight child development, explore the joys and challenges of parenting, and foster a sense of community. Jewish traditions and values are woven into each class.
Bim Bam
Beginning Fall 2025
For parents or caregivers and children 6-12 months (born between January & June 2025)
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 11:00-11:45am
Semester I: 15 sessions beginning in September 2025
Semester II: 15 sessions beginning in January 2026
Cost: $800 per semester for members, $900 per semester for non-members
Help support your baby’s growth and development through music, movement and play! Class time includes activities and experiences using a variety of materials that support the parent/child relationship, language development, physical coordination, sensory exploration and social interactions. Weekly themes rotate throughout the semester and may include acoustic stimulation (music and sounds), visual stimulation (lights, shadow, and reflections), balance (rolling and rocking), tactile stimulation (textures), and more. Jewish holidays and traditions are woven into the curriculum using songs, games and stories.
CLICK HERE for Application
Mini Met
Beginning Fall 2025
For parents and babies 9-14 months (born between July-December 2024)
Day/Time: Fridays, 11:00-11:45am
Semester I: 15 sessions beginning in September 2025
Semester II: 15 sessions beginning in January 2026
Dates Semester I & II: Full year program, 30 sessions beginning in September 2025
Cost: $900 for members, $1,000 for non-members for one semester; $1,650 for members, $1,900 for non-members for both semesters
Help support your baby’s natural curiosity and growth in this weekly facilitated playgroup. While exploring different activities with your child, parents discuss a variety of topics focused on child development and parenting. Class topics and themes include sensory exploration, music’s connection to literacy, cause and effect, physical development/body awareness, supporting language development through play, Jewish holidays, and more.
CLICK HERE for Application
Big Moves, Big Mess!
Beginning Fall 2025
For parents or caregivers and children 12-24 months (born September 2023-September 2024)
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 9:25-10:15am, beginning in September – Dates announced in August
Cost (non-refundable)*: $550 10-class pack; $300 5-class pack; $45 Single Class (First Visit Only); Unlimited Semester I Access $800 (Exclusively for Shaaray Tefila Members)
Semester I: 15 sessions beginning in September 2025
Semester II: 15 sessions beginning in January 2026
Dive right in with your child as they learn through experimentation with sensory materials and gross motor activities. Incorporating science, movement, music and art, this 2-in-1 class promotes physical coordination, fine motor skills, language development, problem solving and natural discovery through hands-on exploration. Jewish holidays and traditions are woven into the curriculum using songs, art materials, and stories. Make sure you and your little one dress for mess! Drop in for a class or purchase an all access package.
Registration opens in August. For more information or to express your interest, email Jackie Kristel at jkristel@tstnyc.org.
Alephbet
Beginning Fall 2025
For parents and toddlers 14-20 months (born between January & June 2024)
Day/Time: Fridays, 9:25-10:25am
Dates: Weekly sessions from September 2025-May 2026
Cost: $2,700 for members, $3,200 for non-members
Engage with your child in free play, singing, movement, and story time. A variety of materials are carefully chosen to provide toddlers with a developmentally appropriate opportunity to explore. Visits from our Music Educator along with Shabbat blessings and snack, are weekly favorites. Shabbat and Jewish holidays are woven into the curriculum using songs, art materials, and traditional treats. Visits from our Rabbis and Cantor add to this exciting program.
CLICK HERE for Application
Bim Bam
Beginning Fall 2025
For parents or caregivers and children 6-12 months (born between January & June 2025)
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 11:00-11:45am
Semester I: 15 sessions beginning in September 2025
Semester II: 15 sessions beginning in January 2026
Cost: $800 per semester for members, $900 per semester for non-members
Help support your baby’s growth and development through music, movement and play! Class time includes activities and experiences using a variety of materials that support the parent/child relationship, language development, physical coordination, sensory exploration and social interactions. Weekly themes rotate throughout the semester and may include acoustic stimulation (music and sounds), visual stimulation (lights, shadow, and reflections), balance (rolling and rocking), tactile stimulation (textures), and more. Jewish holidays and traditions are woven into the curriculum using songs, games and stories.
CLICK HERE for Application
Big Moves, Big Mess!
Beginning Fall 2025
For parents or caregivers and children 12-24 months (born September 2023-September 2024)
Day/Time: Tuesdays, 9:25-10:15am, beginning in September – Dates announced in August
Cost (non-refundable)*: $550 10-class pack; $300 5-class pack; $45 Single Class (First Visit Only);
Unlimited Semester I Access $800 (Exclusively for Shaaray Tefila Members)
Semester I: 15 sessions beginning in September 2025
Semester II: 15 sessions beginning in January 2026
Dive right in with your child as they learn through experimentation with sensory materials and gross motor activities. Incorporating science, movement, music and art, this 2-in-1 class promotes physical coordination, fine motor skills, language development, problem solving and natural discovery through hands-on exploration. Jewish holidays and traditions are woven into the curriculum using songs, art materials, and stories. Make sure you and your little one dress for mess! Drop in for a class or purchase an all access package.
Registration opens in August. For more information or to express your interest, email Jackie Kristel at jkristel@tstnyc.org.
Chaverim
Beginning Fall 2025
For caregivers and babies 9-14 months (born between July-December 2024)
Day/Time: Thursdays, 11:00-11:45am
Semester I: 15 sessions beginning in September 2025
Semester II: 15 sessions beginning in January 2026
Dates Semester I & II: Full year program, 30 sessions beginning in September 2025
Cost: $900 for members, $1,000 for non-members for one semester; $1,650 for members, $1,900 for non-members for the full year program
Help support your baby’s natural curiosity and growth in a classroom setting in this weekly facilitated playgroup. While exploring different activities with your child, caregivers discuss a variety of topics focused on child development. Class topics and themes include sensory exploration, music’s connection to literacy, cause and effect, physical development/body awareness, supporting language development through play, Jewish holidays, and more.
CLICK HERE for Application
Keshet
Beginning Fall 2025
For caregivers and toddlers 14-20 months (born between January & June 2024)
Day/Time: Thursdays, 9:25am-10:25 am (60 min)
Dates: Weekly sessions from September 2025-May 2026
Cost: $2,700 for members, $3,200 for non-members
Engage with your child in free play, singing, movement, and story time. A variety of materials are carefully chosen to provide toddlers with a developmentally appropriate opportunity to explore. Visits from our Music Educator along with Shabbat blessings and snack, are weekly favorites. Shabbat and Jewish holidays are woven into the curriculum using songs, art materials, and traditional treats. Visits from our Rabbis and Cantor add to this exciting program.
CLICK HERE for Application
Gesher
For children two years of age by December 31, 2025
Day/Time: Tuesdays and Thursday Mornings – Full Year
September – December: 90 minutes
January – June: 2 Hours
Gesher, meaning “bridge” in Hebrew, is a class thoughtfully designed to ease the transition from adult/child classes to traditional nursery school. This program offers interactive classroom experiences while gently fostering independence, working toward a gentle separation during the first half of the school year. Meeting twice a week, Gesher offers a nurturing, warm environment where trust is built, and children are encouraged to explore new materials and activities.
Children acclimate to the school setting by engaging in classroom activities that spark creativity and curiosity, while forming meaningful connections with their peers and teachers. The class also celebrates Shabbat and holidays in an interactive and engaging manner, with activities like circle time, movement, cooking, art, and snack time integrated into the curriculum.
The application for the 2025-2026 year is closed. If you would like more information or to join the waitlist, please contact Sue Yulis.
