About

Kane Street Kids is more than a preschool; it’s a warm, welcoming community where children and families feel a true sense of belonging from the very beginning. As the preschool of Kane Street Synagogue, we embrace families of all backgrounds and create an environment rooted in connection, respect, and joy. Here, each child is known, celebrated, and encouraged to explore the world with confidence and curiosity.

Where Little Learners Grow

We believe children thrive through discovery, connection, and joy. Our program supports the whole child in every way:

Socially: building friendships and learning to collaborate
Emotionally: developing confidence and self-awareness
Cognitively: asking questions and exploring ideas
Physically: moving, playing, and growing strong

We intentionally design each day to spark wonder, encourage independence, and nurture the skills that children need to become thoughtful and engaged learners. Our classrooms and gross motor play spaces are carefully curated to invite discovery, creativity, and meaningful play throughout every season.

Learning That Begins with Curiosity

We use Creative Curriculum®, a research-based approach that builds on children’s natural interests and transforms them into rich learning experiences.

Our educators observe children closely as they play and explore, using these observations to understand each child’s developmental stage, strengths, and emerging skills. Through Teaching Strategies GOLD®, our educators document and assess children’s growth across key developmental areas, allowing them to tailor experiences that meet each child exactly where they are.

Purposeful Play, Thoughtful Teaching

At Kane Street Kids, play is at the heart of learning. Our educators guide each child’s growth through:

Ongoing observation
Intentional planning
Responsive, individualized teaching

We support children by:

Introducing new challenges
Asking open-ended questions
Extending learning in meaningful ways

Jewish Learning Woven Into the Day

Through the MATAN Katan® curriculum, children are introduced to Jewish life, values, and traditions in ways that feel natural, inclusive, and engaging.

Children experience Jewish life through:

Storytelling
Music and movement
Art and sensory exploration
Everyday classroom moments

Growing Together

We are here to support you; from the first days of preschool through the move to Kindergarten, we partner closely with you every step of the way. Kane Street Kids is a community for your whole family!

Since 2005, Kane Street Kids has proudly served families in Cobble Hill and the surrounding neighborhoods. We are licensed by the Department of Health & Mental Hygiene and are a proud member of the Parents League of New York.