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About Us
Our Schtick
We're all about kids! Childrenz Center is an independent non-profit Jewish preschool located inside North Shore Congregation Israel. Childrenz Center is a DCFS-licensed preschool for children from 16 months until kindergarten, where play, music and art provide paths to learning, independence and self-confidence. We offer a comfortable, secure and nurturing environment that fosters each child's emotional, social, physical and cognitive development.
Childrenz Center is a full-service preschool. Our curriculum includes Momz ‘n Totz classes through pre-kindergarten classes. Days are filled with art, stories, music, play and motor activities. Along the way, children are also introduced to Jewish holidays, traditions and songs, with weekly Shabbat celebrations.
Childrenz Center is a small school with a family feel, yet large enough to offer a broad spectrum of programming including preschool, summer camp and enrichment programs.
Childrenz Center is affiliated with the Community Foundation for Jewish Education, and a member of the North Shore Nursery School Director's Council and The Early Childhood Educators of Reform Judaism. Our professional staff is degreed, experienced and stable from year-to-year.
Come learn and play with us! Call (847) 702-5172 to speak with Childrenz Center Director Paula Davis.
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Our Vision
Mission Statement
Our professional staff will foster growth and development through a hands-on experience that encourages play, awareness of the world around us, and appreciation of Judaic culture.
Our Philosophy is Simple
Our goal is to provide a nurturing and secure environment that promotes healthy, social-emotional, physical, intellectual and Judaic development of the young child. Consistency and structure, coupled with open communication, creates the best possible environment for your child. We are committed to supporting families and serving as a resource to them all.
Our Directors
Paula Davis,
Director, Co-Founder
Paula Davis, has a degree in education and over 25 years of teaching and directorship experience. All teachers at Childrenz Center are degreed and meet all state requirements for Early Childhood educators. The average teaching experience of our professional staff is 15 years.
Jodi Max
Associate Director, Co-Founder,
Head Teacher
Jodi Max holds degrees in Special Education/Early Childhood Education and over 30 years of teaching experience.