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Baer Family Early Childhood Learning Center

A David Posnack JCC Preschool

at Temple Bat Yam conveniently located in Fort Lauderdale

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The Baer Family Early Childhood Learning Center, a David Posnack JCC Preschool located at Temple Bat Yam, has amenities that are unsurpassed by other preschools. Our educational and recreational facilities include: classrooms equipped with developmentally appropriate materials, the state-of-the-art, age appropriate outdoor playgrounds, technology activities and a kids’ kitchen. Licensed, certified, professional faculty use the JCCA Sheva framework of Jewish values as a guiding principle for curriculum development. Our security systems and procedures put parents’ minds at ease.

For questions or more information contact Beth Hickman:
954-351-5544 or bhickman@dpjcc.org 
To schedule a tour, please complete this form

       Schedule a Tour    

Once you’ve scheduled your tour, contact BAER Preschool and we will send you the information needed to complete the registration process.

School fills up quickly! 
It's never too early to reserve your child's place in our award-winning preschool.    

Partner with us to give your child a head start on their educational journey. 

Does your child love learning? Sign them up for the BAER Early Childhood Learning Center!
Our state-of-the-art facilities and experienced teachers provide an unforgettable experience for young learners.

  Baer Family is offering our David Posnack JCC After-School program.

Our after-school program complies with all Broward County
Child-Care Licensing rules & requirements. 
After-School runs from 2:00-6:00pm every day that Broward County Public Schools is in session.

Testimonials

My name is Brittany Reese. As children, my brother, sister and I all loved going to preschool at the David Posnack JCC, so I was very excited that I was able to enroll my son Jace in the preschool program. Jace was nervous before his first few days of school, but the JCC staff made him feel comfortable every day. He is now in the 2-year-old program and is excited about going to school every morning - even on the weekends! The staff is remarkable, and I am so happy to have chosen the JCC for my son. I love the J!


Looking for a quality preschool for your little one? Look no further!
The Baer Family Early Childhood Learning Center, a David Posnack JCC Preschool, has top notch, certified, professional faculty. Our amenities are unsurpassed by other preschools. Our programs provide an educational, safe, and nurturing environment that aims to enrich the lives of your child and encourage them to thrive & excel. Learn more about us. 

 

EDUCATION: Sensory and skill-based, child-centered learning experiences • STEM and technology activities • Kids’ Kitchen • Butterfly & succulent gardens • Occupational and speech/language pathologists are available

PHYSICAL EDUCATION: Gross motor skills development • Music • Karate, gymnastics, creative movement and yoga • Two developmentally appropriate playgrounds

JEWISH EDUCATION: Sheva – JCCA’s early childhood learning framework rooted in Jewish tradition and culture • Weekly Shabbat • Holiday celebrations • Judaica activities

INFANTS
Ages 2-12 months by September 1, 2024

  • Year-round program
  • Developmentally appropriate curriculum includes music, water play, indoor and outdoor play, storytelling and arts and crafts
  • Children are grouped by development and mobility
  • Infant maximum ratio – 1 adult - to - 4 children
  • Infant Program offers a safe and loving environment for your child
  • View the 2026-2027 Early Childhood Brochure for school times & prices.

TODDLERS
Child must be 13-24 months by September 1, 2024

  • Year-round program
  • Developmentally appropriate curriculum includes music, water play, indoor and outdoor play, storytelling and arts and crafts
  • Toddlers learn beginning social skills and educational concepts, offering a wonderful preschool experience.
  • Toddler maximum ratio - 1 adult: 5 toddlers
  • View the 2026-2027 Early Childhood Brochure for school times & prices.

TWO-YEAR-OLD PROGRAM
Child must be 2 years old by September 1, 2024

  • 10 month program: separate registration required for summer and mini camps
  • This program encourages independence and introduces children to a child-centered school environment
  • Students learn through sensory exploration in an environment that encourages individual growth and abilities.
  • Developmentally appropriate curriculum includes early literacy, language skills, circle time, STEM, music, drama, arts & crafts, fine/gross motor skills and Judaica activities
  • View the 2026-2027 Early Childhood Brochure for school times & prices.

THREE-YEAR-OLD PROGRAM
Child must be 3 years old by September 1, 2024 and must be toilet trained.

  • 10 month program: separate registration required for summer and mini camps
  • This program encourages independence and introduces children to a child-centered school environment.
  • Students learn through sensory exploration in an environment that encourages individual growth and abilities.
  • Developmentally appropriate curriculum includes early literacy, language skills, circle time, STEM, music, drama, arts & crafts, fine/gross motor skills and Judaica activities
  • View the 2026-2027 Early Childhood Brochure for school times & prices.

PRE-KINDERGARTEN

We offer the Florida State sponsored Voluntary Pre-K Program (VPK). 

Child must be 4 years old by September 1, 2024 and must be toilet trained (no exceptions).

  • 10 month program: separate registration required for summer and mini camps
  • Developmentally appropriate curriculum includes early literacy, language skills, circle time, STEM, music, drama, arts & crafts, fine/gross motor skills and Judaica activities
  • View the 2026-2027 Early Childhood Brochure for school times & prices.
The Baer Family Early Childhood Learning Center is located at Temple Bat Yam in Fort Lauderdale.
 5151 NE 14th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334  
Ph:  954-351-5544