Tinok

For parents and infants 0-5 months old
Coming in 2023
Cost (non-refundable): $250 10-class pack for Session I; $150 5-class pack for Session I; $35 Single Class

Connect with other parents as you participate in facilitated discussions each week. Feel supported by the guidance and expertise of our staff during this transitional moment as you explore topics like nursing or bottle, to schedule or not to schedule, nutrition, returning to work after leave, sleep, baby products/gear, choosing childcare, and more. Each class includes time for parents to ask questions and share their own personal experiences with members of the group.

Bim Bam

For parents and babies 5-10 months (born between January-June 2023)
Day/Time (Tentative): Thursdays @11:00-11:45am
Semester I: 15 sessions beginning in September 2023
Semester II: 15 sessions beginning in January 2023
Cost: $730 for members, $800 for non-members for one semester

Help support your baby’s growth and development through play as teachers lead parents through activities and experiences using a variety of materials. Special focus is paid to developing the relationship between parents and their children. Class time is spent in guided exploration, tummy time, music and discussion. 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.

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Mini Met

For parents and babies 9-14 months (born between July-December 2022)
Day/Time (Tentative): Fridays @11:00-11:45am
Semester I: 15 sessions beginning in September 2023
Semester II: 15 sessions beginning in January 2023
Dates Semester I & II: Full year program, 30 sessions begining in September 2023
Cost: $730 for members, $800 for non-members for one semester; $1,400 for members, $1,500 for non-members for both semesters

Class is currently at capacity. Please email Sue Yulis to join our waitlist. 

Enjoy playing in a classroom setting at Shaaray Tefila 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.

Alephbet

For parents and toddlers 14-20 months by September 30, 2023 (born between January & June 2022)
Day/Time (Tentative):
Alephbet – Fridays @9:15-10:15am
Dates: Weekly sessions from September 2023-May 2024
Cost: $2,300 for members, $2,800 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. Parent discussions are scheduled monthly with an experienced parent educator. 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.

Class is currently at capacity. Please email Sue Yulis to join our waitlist. 

Keshet

For caregivers and toddlers 14-20 months by September 30, 2023 (born between January & June 2022)
Day/Time (Tentative):
Keshet – Thursdays @9:15-10:15am
Dates: Weekly sessions from September 2023-May 2024
Cost: $2,300 for members, $2,800 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. Caregiver discussions are scheduled monthly with an experienced parent educator. 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.

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Instructions Not Included

For parents of children age 1-3
Coming in Fall 2023
Cost: $45 for members, $55 for non-members, walk-ins welcome (+$10 at the door)

Join us at this monthly discussion for a little wine, a light nosh, and to tackle topics that highlight the joys and challenges of parenting in today’s world.

Bridge Classes 2024-2025

Parents and/or caregivers can join children for the Gesher and Boker “bridge” classes which offer gentle separation for older toddlers.

Learn more on our Nursery School page »