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"A Warm, Nurturing Jewish Preschool Experience"

CITY GAN PRESCHOOL

"City Gan is a nurturing preschool in Long Island City, blending Jewish values with a top-tier early childhood education."

Directors Message

Rivka Wineberg

Hi! I’m Rivka Wineberg, director of City Gan Preschool of LIC

Our Story
After establishing the JCC-Chabad of LIC 17 years ago, my husband and I felt the need to create a preschool rooted in Jewish values and education. City Gan was born from my passion for instilling confidence, independence, and a strong sense of self in young children.

Our Approach
Beyond a nurturing environment, we believe even the youngest learners benefit from a well-rounded education. We consult experts, attend conferences, and carefully select loving, dedicated teachers to ensure each child thrives—socially, emotionally, and academically. Regular staff meetings help us continuously elevate our curriculum.

Parent Partnership
As a mom of six, I know how powerful parental involvement is! We offer special opportunities for parents to engage in their child’s learning, fostering pride, happiness, and overall success. A happy child is a thriving child!

Looking Ahead
As we grow, we remain committed to a warm, close-knit environment where every child is cherished. We’re always enhancing our program and welcome parent feedback to ensure each child’s happiness and success!

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Why Choose Us?

Our Programs

Infant Program (0-2 Years)

Gentle introduction to learning

Preschool (2-5 Years)

Social, cognitive, and spiritual development

After-School & Camps

Fun, learning, and Jewish experiences beyond school hours

Testimonials
DON'T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT, HERE IS WHAT MAKES CITY GAN SO UNIQUE

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City Gan was an incredibly rewarding experience for our son Jack. There is something intangible about the place which sets it apart from the other options we had considered. While it may sound a bit hokey, for us it felt less like a school and more like part of an extended family. I think this is in part because Morah Rivka is herself a doting mother, and empathizes with what it is like to be a parent and to trust someone else with your young child’s nurturing and well-being. It is not just that, though, as there is also so much substance behind what they do at the school each day. Simply put, the whole team is incredibly dedicated and works tirelessly to ensure that every day is fulfilling and exciting. It is heartwarming to witness. Our son blossomed so much during the year, and it is all a credit to his fabulous Morahs (teachers). Every day I dropped him off knowing he was going to have a blast and would be cared for by people who looked after him like one of their own. We couldn’t have asked for more, and our whole family is grateful for the experience. Thanks for everything!

William and Stacey Weisman

Contact

City Gan Preschool

10-29 48th Ave. LIC, NY 11101

718-609-0066

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