OROT Program
7601 Old York Road
Melrose Park, PA 19027
215-935-0020 info@orotkids.org
orotkids.org A special needs initiative in the area
Jewish day schools. In conjunction with
host day schools, OROT personnel set
policy, create and supervise programs,
provide financial support and advocate
for services provided to children with
special needs. OROT and the host day
schools seek to provide the best possible
curriculum, within a supportive and
inclusive environment.

Early Learning is proud to be Keystone
4 Star program, the highest rating in
Pennsylvania. and fundraising activities for the entire
family. Financial assistance available; state
subsidy accepted.

Federation Early Learning Services
Gutman Early Learning Center
Myer and Rosaline Feinstein Campus
10700 Jamison Ave.

Philadelphia, PA 19116
215-676-7550 Fax: 215-676-9498
info@FelsKids.org FELSKids.org
7500 West Ave.

Melrose Park, PA 19027
215-635-5570, ext. 125
Fax: 215-635-8155
Gutman@FelsKids.org Provides state-licensed, NAEYC
accredited and Keystone Stars top ranking
early childhood centers for infants,
toddlers, preschoolers, kindergartners
and elementary school children in six
centers and two public school locations
throughout the Delaware Valley. FELS’
programs have received the highest
attainable ratings by the Commonwealth
of Pennsylvania. Typically, enrollment is
full-time, though part-week enrollment
is available at some locations. Jewish
programming is an integral part of the
curriculum. Parents are viewed as partners
and are encouraged to become actively
involved in their child’s education. Parent
associations organize educational, social
A nationally (NAEYC) accredited,
Keystone STAR 4A credentialed, state
licensed center. The center provides early
childhood education for infants, toddlers,
preschoolers and children transitioning
to kindergarten. The program features
a strong enrichment program which
includes Hebrew lessons, Soccer Shots,
sign language, creative movement and
music and more. Two snacks and lunch
are provided. A summer camp with an
in-ground pool and specialists is open to
the community.

CAMPS & EDUCATION
Jewish Education and Leadership
Development (JELD)
Offers congregational education
directors opportunities to learn new
skills and network around shared issues
through conferences (Yom Limmud),
single-session workshops and multi-part
educational series, webinars, collaborative
cross-congregational working groups
and more. Whole Community Inclusion
Provides workshops, consultation and
resources to support Jewish organizations
to make their educational and community
programs more inclusive of individuals
with special needs and their families.

Kehillah Early Learning Center
Congregation Ohev Shalom
2 Chester Road
Wallingford, PA
610-872-0400 Early-Childhood Education
Early child care and education in the
Jewish community are available through
Federation Early Learning Services.

Other programs are under the auspices
of synagogues or located in synagogues
(operated by private owners) and in Jewish
community centers.

Early Learning at Beth Sholom
8231 Old York Road
Elkins Park, PA 19027
215-887-3625 ext 223
Early Learning at Beth Sholom is an
excellent preschool that provides an array
of infant and toddler care, Traditional
and Montessori options. Special classes
in Music, Gym, Hebrew, Soccer and
Mandarin are offered weekly along with an
exceptional Shabbat program. You are able
to choose the program that works best
for your child in a loving, stimulating and
creative environment, where your child
will grow cognitively and emotionally.

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