early childhood

There is no happier place than our Early Childhood Center. From six weeks to PreK, our children develop a positive self-concept, a joy for learning, and the ability to work well with others.

The Sabes JCC Early Childhood Center is an exceptional place for childcare or enrichment.

Summer at the ECC
(Ages six weeks through Pre-K)

May 31–August 26

The Sabes JCC Early Childhood Center is an exceptional place for your child to spend their summer days! Through developmentally appropriate programming, children get the opportunity to explore with water, music, nature, movement, crafts, and much more! Programming is implemented through hands-on experiences giving each child a positive self-concept, a joy for learning, and the ability to work and play well with others.

Applications will be available February 1, 2016. If you would like an application sent to you or to schedule a tour of our center please contact Erin Striker, ECC Director of Programming at [email protected]. or call (952) 381-3441.

Camp Gesher
(entering kindergarten fall 2016)

May 31–June 17

Do you need a camp that will help your child make the transition from PreK to summer camp? Gesher (BRIDGE in Hebrew) will help transition your Pre-K graduate to new adventures happy and full of confidence. Camp Gesher will provide a variety of fun camp-style activities including singing and stories, sports, water play, arts and crafts, and celebrating Shabbat...the perfect bridge to the end of the ECC school year and the beginning of the Sabes JCC’s Camp Olami. SPACE IS LIMITED.

Camp Gesher Schedule and Enrollment Options:

Fulltime: Monday through Thursday 7 am–6 pm & Friday 7 am–5:30 pm

Half Day: Monday through Friday 9 am–12:45 pm

Full Day Camp Fees: (G) $1,050, (M) $900
Half Day Camp Fees: (G) $550, (M) $450

For registration information or questions, please contact Elizabeth Affias, ECC Director of Administration at [email protected]. or 952-381-3435.

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Camp Curiosity
(ages 3–5)

August 29–September 2

The JCC and Science Explorers come together to provide this unique opportunity for children to get a chance to explore, create, and imagine during this week long camp offered for children 3-5. This camp will utilize preschool age children’s natural curiosity to discover through daily hands-on projects and experiences. Children registering for this program must be able to toilet themselves.

Camp Curiosity Schedule and Enrollment Option:

Half Day: Monday through Friday 9 am–12:45 pm

Camp Fee: (G) $250, (M) $200

For registration information or questions, please contact Elizabeth Affias, ECC Director of Administration at [email protected]. or 952-381-3435.

Click here to register for CAMP CURIOSITY