Preschool
Olam Tikvah Preschool (OTPS) is a private, cooperative-style Jewish preschool for children aged 20 months to Pre-K. Established in 1973, we provide a wide variety of learning experiences that include structured learning, circle time, music, sensory experiences, stories, and snack time. The curriculum at OT is presented to the children through ongoing topics such as Jewish holidays, positive self-concepts, family relationships, seasons, nutrition, colors, and numbers.
OTPS offers discounts for synagogue members. To learn more about OTPS, or to schedule a tour or obtain an application, please contact the Preschool Director at preschool@olamtikvah.org or (703) 425-1886. We look forward to welcoming you and your child into the OTPS family!
Reading with the Rabbi
Teva Time
Kabbalat Shabbat
Program Highlights
- Warm, nurturing Jewish environment for children ages 20 months to Pre-K
- Weekly fitness and music classes
- Child tended vegetable and flower garden
- Creative cooking in our newly renovated kitchen
- Excellent teachers with many years of experience
- Playground
- Teva Time *(see below) when we explore the wooded area and the creek near the school
- Offering Fun 'N Nosh lunch and enrichment classes and aftercare until 3:00pm
Family Programs
Baby & Me Playgroup, Thursdays, 9:30–11:00am. Connect with other Jewish families at this free, informal gathering, where we play, share a snack, and attend a music class. Parents, grandparents, and/or caregivers bring children ages 0-3. You do not need to be an Olam Tikvah Preschool family to attend. For more information, please contact the Preschool Director.
After School Care. Olam Tikvah Preschool is pleased to offer After School Care from 1:00-3:00pm, Monday through Fridays, beginning in September. In order to ensure that we have adequate staff and supplies we would appreciate it if you would sign up sooner rather than later! Contact the Preschool Director if you have any questions.
Summer Camp
Olam Tikvah Preschool is excited to offer summer camp for children ages 3-5! Our program offers a morning of arts and crafts, songs, snacks, stories, exercise, playtime, garden fun and water activities. There are 3 or 5 day options available. Hours: 9:00am-1:00pm. For more information, please contact Jennifer Gorowitz or call the Preschool at (703) 425-1886. Click here to see our 2020 summer camp brochure. Click here to download the application.
Contact
Email: preschool@olamtikvah.org
Phone: (703) 425-1886
*Teva Time provides important time in nature for our students. Studies show the benefits of nature play:
Stronger children
Less classroom conflicts
Better attention spans
Sick less often
Enriches language development
Better imagination
Builds confidence
More physically active
More cooperation
Develops problem solving skills
Less near-sightedness (myopia)
Improves pretend play
Better communication skills
Smarter and happier
Less stressed
Better balance and general coordination
