ACCREDITATION

For over 40 years, Hillel Preschool has been the place where children love to learn and learn to love. Our school has achieved the highest levels of excellence, as evidenced by our accreditation with NAEYC – the National Association for the Education of Young Children, and our continued 5-star rating with the NC Department of Health and Human Services – Division of Child Development and Early Education.

What does this mean for a Hillel Student?

• Teacher-to-student ratios are very low. This allows the teachers to create relationships and provide individualized attention.

• Children are provided with a variety of materials to play and learn with. Children explore an ever changing environment that keeps him/her interested in learning.

• The highest sanitation practices are followed by staff and students. Children’s needs are met in a positive and timely manner.

• Children will have many opportunities throughout the day for free play. During free center time children are able to develop cognitive, motor, and social skills.

• Foundations for strong reading and literacy skills are an important part of the day, and such efforts are geared to each child’s current level of development.

• All lead teachers have a degree in early childhood education or the equivalent.

• All teachers continue to attend classes and conferences to keep up-to-date on the latest in early childhood practices.