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Based on a forward-thinking and constantly evolving – yet deep rooted educational philosophy – the Barbara & Jack Kay Early Childhood Learning Center focuses on welcoming children and their families into a quality educational experience based on Jewish values. Children are encouraged to develop as individuals as well as members of the Jewish community.

Spaces and environments are filled with intent; each is purposely designed to provoke wonder, curiosity, intellectual engagement and creativity with endless possibilities.

Children are given essential opportunities at a young age to develop life skills, such as focus and self-control, communication and critical thinking. Even at the earliest age, they are viewed as competent, curious, capable, natural learners who are full of potential.

Teachers and children have ongoing interaction in a space where the curriculum combines the children’s ideas, wonders and interests with the faculty’s professional knowledge of child development.

Learn more about our core elements and our faculty.


For more information, to register or to schedule a tour, call us at 561-712-5252 or email earlychildhoodpbg@JCConline.com.



Barbara & Jack Kay Early Childhood Learning Center

Barbara & Jack Kay Early Childhood Learning Center

Registration is open for the 2022/2023 school year. We offer programs for infants through VPK. Our learning framework, community garden, ongoing parent communication, and integration of music, physical education, and Jewish celebration are just a few of the elements that separate us from other preschools. Come tour our facility and find out why we are considered a school of excellence.

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JSwim

JSwim

Our Aquatics program offers Baby & Me swim classes, swim lessons for your little ones, Water Safety courses such as Lifeguarding, swim team, and more! The George Rothman Aquatics Center features a pool with four lap lanes as well as a three-foot-deep 'learn to swim' area for swim lessons, water aerobics, and sports. Come make a splash with us!

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Beyond the Bell

Beyond the Bell

Welcome to Palm Beach County's premiere afterschool program! With supervised homework, Judaic activities, swimming, sports, cooking, art, fitness, go-karts and more, your kids will be begging to stay after school!

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Gift Shop

Gift Shop

Shop for your Jewish traditions from the comfort of your home! We have partnered with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History Museum Store and you can help support the Mandel JCC by shopping for everything you need for special holidays. In addition to their great year-round inventory, you can even create a Wedding Registry! All proceeds large or small, will make a difference in supporting the Mandel JCC of the Palm Beaches.

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