Forman Early Learning Center
Where Little Learners Grow, Explore, and Thrive
At Hillel Academy’s Forman Early Learning Center, we inspire a lifelong love of learning through hands-on exploration, purposeful play, and meaningful connections.
Rooted in Jewish values and traditions, our nurturing environment encourages children to build confidence, independence, creativity, and friendships while developing the skills needed for future success.
Their Journey Begins Here
Discover a place where your child can build friendships, explore new interests, develop confidence, and discover a lifelong love of learning.
We invite you to experience the Hillel Difference and see what makes the Forman Early Learning Center such a special place to grow.
Program Options:
Our program operates from 7 am–6 pm, with core learning hours from 8 am–1 pm. To accommodate the diverse needs of our families, we offer flexible enrollment options, including 10-month and 12-month programs, with two-, three-, or five-day schedules.
More than kindergarten readiness, we’re building the foundation for a lifetime of learning, growth, and discovery.
About the Forman Early Learning Center
Serving children ages one through Pre-Kindergarten/VPK, Hillel Academy's Forman Early Learning Center provides a nurturing, developmentally appropriate environment where young children can learn, play, and flourish.
A Strong Foundation for a Bright Future
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Language & Early Literacy: Through storytelling, songs, conversation, and interactive activities, children develop the foundational skills for reading, writing, and effective communication. Our literacy-rich classrooms encourage vocabulary development, listening comprehension, letter recognition, phonological awareness, and a love of books, creating a strong foundation for future academic success.
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Math & Early Numeracy: Early math comes to life through play, exploration, and hands-on discovery. Children develop number sense, recognize patterns and shapes, practice counting and sorting, and explore measurement and spatial relationships. These engaging experiences encourage logical thinking, problem-solving, and confidence with mathematical concepts.
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Science & Discovery: Young children are natural scientists. Our hands-on science experiences encourage them to ask questions, make predictions, observe, experiment, and discover how the world works. Through meaningful exploration of nature, the environment, and everyday scientific concepts, children develop critical-thinking skills and a lifelong sense of wonder.
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Jewish and Hebrew Studies: Jewish learning is a joyful and meaningful part of everyday life at the Forman Early Learning Center. Through Hebrew language, stories, blessings, holiday celebrations, and weekly Kabbalat Shabbat, children develop a connection to Jewish traditions, Israel, and their community.
We see children as capable, curious, and active participants in their own learning.
Meeting Your Child Where They Are
Individualized Learning. Meaningful Growth. Endless Possibilities.
At Hillel Academy’s Forman Early Learning Center, we recognize that every child learns and grows at their own pace. Our thoughtfully designed curriculum combines early academics, social-emotional development, creative exploration, and Jewish learning to create a nurturing environment where every child can thrive.
Through individualized instruction, purposeful play, and hands-on experiences, children build confidence, independence, curiosity, and essential skills that prepare them for kindergarten and beyond.
Learning extends beyond the classroom through enriching opportunities in music, physical education, STEM, cooking, sports, and creative movement. Jewish traditions, Hebrew language, holidays, and values (middot) are woven into daily experiences, fostering a strong sense of identity, community, and belonging.
Jewish Values Are at the Heart of Everything We Do
At Hillel Academy, Jewish values are more than lessons. They are part of how we learn, play, and care for one another every day.
Through acts of kindness, meaningful traditions, holiday celebrations, and weekly Shabbat experiences, children develop an early connection to Jewish identity and community.
Our youngest learners begin to understand what it means to show compassion, celebrate traditions, respect others, and contribute to the world around them.
These experiences create a foundation of values that will guide our students long after they leave our classrooms.
Nurturing the Whole Child
Building Confidence, Creativity, Independence, and Connection
Growing Strong and Confident Through Movement
Movement and active play are essential to early childhood development. Through outdoor exploration, physical activities, and age-appropriate challenges, children strengthen coordination, balance, and gross motor skills. Fine motor activities such as drawing, building, and manipulating materials develop dexterity and hand-eye coordination while supporting emerging writing skills.
Where Imagination and Creativity Come to Life
Creativity is celebrated through art, music, movement, and imaginative play. Children are encouraged to explore different materials, express their ideas, and discover new ways to communicate. Weekly music instruction with a specialist introduces rhythm, movement, and musical expression, helping build confidence, creativity, and an appreciation for the arts.
Building Friendships, Confidence, and Compassion
Learning to understand emotions, build relationships, and navigate social experiences is an important part of growing up. Through guided play, classroom routines, and meaningful interactions, children develop empathy, cooperation, communication, and problem-solving skills. Our educators nurture a supportive environment where every child feels safe, respected, and empowered to grow.
Encouraging Independence Every Step of the Way
Everyday experiences provide meaningful opportunities for children to build independence, responsibility, and confidence. From practicing personal care and safety to making choices, following routines, and contributing to their classroom community, children develop practical life skills that support their growth both inside and outside the classroom.
Come Experience the Forman ELC
The best way to understand what makes the Forman Early Learning Center special is to experience it for yourself.
Come meet our teachers, visit our classrooms, see our children learning and exploring, and discover a community where your child can grow with confidence, curiosity, kindness, and joy.