Adat Ari El Nursery School, Valley Village

The NEST is currently the only full time Jewish infant day care program in the east San Fernando Valley for children ages 2 months - 2 years old. Our approach is based on Judaic values and traditions as well as the RIE and Reggio Emilia philosophies. Our program celebrates the creative and intellectual development of each individual child with an emphasis on Jewish identity, values, and community. Every child is unique with their own interests, learning style, growth timetable, and culture. Learning takes place through our developmentally-based, Reggio Emilia inspired program that values the child's innate curiousity, ability and creativity and need for meaningful relationships with their peers. These daily opportunities enable children to develop a strong sense of community, self-reliance, and the ability to think critically - all of which are necessary in order to thrive throughout life.