Gan Torah Preschool is an early childhood program in Mountain View that provides hands-on early education with a focus on Jewish themes and culture, serving children beginning at 18 months through pre-kindergarten. It is operated as a project of the Chabad Jewish Center of Mountain View.
Gan Torah Preschool offers early childhood education for young children beginning at 18 months through pre-kindergarten. The program emphasizes Jewish culture and traditions alongside general early-learning activities.
The program uses a hands-on curriculum that combines structured and unstructured activities, learning centers, and group meetings to support social, emotional, cognitive and physical development. Daily components described include morning meeting with songs in English and Hebrew, classroom learning conversations, outdoor play and designated center times for art, fine motor work, manipulatives and sensory activities.
Classroom and outdoor play spaces are used for gross-motor play and group games; the site references a sandbox, slides and tricycles among outdoor equipment. Meals are provided: two snacks and a hot lunch daily, with an additional snack during aftercare. The program also runs seasonal offerings including a summer program and a winter camp.
Teaching staff (referred to as morahs) are described as guiding classroom activity and supporting individual development. The site also hosts Yossi's Children's Library at the Gan Torah location, offering memberships and Jewish children's media for families.
A day camp program for school-age children (daily trips and activities are included).
Each class features a curriculum designed for age-appropriate practice and skill building.
Each class features a curriculum designed for age-appropriate practice and skill building.
Each class features a curriculum designed for age-appropriate practice and skill building.
A summer preschool program that includes daily activities, enrichment and meals.
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A winter preschool program with sensory, art, science, music and baking activities.
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