BJE COMMUNITY
early childhood center
3220 Big Tree Lane, Wilmette IL
Welcome!
Welcome to the Board of Jewish Education's Early Childhood Center in Wilmette (BJE-ECC). Our center provides a stimulating environment where children grow intellectually and socially in a loving Jewish community. We embrace a Reggio-inspired curriculum, in which children are encouraged to explore while teachers provide guidance and direction. This co-constructive approach gives children ownership over their learning, establishing an enduring foundation of confidence and self-sufficiency.
Our philosophy
The Reggio Emilia philosophy is based on recognizing that young children have many ways of expressing themselves. Our teachers tap into children's natural curiosity to actively engage them in learning. Project work, in which teachers and children are involved in interactive, thought-provoking discussions, stimulates children to learn and problem-solve in a group setting. This method of learning respects each individual child’s ideas and is key to involving each child in the larger group experience. This process encourages verbal, artistic, intellectual, and social growth as children learn to solve problems independently and together as a group.
We value :
- Inclusivity: We welcome families of all faiths
- Community: We view parents, families, and our educators as partners.