ECC Program Options

Preschool Program Options

Welcome to the Bender JCC Early Childhood Center! For the 2025-2026 school year, we are offering 10-month and 12-month program options for children 12 months old through 5 years old. Our core school day is from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM with aftercare from 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.

Enrollment will open for returning families and Bender JCC members on January 29.
General enrollment will open on February 5.

Tuition for 2025-2026 School Year

Age by 9/1/2025	10-Month Annual Tuition	12-Month Annual Tuition
Toddler program (12-24 months)	n/a	$27,744
2 Year Old Program (2-3 years)	$22,150	$26,580
3 Year Old Program (3-4 years)	$20,700	$24,840
4 Year Old Program (4-5 years)	$20,700	$24,840

After Care: $3,300 annual fee

STEPS TO REGISTER

Steps to register

1. Read through the updated parent handbook and health/safety addendum here (updated).

2. Apply here Please click here to view the enrollment guide.

3. Apply for Financial Aid here.

4. After registering your child, please submit medical forms by July 1, 2025 for the new school year. Submit your child’s updated medical and immunization records by emailing them to the preschool here.

Summer Program Information

Children in the 10-month program are invited to join our fun summer program in 2024. Instructional swim may be included for the children enrolled in the 3-and 4-year old programs. Free swim is part of the program every day for all children. Information about summer enrollment, dates, and tuition coming soon!

Enrichments & School Out Days

Holiday Care

For students enrolled in the Bender Early Childhood Center, we offer Holiday Care on most Jewish holidays when the preschool is closed, but the Bender JCC building is open. Space is limited. Registration for Spring Break holiday care will open in February.