Tree of Life Children's Center at Temple Beth Israel

Tree of Life Children's Center at Temple Beth Israel Preschool is a play-based learning program for children ages 2 to 5. It includes outdoor and indoor activities, teacher-guided and child-initiated play, Jewish and secular learning, and independent play and social interaction. The program runs Monday-Friday with half day, full day, full day plus, and extended day schedules.

Programs

• Tree of Life Children's Center at Temple Beth Israel Preschool — Children 2 years to 5 years of age · Monday-Friday; half day 9:00 am-1:00 pm, full day 9:00 am-3:30 pm, full day plus 7:00 am-3:30 pm, extended day 7:00 am-6:00 pm; two, three or five days per week

At a glance

• Ages: 2–5 years old
• General schedule: Year-round enrollment based on space availability; children move from one class to the next at the beginning of the fall.
• Facility hours: Monday-Friday 7:00 am-6:00 pm; TLCC Office Hours Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm

About the provider

The program has been open since 1988. It is directed by Robin McConnell. It is licensed by the California Department of Social Services and affiliated with the Bureau of Jewish Education. The program is open to the community and serves Claremont, Pomona, Upland, La Verne, and surrounding communities. It welcomes families of all backgrounds and faiths.

Enrollment preference is given to current students, siblings, and members of the Temple Beth Israel congregation. Children who are enrolled in the full day program are in a mixed-age group in the afternoons. Four-year-olds in the PreK-style class must attend five days a week (half day or full day) and begin activities at 9 am sharp.

What families say

“If we give our children sound self-love, they will be able to deal with whatever life puts before them.” — Bell Hooks

“Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning.” — Fred Rogers

“Children need the freedom and time to play. Play is not a luxury. Play is a necessity.” — Kay Redfield Jamison

Last updated October 13, 2026.