Early Childhood Center at The J

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The J's Early Childhood Center is committed to providing quality care and education that embraces the development of children's minds, bodies and souls. We stimulate the minds of young children through innovative and individualized curriculum, implemented by a well-trained staff in a safe, nurturing and developmentally appropriate environment. One hundred percent of our Pre-K graduates are prepared for kindergarten as measured by a state developmental checklist. The Early Childhood Center at the J provides year-round care for children ages six weeks to 5 years, Monday-Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Full time, part time and combination schedules are available. J Day Camps are included during the summer months at no extra cost.

Two locations give parents in both the Creve Coeur and Chesterfield areas easy access to our program, and our children enjoy the benefits of all the J's facilities - including year-round swimming and physical education classes. The J also offers The J's Family Center, which provides a warm, nurturing environment for families to meet, make friends and grow together. We are one of very few Jewish parenting centers in the St. Louis community and our programs are open to people of all faiths as well as to J members and the public.

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Things to Do

Toddler Tuesday at the World Chess Hall of Fame

Toddlers and their caregivers are encouraged to experiment with toys and activities that develop motor skills, build language, and support socialization.

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Water Art

In this free art workshop, kids will learn to use water to create something beautiful.

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Free Chess Lessens for all Ages at Apotheosis Comics

Tuesday, April 23, 2019

Apotheosis Comics has teamed up with the St. Louis Chess Club to offer free chess lessons for all ages every Tuesday evening. All levels of experience are welcome.

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Museum Babies Storytelling

Bring your babies and toddlers to this new, free story time at the Missouri History Museum.

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Tuesday Tails

Visit the Animal Protective Association (APA) of Missouri for a free story time for preschoolers and help foster their love of animals.

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