About the Preschool
The Bill and Sid Rubin Preschool is for children 18 months to five years of age and is open to the community. Synagogue membership is not required. It offers the very best in early childhood education providing a program rich in Jewish culture, tradition and values. The program accommodates approximately 100 students, with two-, three- and five-day programs as well as child care before and after classes. For more information, contact the Preschool Office at 858-535-1144 ext. 3120.

Congregation Beth Israel first demonstrated its commitment to early childhood education when it established the Sid Rubin Preschool in 1977. We are now recognized nationally as a leader in early Jewish education. We provide an environment that helps children successfully separate from home and transfer trust from family to school. This is accomplished with nurturing love and attention to the developmental needs of very young children in a program rich in Jewish culture, tradition and values.

2011-2012 Preschool Enrollment
To receive an enrollment application by mail, contact the Preschool Office at 858-535-1144 ext. 3120, or you may download it here.  The 2011-2012 school year begins September 8, 2011 and ends June 6, 2012. In addition to regular two-, three-, and five-day Preschool programs for children 18 months to 5 years, we offer Junior Kindergarten (for the gift of an extra year before kindergarten) and BITTS (Beth Israel Toddler Transitions).

The Bill and Sid Rubin Preschool operates on a traditional school calendar. We are closed for Winter and Spring Breaks as well as Jewish and legal holidays when the temple is closed. The 2011-2012 school calendar can be viewed here

BITTS (Beth Israel Toddler Transitions) 
Our Toddler Transition class provides first experiences in group play for children 18-30 months. Parents participate in activities with their child and gradually, over a period of several months, separate from the child. BITTS meets on Thursday mornings from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. BITTS includes Songbirds Music time with Diana Davidson as well. For more information, please contact the Preschool Office at 858-535-1144 ext. 3120.

Bill & Sid Rubin Preschool Open Houses
Please join Early Childhood Education Director Tammy Vener for an informational meeting and tour of our school. All are welcome. Our early childhood education department provides a warm, nurturing experience for the whole family. Learn about our BITTS (toddler transition) and Preschool programs for the 2012-2013 school year. 

Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at 9:30 a.m.  Download flyer here.
Wednesday, December 7, 2011 at 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at 9:30 a.m.

Meet in the Rotunda Conference Room (third floor).
RSVP to 858.535.1144 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it