Early Childhood Center

Mandel JCC’s Early Childhood Center offers year-round programs for children ages 8 weeks old through Pre-Kindergarten. For more than 50 years, we have been committed to offering an exceptional child care and preschool curriculum and experience, as evident by our Step-Up-To Quality Gold Award designation from the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services tiered quality ratings and improvements system.

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Young Family Programing

Join The J for interactive programs that are perfect for parents, grandparents and caregivers of young children. Our hands-on events and classes spark interest, engage minds and explore Jewish traditions, culture and values. Enroll in swim lessons or get active at our seasonal family gym times.

Parenting Programs and Support

There’s no better way to build community and feel supported in your parenting journey than connecting with others. The J’s early childhood team brings professionals together with families and caregivers for programs such as Village Voices parent discussion group. 

We believe Early Childhood education is more than just preparing children for future success in school.

It is about honoring the process of childhood, holding sacred space for it and supporting every child in realizing their potential.

Featured Classes

Early Childhood

Sunbeams Song and Movement - July 2025

07/07/2025 - 07/21/2025

A child and caregiver class that builds developmental skills and enhances curiosity.

Join Morah Maria Hanley and Morah Dana Saltzman for this class for children 0 - 5 years old that is designed to help children build language, motor, and social skills, enhance curiosity and creativity, and help them learn the conventions of playing at school and being part of a group.

Contact Early Childhood and Young Families Leadership 

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