Where children Blossom
The Gan — a boutique early learning center — unites children, teachers, family and community in a positive and constructive experience. Our Jewish values drive the curriculum, environment and school culture. We model and encourage kindness, respect, compassion, confidence and responsibility.
As true to our name, at The Gan — which means “the garden” in Hebrew — a child is viewed as a seed that we nurture with the utmost care. A seed that is most impressionable in its first years, since the seed's every experience will shape and color the quality of its matured self.
Our Philosophy
As the only Jewish preschool in St. Charles County, we are committed to building a strong educational foundation for our children through play, social collaboration, and exploration.
We strongly believe in fostering children’s natural curiosity as a means to inspire learning. Our emergent and experiential curriculum enables our students to draw their own conclusions through exploring and experiencing, which allows them to own their knowledge. Our vibe is gentle and happy, and our noise is the chatter of children’s creativity.
Judaism underscores the uniqueness of every child with the axiom "Educate a child in his or her way" teaching us to educate children according to their individual paths. We recognize that each child has his or her unique needs, interests and passions. Our children are viewed as collaborators: they are competent, curious, inquisitive, unique, and creative.
Our Staff
Two Jewish moms with a dream. . .
Ages & Hours
Ages: 18 months - 5 years old
Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Program Day Options:
Full Week
3-Day Option Upon Request
Extended Day Hours Available, Mon - Thu, Upon Request
Admissions
The Gan welcomes children ages eighteen (18) months through five (5) years of age, regardless of religious affiliation or background. To enroll your child, or to learn more about The Gan, please follow the four step process outlined below.
1. Schedule a Tour
Before submitting an application, we recommend the parent(s) first tour the school and meet with our director.
2. Submit Your Application
After touring the school you will receive the details for our online enrollment.
3. Schedule A Playdate
When a spot becomes available, we will contact you to schedule a playdate with the director in our classroom.
4. Notification of Acceptance
When you are offered a confirmed spot in The Gan, a non-refundable deposit in the amount of one month’s tuition is required in order to reserve that spot.
Questions?
If you have any additional questions about the enrollment process, please don’t hesitate to contact us at [email protected].
