Jca - Michele Block Gan Yeladim Preschool & Kdgn

Michele Block Gan Yealdim has provided unparallelled excellence in early childhood since 1974. We nurture and facilitate each child's experiences and learning opportunities through play, exploration, and creativity. Children achieve success, gain independence and self-confidence while their individual abilities, learning styles, and developmental pace is respected and valued. Our curiculum is based upon a unique variety of approaches. All activities and experiences are developmentally abased and draw from the best practices of NAEYC, Reggio Emilia, Montessori, Growing Up WILD and more. Experiences are play-based and all hands-on. Children learn by doing! Each student reaches their potential in scientific discovery, problem solving and critical thinking in a phuysically and emotionally safe, nurturing enrivonment. Highly trained and experiences teachers intentionally guide students as they explore, learn and document using the project approach. Students develop a solid foundation for success in school and life. Michelel Block Gan Yeladim Preschool and Kindergarten maintains early learning curriculum based partnerships with following organizations, rpoviding our students with the unique opportunity to learn: Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra M.O.S.H. (Museum of Science and History) The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens St. Johns Riverkeeper.

Quick Facts (2025)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 157 students
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1974
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in n/a

Student Body

Total Students
157 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Jca - Michele Block Gan Yeladim Preschool & Kdgn Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
comfortable

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition and schedules vary from part time to fulltime, traditional 9 month to year round. Please call for cost.
% on Financial Aid
12%
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Theresa Levy
Admissions Associate
Rochelle Golomb

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
artforeign language and cultural enrichment classes.
The JCA offers a variety of sports

School Notes

  • Students range in age from 12 months to 6 years old and they experience:
  • * Lowest ratios of teachers to students
  • * Warm, loving, nurturing and educated teachers
  • * Best accreditations (NAEYC, FKC, ACA, GSOD 5 Stars)
  • * Finest developmental curriculum
  • * Unlimited resources
  • * Community partnerships
  • * Beautiful facility
  • * Innovative playgrounds
  • * Finest staff
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Jca - Michele Block Gan Yeladim Preschool & Kdgn?
The acceptance rate of Jca - Michele Block Gan Yeladim Preschool & Kdgn is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
What sports does Jca - Michele Block Gan Yeladim Preschool & Kdgn offer?
Jca - Michele Block Gan Yeladim Preschool & Kdgn offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Dance, Fencing, Flag Football, Gymnastics, Indoor Soccer, Swimming and Tennis.
When is the application deadline for Jca - Michele Block Gan Yeladim Preschool & Kdgn?
The application deadline for Jca - Michele Block Gan Yeladim Preschool & Kdgn is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Jca - Michele Block Gan Yeladim Preschool & Kdgn located?
Jca - Michele Block Gan Yeladim Preschool & Kdgn is located in the Goodbys Creek neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.

School Reviews

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The JCA provides unparalleled excellence in early childhood education in a loving and nurturing environment. Students ages one through kindergarten are exposed to age appropriate activities intentionally designed to build brain development. Resources abound! All students have access to spacious and creatively designed outdoor play spaces including multiple organic gardens and composting and access to theatre, art, and physical education including swimming year round in the indoor pool.
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Quick Facts (2025)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 157 students
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Jacksonville, FL is $13,472 for elementary schools and $13,984 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Jacksonville, FL is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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