Temple Sholom Selma Maisel Nursery School

Specialties

Now offering new extended hours and additional day options for the 2016 – 2017 School Year!

With a hands-​on, creative curriculum that fosters learning through play, the Selma Maisel Nursery School program at Temple Sholom in Greenwich, CT, provides rich preschool experiences in which children learn and grow through both individual and group activities.

Through Israeli dance, holidays and festivals, and the weekly Shabbat celebration, our children gain an appreciation for their Jewish identity. All of our teachers are professionally qualified to work with preschool children and are dedicated to bringing out the best in each child. Specialized staff visits the school on a weekly rotating basis, including a storyteller, a gym coordinator, an Israeli dancer, and a wildlife educator. Rabbi Mitch and Cantor Asa are also frequent visitors to our classrooms and provide an engaging introduction to Jewish culture.

History

Established in 1992.

The Selma Maisel Nursery School was established in 1992 under the auspices of Temple Sholom. Our mission is to support the social, emotional, cognitive, physical and spiritual development of each child. Through developmentally appropriate and stimulating programs we nurture a child’s innate love of learning, encourage their curiosity, and inspire their creativity. We strive to deepen the child’s understanding and commitment to spiritual values such as kindness, mutual respect and cooperation. In addition, we recognize the dignity and diversity of children and their families. Daily activities and interactions among children, parents and staff are guided by Jewish values and principles.

Temple Sholom is a traditional egalitarian Conservative synagogue located in beautiful Greenwich, Connecticut.

Meet the Business Owner

Phyllis L.

Business Owner

Prior to joining Temple Sholom as Director of the Selma Maisel Nursery School, Phyllis Lyons was the Education Manager at Childcare Learning Centers in Stamford for six years, responsible for the curriculum for Infants, Toddlers and Preschool as well as training and managing a staff of 80 teachers.

Phyllis has a BA degree in Elementary Education and has earned a Connecticut Director’s Credential Certificate. As an educator, Phyllis believes it is the responsibility of the school to provide an environment where children feel safe, have a smile on their face, build self-​confidence and develop a curiosity about things around them.

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Phyllis L. says,

«Our children enjoy the wonderful richness of Jewish traditions, Shabbat and Jewish holidays through singing, stories and creative activities.»