About Us
We’re Temple Beth El Child Development Center (TBECDC), and for six decades, we’ve been a cornerstone of early childhood education in the community. We are passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where every child can learn and thrive.
Our Legacy of Excellence
60 Years of Excellence in Child Education
Our commitment to providing outstanding education began over half a century ago.
- NAEYC-Accredited Curriculum
- 10,000+ Student Graduates
- Age Specific Programs
Our History
The original Riverside Temple Beth El Nursery School was founded in 1965. It was born from the vision of a few Temple families who desired to create a quality nursery school right in their neighborhood.
Crucially, from the very beginning, the center was established as a non-denominational, non-sectarian institution, welcoming children and families of all backgrounds.
Since 1965, our center has continually evolved, incorporating numerous program improvements and enhancements in response to the changing needs of the community and the requests of our school families. While our programs have grown, we proudly maintain our core values, operating today as a completely non-denominational and non-sectarian child development center.
Experienced and Dedicated Staff
Our committed staff members are critical to TBECDC’s tradition of excellence. Our experienced teachers are the heart of our center, bringing dedication, expertise, and a passion for early childhood development to the classroom every day. We believe the best learning happens when it’s facilitated by caring, skilled professionals.
Our Programs
We provide high-quality programs for children from infancy through elementary school (ages 6 weeks up to sixth grade), ensuring a continuous path of educational growth.
- Age specific NAEYC accredited curriculum
- Secure areas that keep children constantly within sight
- Computerized front-desk check-in to ensure security
Does TBECDC have an outdoor playground?
TBECDC have a unique combined indoor/outdoor playground located directly on-site at the center. The playground equipment is appropriate for Infants through Kindergarten Prep so that children of all ages can play outside each day.
Is TBECDC open all year?
Not only is our center open all year, we also accept registrations and enroll children throughout the year. Give us a call to learn more about a schedule and start date that work for your family.
Does TBECDC have a Preschool program?
Yes! Our center offers a full-day Preschool program for children ages 3 and older. Preschool is a big year. We’ve designed our program to give you complete confidence in every aspect of your child’s experience; from health and safety; to ready-for-school curriculum; to the full support of experienced teachers. Just as important, our program is based on what research says best prepares children for kindergarten…and all the big steps ahead.
What is TBECDC process on checking the background of their employees?
Bright Horizons conducts a comprehensive background check on all prospective employees and frequent visitors. The background check consists of a county criminal record check for the past seven years performed in all counties that a person has lived, worked or attended school. In addition to the county criminal search, a sex offender search, OFAC search and a social security verification trace are also conducted. For all location employees, program licensing background checks required by the state are also performed.
What is your policy regarding pictures/videos of my child(ren)?
The decision to allow for a child’s picture to be taken at a TBECDC facility is at the discretion of the family. Some families allow pictures to be used strictly within the classroom (i.e. to label cubbies), some allow pictures to be used both internally and externally (i.e. for our center-wide website), and still others do not allow pictures of their children to be taken at any time – no exceptions. In any case, we will respect your rights and your decision.