Beth Elementary Early Childhood Center

8000 Main Street Voorhees, NJ 08043
bethelsnj.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

About the School

  • The Early Childhood Center of Congregation Beth El believes in the development of the whole child as an individual.
  • By providing a secure, warm atmosphere, the child feels safe to explore, experiment, create, share and learn at his or her own pace.
  • Through recognition of his or her feelings and needs, the child develops a positive self-image and learns to love and respect others.
  • Our state-of-the-art classrooms and playground equipment provide an atmosphere that nurtures each child’s unique abilities.
  • Being a part of Congregation Beth El, the Early Childhood Center provides an opportunity for the child to learn about his/her Jewish heritage and culture in a developmentally appropriate manner.
  • Included in this aspect of our program is the daily usage of Hebrew words and expressions, prayer before eating and the celebration of Shabbat and other Jewish holidays.
  • Each class is staffed by at least one teacher plus assistants chosen because of their qualifications and experience in working with young children.
  • Their warmth and caring provide the foundation necessary to encourage the social, emotional and academic development in each individual child.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Rankings

Beth Elementary Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Year Founded
1921
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
6 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: “Beth El is our spiritual home. We create a warm and welcoming community where people of all generations are enriched by learning and inspired to discover their personal experience of Jewish life.”
  • The Early Childhood Center of Congregation Beth El believes in the development of the whole child as an individual. By providing a secure, warm atmosphere, the child feels safe to explore, experiment, create, share and learn at his or her own pace. Through recognition of his or her feelings and needs, the child develops a positive self-image and learns to love and respect others. Our state-of-the-art classrooms and playground equipment provide an atmosphere that nurtures each child’s unique abilities. Being a part of Congregation Beth El, the Early Childhood Center provides an opportunity for the child to learn about his/her Jewish heritage and culture in a developmentally appropriate manner. Included in this aspect of our program is the daily usage of Hebrew words and expressions, prayer before eating and the celebration of Shabbat and other Jewish holidays. Each class is staffed by at least one teacher plus assistants chosen because of their qualifications and experience in working with young children. Their warmth and caring provide the foundation necessary to encourage the social, emotional and academic development in each individual child.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Beth Elementary Early Childhood Center's ranking?
Beth Elementary Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Beth Elementary Early Childhood Center?
The application deadline for Beth Elementary Early Childhood Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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