The Bernice B. Godine JCC Early Learning Center at the Leventhal-Sidman JCC is one of six JCC Early Learning Centers in the Greater Boston area.  We strive to create a vibrant, engaging, educational environment based on Derekh Eretz, a Hebrew term for code of behavior, where everyone is treated with respect.  In that spirit, we nurture children, embrace families, mentor teachers and, in every way possible, bring out the best in our community.  We are committed to the principles of a quality early learning experience, including teacher professional development, maintaining small group sizes and good teacher:child ratios, exceeding national and state standards (including NAEYC), and supporting children and their families. Our Centers have a strong reputation for teaching Jewish values based in Jewish traditions and experiences.


We are very proud that in 2005 our centers were selected by the Jewish Early Childhood Education Initiative (JECEI) to participate in a renowned leadership and development program for Jewish educators.

Our format is flexible, with options to meet almost every family's needs: year-round or partial year; full and half-day.

For more information on the preschool program at the Leventhal-Sidman JCC, please call 617-558-6420 or visit our Early Learning Center website.

Ledgewood Special Needs Program. For children with developmental and physical challenges, the Ledgewood Special Needs Program provides early identification and intervention services.




Leventhal-Sidman Jewish Community Center • 333 Nahanton Street • Newton, MA 02459
617-558-6522 • www.lsjcc.org • info@jccgb.org
A branch of the Jewish Community Centers of Greater Boston • www.jccgb.org