What is it?
Noah’s Ark is Congregation Beth Israel’s Pre-school and Early Care and Education program. Noah’s Ark accepts children ages six weeks through age five. Opened in 1985, Noah’s Ark was the first Jewish early childhood program in the Hartford area. Materials and activities are developmentally appropriate for children in all age groups. They are inclusive and open-ended so that every child can participate. In most circumstances, interest or ideas come from the children.
Who is it?
Noah’s Ark started with an enrollment of twelve children, which has since grown to over eighty families. Programs have also expanded to include a 9 AM to 1 PM pre-school component with part-time and full-time options. For several years, staff and parents have worked together to include children with special needs in the program.
Where is it?
Noah’s Ark is located on the lower level of Congregation Beth Israel. This program offers stimulating, spacious classrooms for each age group. Outside is a playground area equipped with a playscape, climber, swings, sandbox, and an area for riding toys with a separate area for toddlers. It also has two indoor gyms. The program also utilizes the Temple’s facilities including the social halls, library, courtyard, and kitchen.
Contact: Leah Bratton, 860-233-8215, gro.tcibcnull@nottarbl.