Giving Children a Strong Start

Jewish Day Nursery Early Childhood Education Center (JDN) provides exceptional, full-day, year-round programming for children ages six weeks to five years. Recognized with the prestigious Gold Medal rating—the highest distinction in Ohio’s Step Up to Quality program—JDN exemplifies educational excellence at every level.

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216.320.8489 
appels@bellefairejcb.org
PassoverA Nurturing Foundation for Learning

Rooted in Jewish education and welcoming children of all faiths, cultures and backgrounds, JDN provides nurturing early childhood education from six weeks through 5 years old. Our program supports each child’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development while building academic readiness, confidence, self-regulation, creativity,and a genuine love of learning.

Highly skilled educators provide attentive, responsive care in an environment where children feel safe, supported and encouraged to explore. Through rich learning experiences and meaningful relationships, children build a strong foundation for continued growth and discovery.

Building Social and Emotional Skills

JDN uses Conscious Discipline, an evidence-based approach that helps children develop social and emotional skills in a positive, supportive environment. Through consistent routines, classroom rituals and caring interactions, teachers help children learn to manage big feelings, solve problems, cooperate, and build healthy relationships.                                                                           

Early Childhood Mental Health Support

For children who need additional support, JDN provides early childhood mental health services for children and families. Services may include developmental and behavioral assessments, referrals, counseling and individualized support.

Our director, Suzanne Appel, LISW-S, ECMHC, OIMHP-3, also provides coaching and training to JDN educators, giving teachers practical strategies to support children’s social and emotional development in the classroom. This collaborative approach helps ensure consistent, responsive support throughout the child’s day.

Jewish Education, Open to Everyone

JDN Early Childhood Education Center is rooted in Jewish education and welcomes children and families of all faiths, cultures, and backgrounds. Children learn about Jewish holidays, traditions, values, and the meaning behind them while also having opportunities to share and celebrate traditions from their own families and cultures. This creates a rich, inclusive environment where children develop curiosity, respect, empathy, and an appreciation for the diverse community around them.

The JDN Experience

JDN offers a rich learning experience for all enrolled children.  Literacy, foundational math, and physical development are woven throughout the curriculum, with enrichment in music, art, and natural science.

Preparing children  for kindergarten and a lifetime of learning is central to our approach. Through social play, exploration, and hands-on activities, children build the academic, social, and self-regulation skills they need for a successful transition to kindergarten.

Our teachers bring specialized education and extensive experience in early childhood development. Small classroom ratios allow educators to provide individualized attention and build strong, trusting relationships.

JDN teachers hold associate’s, bachelor’s or master’s degrees in early childhood education or a related field. We have staff who speak Russian and Spanish for children who speak English as a second language. 

JDN's diverse school community helps children develop respect and appreciation for different cultures.

Small classroom ratios allow educators to provide individualized attention and build strong, trusting relationships.

Jewish life and learning are woven throughout the JDN experience. Children explore Jewish holidays, traditions, stories, and values in developmentally meaningful ways, with special traditions such as Shabbat celebrated each Friday afternoon.

JDN welcomes families of all faiths, cultures, and backgrounds, and children and families are encouraged to share their own traditions and celebrations. This creates opportunities for children to learn from one another while developing curiosity, respect, and a sense of community.

Getting Started at JDN

Getting started at JDN is a simple, personalized process designed to help families get to know our program and prepare their child for a successful transition.

Schedule a Tour
Visit JDN to explore our classrooms, meet our team, and learn more about our approach to early childhood education.

Reserve Your Child’s Spot
A non-refundable $1,050 deposit is required to reserve your child’s enrollment. Of this amount, $1,000 is applied to the first month’s tuition and $50 is the registration fee.

Complete Enrollment Forms
Families complete the required enrollment paperwork, including a developmental history, medical statement, and other admission documents. All paperwork is due to the Director by your child’s first transition day.

Plan for a Smooth Transition
Before your child’s first full day, one or more visits with their teacher may be scheduled to help them become familiar with the classroom, teacher, and daily routine.

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