Our Philososphy

Our Philosopy

Temple Emanuel Nursery School provides a loving supportive environment in which each child learns and grows. A carefully balanced program is provided with the curriculum centering around the needs, interests and abilities of children ages 2 through 5. Each child experiences the Jewish holidays, Shabbat, music, science, cooking, dramatics, storytime, outdoor activities, play and field trips. The group nature of these activities is oriented towards helping the child develop social and interpersonal skills. The classroom becomes the center in which the children learn about themselves and the world around them.

Our Objectives
Our objectives are to:

• foster a positive self-image
• encourage independence and self-direction
• enhance creativity
• encourage curiosity and a desire to discover
• refine physical skills
• develop communication and socialization skills

Our staff is sensitive to the individual strengths and needs of each child and works toward these objectives by providing an atmosphere for children where they are encouraged to freely observe, question and discover -- a climate in which each child may develop autonomy and a positive self-image and where what he/she does has value and significance.

Family participation is an integral part of our school program. Parents are encouraged to share in their child's classroom and school activities. The PTA offers families a way to meet one another and participate in the planning of the programs. We invite parents to become partners with us in providing their children with a wholesome, enriching, and enjoyable experience at Temple Emanuel Nursery School.

Programs
Temple Emanuel Nursery School offers

• a certified, professional staff
• programs for toddlers, three and four year olds, as well as a transitional kindergarten
• integrated Judaic program
• music and movement specialists
• in-school enrichment programs
• early drop-off, lunch bunch, and extended day
• a summer program
• parent participation in classroom and PTA activities

Hours

Schedule a Visit: See for Yourself

Nothing takes the place of a personal visit. You can then see for yourself the warm sense of community that is the hallmark of the Temple Emanuel Nursery School.

If you would like more information or want to apply to one of our programs, we welcome you to come and visit. Call our director, Carol Mersky, at 617-558-8130, to schedule a mutually convenient time when you can come to the Selma and Julian Rickles Early Childhood Center at Temple Emanuel. You will meet our staff and observe the programs that will nurture your child and begin their journey into the world of school and community.

At the time of your visit, you will receive an application form and other detailed information.

We look forward to welcoming you to Temple Emanuel.