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Sonoma Family Life Magazine

740 Western Ave
Petaluma, CA 94952

Play-based emergent curriculum

Gan Israel has a play-based curriculum based on the child's interest. Teachers scaffold and build on the areas of interest with an emergent curriculum that is engaging and developmentally appropriate.

The goal is to create lifelong learners who independently seek out opportunities to grow and discover. The teachers connect with the children through positive and nurturing interactions, creating opportunities for social and emotional development and self regulation.

We are an inclusive program and accept students of all faiths, any race, color, and national or ethnic origin. We present an activity-oriented program which incorporates Jewish teachings and cultural traditions into its environment and fosters those values in children through play-based activities, art projects, stories and songs.

As part of the Jewish Center, families are invited to connect and participate in social events to build a sense of community and support.


Ages 2-5+
Full or Part Time
9am-1pm or 8:30am-4pm • M-F

We are open to all faiths

Now Enrolling for Fall

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