Agudas Achim Preschool offers a flexible schedule, creative programming, and innovative approaches to teaching Jewish traditions and values. We are unique among early childhood programs in Northern Virginia.  Offerings include:

• Flexibility for parents, with optional after care program with an enrichment component, as well as early drop-off and extended day hours.
• Judaics curriculum centered around holiday observance, Jewish traditions and values, and a wide range of age-appropriate themes.
• Weekly classes introducing Hebrew through songs and games.
• Spacious, well-equipped indoor and outdoor play spaces.
• Small class sizes and experienced, dedicated staff.
• Opportunities for both directed and self-guided learning.
• Nature discovery programs, including planting bulbs, raising seedlings and butterflies, and learning about natural cycles.
• Opportunities for self-expression through weekly classes in music and creative movement.
• Extended, 10-month calendar (September-June).

For additional information and to schedule a tour of the preschool, please contact the Director, Sue Finger at  (703) 998-6072 or via email.  

Preschool Summer Camp

Summer 2010 - Summary of Sessions

The camp will run in three 2-week sessions, as listed below. Each session has its own particular theme.

Session 1: Summer Science - Monday, June 28th – Friday, July 9th

Roses are red,
Violets are blue,
Summer Science is fun,
We'll show you it's true.

From melting crayons on the sidewalk to making bubbles on the playground… There are always so many fun science activities to do when it is hot outside. During this session, your child will enjoy many of these experiments and experiences!

Session 2: Commotion in the Ocean - Monday, July 12th – Friday, July 23rd

So begins the popular children's book (written by Giles Andreae)…
And, summer time is most definitely beach and ocean time!
In this session, children will explore many mysteries of the ocean, 
as well as learning some new fun facts.

Session 3: Books and Cooks - Monday, July 26th – Friday, August 6th

Young children love to experience literature extensions which take place in the kitchen!  
In this session, the children will hear Read-Alouds of books 
which incorporate cooking/baking into their plots.  
Then, the children will enjoy related cooking/baking activities.

Registration Packets are available in the Preschool Office or click here.

Agudas Achim Summer Camp - 703-998-6072

Co-Directors: Debbie Bond and Karen Sitrin

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2010-2011 Registration

It's time to think about preschool for next year.
If you are interested in enrolling your child in the preschool, please call Sue Finger, our Director, at (703) 998-6072 to make an individual appointment for a tour of the school.

•   Download our Preschool Packet.
•   Member registration for the 2010-2011 school year begins in January. 
•   General registration begins in February.

Preschool Kippot

The preschool is now selling kippot with the preschool logo. They come in four different colors - red, blue, purple and white, and make wonderful presents for your children or grandchildren!  Each kippah costs $8.00. Please see Sue Finger in the preschool if you are interested in purchasing one (or more!). Click here for a photo of the styles.

Weekly Challah Orders

Brought to you by Agudas Achim Congregation Preschool  and Great Harvest Bread Company.
You order it by 4:00 pm Wednesday
Your preschooler brings it home on Friday
Your family enjoys it for Shabbat
Order each week, or for the whole year.
Your choice of two sizes. Click here for order form

Pick-up can also be arranged if you do not have a child enrolled in Friday classes.

Agudas Achim Playgroup

Too soon for preschool? Newborns to 2-year-olds and their grownup friends are welcome to join us on Fridays for the Agudas Achim playgroup, when preschool is in session. Hazzan Elisheva Dienstfrey will lead us in song the first Friday of the month. Open to all. Join us in the Chapel and have fun! For information contact Rachel Goldberg,