Gan Nitzanim
Gan Nitzanim was established in Canada 15 years ago, Gan Nitzanim is one of the first daycares where teaching of Judaism and Hebrew in Hebrew were combined with English in Montessori Casa.
The daycare is managed by a certified teacher, Naomi Zipori. Naomi has more than 30 years of experience both in Israel and Canada.
The daycare emphasizes the teaching of Judaism, Love of Israel and use of fluent Hebrew and English.
Our devoted staff include certified teachers and professional daycare specialists. We strive to deliver quality education in a warm and loving environment. Over the years, hundreds of young student have played and learned in our daycare.
Your children will acquire manners and academic skills that will enable them to fully participate in the society and fulfill themselves emotionally, socially and intellectually. Our goal is to help them develop as much independence as possible, and enhance there self esteem, increase there Hebrew and English vocabulary. The daycare's prepares the children for grade 1 both in English and Hebrew.
The daycare provides a encompassing supportive environment which cultivates a feeling of security and love to the institution in the children
Ages 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 -
| Ages | Capacity | Teachers | |
| 2 1/2 - 3 1/2 | 8 | 2 | These small classes enables individual attention to each child and learning in small groups. |
| 2 1/2 - 3 1/2 | 12 | 2 | |
| 3 1/2 - 6 | 3 classes of 24 | 3 per class |
In all classes from age 3 1/2 and above the day is divided into 1/2 a day Hebrew and 1/2 English.
The Hebrew program includes the following topics:
Hebrew Aleff-Bet
Jewish and Israeli Holidays
Jewish Customs
Jewish Laws
Seasons
Prayer
Parasahat HaSavua
and many other topics as outlined in the full curriculum.
Extracurricular Activity - (For additional fee).
Drama
Dance
Checkmate
Arts (no additional fee) SK Only
Celebrations
All Israeli holidays are celebrate with an abundance of joy. This will serve to engrave in your children there Jewish and Israeli origins, and the children will remember these celebrations for years to come. All parties are carried in the daycare with emphasis on Holiday Symbols, Songs and special foods. The warm and pleasant holiday atmosphere will be carried from the daycare in the children's hart to your home.
In he Chanukah and Graduation parties the Parents are invited and are involved in the preparations.
To facilitate communication between parents and children outside the daycare, once a year we carry a large Picnic that includes singing, games and food. Our daycare is a large family where everyone enjoys being together, and the kids love comming to in the morning.
Hours of operation
Monday to Friday 09:00 - 15:00
Winter hours: - Friday early closing at 14:00
The daycare is closed on all Jewish holidays + Statutory Holidays
Esh Hatora Building 949 Clarke Ave W Thornill
| Intersection | Clark Ave W, West of Bathurst St |
| Address | 949 Clark Ave W Thornhill, ON L4J 8G6 Google Map |
| Mailing Address | 949 Clarke Ave W Thornhill, ON L4J 8G6 |
| Office Phone | 905 764-4811 |
| Fax | 905 764-4829 |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 9:00am-3:00pm |
| Accessibility | Partially Accessible ; Wheelchair Accessible |
| Areas Served | York Region |
| Languages | English ; Hebrew |
| Fees | Fee assistance available; assistance is provided by York Region. |
| Eligibility | Ages: 2.5 year(s) - 5 year(s) |
| Description | Licensed child care centre providing Hebrew language and Jewish Heritage Montessori preschool programs. Ages 2 1/2 to 5 years old. |
| Primary Contact | Naomi Zipori, Supervisor, Gan Nitzanim Nursery, Phone: 905 764-4811, Fax: 905 764-4829 |
| Email: | Neomi@gannitzanim.com |