Early Childhood Center
About the Early childhood Center
We believe that all children at the Temple Beth-El's Early Childhood Center benefit from a warm, supportive environment that includes opportunities for children to grow & develop emotionally, socially, cognitively & physically through a variety of experiences. Children at our ECC are surrounded by loving & experienced early childhood educators who are committed to excellence and exposing children to age-appropriate activities. Our approach is designed to embrace the natural curiosity of the child. The primary goal of our program is to provide a sound learning environment that will help each child reach their fullest potential.
At the Temple Beth-El Early Childhood Center we often use a project approach, expanding into themes that come directly from the children’s expressed interest. Throughout the month, a Judaic & secular thematic approach to programming is incorporated into the curriculum. We recognize that our children’s growing awareness of their Jewish identity is an integral part of their personal development, and therefore, we provide numerous, age appropriate developmental Jewish experiences. These are related to the celebration of Shabbat, holidays & everyday life practices.
Have questions? Contact the ECC Directly at 727-350-5885
"my favorite part about coming to school is our classroom!"
- Jaxon, VPK Alumni 2015
Enrollment Information
Enrollment space is limited! To begin your child's placement in one of our Early Childhood Center classes please contact us about availability. There are forms that will need to be completed as well as a non-refundable registration fee even to be added to the waitlist. Please contact Tara our ECC Director at (727) 347-6136. We are unable to accept walk-in appointments but would be happy to schedule a time for you and your family to have a tour of the campus and meet the staff.
"my friends are my favorite part of school!"
-Piper, 2's Class
VPK
School doesn't start in kindergarten anymore! The Early Childhood Center at Temple Beth-El offers a state-of-the-art program with special features. A comprehensive, literacy-based curriculum incorporating "Doors To Discovery", "Creative Curriculum", which is a developmentally appropriate practice for quality preschools recognized by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, theme related Jewish activities, low child-to-teacher ratio, engaging enrichments such as yoga, gymnastics and music and the same warmth, caring & nurturing experiences to which your child has (or will) become accustomed to at Temple Beth-El all within 540 instructional hours.
Available to ALL children who turn 4 on or before September 1st, residing in Florida
It's easy as 1, 2, 3...
1. Visit www.vpkpinellas.net and complete the online application. You may also call VPK Pinellas at 727-400-4411 for technical assistance.
2. Make sure all required documents are uploaded.
3. Visit Temple Beth-El to formally enroll and present your Certificate of Eligibility (which will be emailed to you once you complete the VPK Pinellas registration process online)
"School is my favorite because of challah on shabbat! and paint!"
- Caroline & Tazia, 3's Room
Mon, June 30 2025
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JulJuly 4 , 2025Early Oneg & Erev Shabbat Services
Friday, Jul 4th 5:30p to 7:15p
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JulJuly 8 , 2025Bereavement Group
Tuesday, Jul 8th 2:00p to 3:00p
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JulJuly 11 , 2025Early Oneg & Erev Shabbat Services
Friday, Jul 11th 5:30p to 7:15p
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JulJuly 16 , 2025Executive Board Meeting
Wednesday, Jul 16th 5:00p to 6:00p
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Wednesday ,
JulJuly 16 , 2025Board Meeting
Wednesday, Jul 16th 6:15p to 8:00p
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Friday ,
JulJuly 18 , 2025Early Oneg & Erev Shabbat Services
Friday, Jul 18th 5:30p to 7:15p
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JulJuly 23 , 2025Book Club
Wednesday, Jul 23rd 10:45a to 12:15p
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