We Balance Child-Initiated Discovery Play

with Teacher-Facilitated Activities

 

Multifaceted Educational Philosophy:

  • Our approach is based on The Creative Curriculum® philosophy which encourages hands-on, play-based learning responsive to the whole child
  • Teaching Strategies GOLD® assessment, observation, and conferencing components
  • BK-ECC BENCHMARKS were designed to address all developmental areas to guide planning for ages 18 months to 5 years and are used in conjunction with Teaching Strategies GOLD® Objectives for Development & Learning
  • Kindergarten Readiness Program is aligned with MCPS & MSDE Expectations
  • Get Set for School by Handwriting Without Tears® Literacy and Math Curriculum
  • Handwriting Without Tears® Letter Formation Instruction (capital and lowercase) taught in small groups in our literacy lab  

Enriching Environment:

  • Location adjacent to beautiful Rock Creek Park allows for hikes, nature walks and unlimited exploration opportunities just steps from the ECC!
  • Outdoor Environment is an extension of the classroom where learning is encouraged
  • Multicultural music, art and theatrical learning opportunities are provided through a grant by Maryland Arts in Education.

Supportive Community:

  • Our children, families and educators are part of our cohesive and nurturing ECC family.
  • Our Director engages with the children daily and is supportive to staff and families.
  • Our close-knit community allows the children to feel comfortable with all of our staff members and in any room of our ECC facility
  • We respect and welcome children, parents and staff from many different cultures into our ECC family.
  • We have an open door policy

Flexible Scheduling:

  • We offer flexible days and hours to accommodate your family’s scheduling needs
  • Open 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.; CORE hours 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  • YOU CHOOSE: 3, 4 or 5 days M-F for ages 18 mo. - 3 yrs. (Pre-K 5 days only)
  • YOU CHOOSE:  Early Drop, Extended Day, Late Stay for one, two or more days
  • Add on additional hours as needed for Early Drop, Extended Day or Late Stay
  • We are here to accommodate your child’s care and education to your schedule

For more information or to schedule a tour:
Phone: 301-251-0455        
Email: bkeccadmin@tikvatisrael.org   
Ongoing Admissions -- Limited Spaces Available

 

 

 

 

 

 

Broadman-Kaplan Early Childhood Center of Tikvat Israel • 2200 Baltimore Rd. • Rockville, MD 20851
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