Preschool
Olam Tikvah Preschool (OTPS) is a private, Jewish preschool for children ages two-five (Pre-K). Established in 1973, we have a play-based curriculum designed to encourage independence, enhance social skills, and develop problem solving abilities. Along with colors, shapes, numbers and letters, the children are also introduced to Jewish holidays, family relationships, nutrition, and seasons. The children have a garden where they grow vegetables that they enjoy at snack time. Our lead teachers have an average tenure of seventeen years and our assistant teachers are quickly catching up. We offer this and so much more.
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!
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Playground Beautification Fundraiser
OTPS' thriving play-based environment is enhanced by our playground, which is available to and used by the larger Olam Tikvah community. Over time, the equipment was loved and used to the point that it needed to be replaced. Help OTPS reach our goal of replenishing the funds used to purchase our new playground equipment by donating and participate in the creation of our new playground mural.
Donate and Register Here
Summer Camp 2023
OTPS Camp for Ages 3-5
Monday-Friday, 9:00am-1:00pm
Summer Camp Brochure | Download the application
Our program offers a morning of art, science, math, STEM activities, games, songs, snacks, stories, exercise, playtime, garden fun, and water activities in our warm, loving preschool environment.
Rates: $275/week ($225/week early bird registration before February 15, 2023)
Camp Sessions
Week 1: June 5-9
Week 2: June 12-16
Week 3: June 20-23 (closed June 19)
Week 4: June 26-30
Week 5: July 3-7 (closed July 4)
Week 6: July 30-August 4
Week 7: August 7-11
Week 8: August 14-18
For more information, contact Preschool Director, Cindi Drake, at 703-425-1886 or preschool@olamtikvah.org.
MoEd Fairfax Preschool Camp for Ages 3-5
Monday-Friday, 1:00-3:00pm or 1:00-5:00pm
Summer Camp Flyer | Register here
Enjoy Preschool Summer Camp the Israeli Way with MoEd Fairfax! Afternoons will include water play, crafts, sports, cooking and baking and a Kabbalat Shabbat party each Friday! For more information contact MoEd Fairfax Director, Ilisa St. Pierre at ilisa@moedcommunity.org.
Rates
1:00-5:00pm $250/week
1:00-3:00pm $150/week
Camp Sessions
Week 1: June 5-9
Week 2: June 12-16
Week 3: June 20-23 (closed June 19)
Week 4: June 26-30
2022-23 School Year
OTPS is a child-centered, play-based preschool welcoming all children ages 2-5. We offer a warm, inclusive environment led by teachers with an average tenure of 17 years.
Our core day is from 9:00 am-1:00 pm. We offer a three or five day program for 2 and 3 year olds and five days for our pre-k children.
Additionally, from 1:00 pm-3:00 pm we offer a Nap N Nosh program for our younger children and an enrichment program for non-nappers.
For more information contact: Cindi Drake, Preschool Director at (703) 425-1886 or preschool@olamtikvah.org.
Family Programs
Baby & Me Playgroup, Thursdays, 9:00–10:00am. 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.
