Jewish Nursery School - Anything before 18 Months?

[Anonymous]

In researching past posts and looking on various websites, it appears that most Jewish nursery schools begin at the earliest at 18 months, and often at 2 years or later. Many also appear to take children for only half of the day, rather than for the full day. If you have any different experience, I would be interested in hearing from you.

At this point, I am planning to stay home for the first 9-12 months, then assume I must use a different nursery school before moving my child into a Jewish program when they reach the 18-24 month age group. I hate to add extra adjustments, but don't see a great alternative. Most interested in N.Va, and schools with longer than half-day programs. Thank you in advance.

[Anonymous]

To be honest, I've never seen a full-day program for 12 month olds called "nursery school"-- that's pretty much "day care"-- not that there's anything wrong with that.

[Anonymous]

The Jewish Community Center on Little River Turnpike has a full daycare/ early childhood program. They have an infant and toddler program as well. They offer a flexible schedule - anything from part-time a few days a week to full time care. My son started about 2 months ago, and I can't say enough about it. He is thriving there, and I'm so glad we found it.