Philosophy
Temple Sinai Community Preschool is a licensed non-profit Jewish school. We offer a caring and engaging learning environment for children ages 10 months – 4 years.
Through play-based learning Temple Sinai Community Preschool strives to provide a happy and supportive environment for children to learn and gain an understanding of the world around them. Our program is based on promoting positive self-esteem, curiosity and creativity. Our goal is to help develop the child’s social, emotional, intellectual and physical capabilities to the fullest.
We recognize that family and a child’s well-being are connected and provide ongoing opportunities to develop this connection. Parent involvement is a crucial part of our philosophy and we know the importance that family brings into the classroom. Parent participation in our program is greatly encouraged and appreciated.
We have a low teacher-student ratio which creates a supportive and engaging environment. Our ratios are: Kiddie Ko-op (toddler) 1:5 and Nursery 1:8.
At Temple Sinai Community Preschool we are dedicated to fostering each child’s love of learning and endeavor to help them reach their fullest potential.
Jewish Philosophy
Fundamental to our program is our Jewish philosophy, where the introduction to and celebration of the Jewish holidays is central. Our philosophy is that of community with the goal of establishing the love for learning and fascination of the holidays while approaching the world in a Jewish way. Being located in Temple Sinai helps strengthen this philosophy as well as the child’s Jewish identity.
Our School
Our beautifully renovated school boasts spacious classrooms, a fully equipped gym, a stimulating discovery room, an engaging library and an exciting new playground!
Our Teachers
Temple Sinai Community Preschool teachers are dedicated and nurturing educators with many years of experience and who pride themselves in fostering positive and memorable experiences. Our teachers are registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators.
Twinkle Tots (10 to 24 months)
Monday, Tuesdays or Thursdays from 9.30 a.m. to 11.00 a.m.
Twinkle Tots is a program designed for a parent/grandparent/caregiver and their child to interact in a safe and stimulating environment. The program includes different creative media, exploration of fine
and gross motor activities and lots of music and play. It is also a special time to meet other parents, grandparents and caregivers, share experiences and make friends for both you and your child.
Kiddie Ko-op (24 months by Dec. 31)
Tuesdays/Thursdays, Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays, or five mornings a week from 9.00 a.m. to 11.30 a.m.
Our Kiddie Ko-op program provides a wonderful and exciting first school experience. While mastering independence the children are nurtured and encouraged as they actively engage in our stimulating
learning environment. Music, exploratory play, art, gym, library and circle time are just a few of the many components of our program. All Jewish holidays and festivals are celebrated and Shabbat is
highlighted each week. In addition, the children will have an opportunity to participate in our many specialties such as: Mad Science, Music with James, Drumming, Dance and Monkeynastix.
Nursery (36 months by Dec. 31)
Five mornings a week
Nursery: 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Nursery Extended Day: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (lunch provided)
Nursery Full Day: 9:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. (lunch provided)
The Nursery program provides a wide variety of experiences which promotes positive self-esteem, curiosity, creativity and a love of learning through play and inquiry. As the children actively engage with other children, objects and their environment they develop social, emotional, cognitive and physical skills. Music, exploratory play, art, gym, library and circle time are just a few of the many components of our program. All Jewish holidays and festivals are celebrated and a special Shabbat is highlighted each week. In addition, the children will have an opportunity to participate in our many specialties such as: Mad Science, Music with James, Drumming, Dance and Monkeynastix.
Temple Sinai Summer Program
An exciting, fun-filled adventure every day! Children are encouraged and supported as they actively engage in many exciting activities which includes;
arts and crafts, outdoor fun, sports and gym, special theme days, music, Monkeynastix, drumming and so much more.
Mini Fun Friends (12 to 24 months by the start of Summer Program)
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9.30 a.m. to 11.00 a.m. Designed for you and your toddler.
Playground Pals (2 years old)
Five mornings a week from 9.00 a.m. to 11.30 p.m. Nutritious snacks provided.
Five days a week from 9.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. Nutritious snacks and lunch provided.
Summer Buddies (3-4 years old)
Five days a week from 9.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. Nutritious snacks and lunch provided.
Five days a week from 9.00 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. Nutritious snacks and lunch provided.
Extend your child’s morning. The children enjoy a nutritious lunch that we provide, before they spend an hour engaging in one of our mini afternoon programs. They can join us on any day, or as many days as you wish.
Some of the fun programs that are offered are: art, Hebrew, baking, science, and literacy. And Sportball is offered on Wednesdays.
Sportball
Sportball introduces children to the fundamental concepts and skills behind eight popular ball sports. They use creative instruction and positive encouragement to engage and encourage the children in successful participation. The age-appropriate activities and skills their programs focus on, promotes the development of gross motor skills, sport skills and social skills. please visit www.sportball.ca.
Wednesdays
16-24 months: 10:15a.m. to 11:00a.m.
2 to 3 years: 11:00a.m. to 12:00p.m.
3 to 4 years: 12:15p.m. to 1:15p.m.
Babies Club @ Temple Sinai
Twinkle Tots 2017
Music with James Funnyhat — For children 0 to 18 months
Mondays: 11:00 – 11:30
Keep the beat as you and your child sing and dance with James.
Sense-sational Tot Shabbat — For children 0 to 24 months
Fridays: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
An interactive adult/child celebration where you and your little one will see, hear, touch, smell and taste Shabbat.
If you have questions about any of our programs or require more information about the registration process, please contact the Education Office at 416.487.3281 or education@templesinai.net.