JCC of Bayonne Early Childhood & Summer Programs

JCC of Bayonne Early Childhood & Summer Programs offers early childhood and summer options that include private daycare and preschool described as a nurturing space with personalized care and a rich curriculum for growth and discovery. The programs specialize in high-quality early childhood experiences and include summer offerings with a mix of engaging activities described as fun-filled, exciting, memorable, and enriching for participating children.

• Schedule: Office Hours Monday - Friday 9a - 4:30p

For over 70 years, the JCC of Bayonne Early Childhood & Summer Programs has been described as a trusted resource for families in Hudson County. The program operates within an expansive facility that features an auditorium, gymnasium, indoor pool, and access to a nearby park. It is a non-sectarian nonprofit that welcomes children and families of all faiths, cultures, and backgrounds, and it functions as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit sustained through program fees, partnerships, rentals, and donations. Its stated mission is to enrich lives and strengthen the community it serves, and it partners with the Bayonne Board of Education to offer a free, full-day HighScope Pre-K program to Bayonne residents.

Leadership for the JCC of Bayonne includes CEO Dr. Ellen Goldberg as Chief Executive Officer and Sophie Ayad as Chief Financial Officer. The JCC of Bayonne Board is listed as Ilona J. Rosenberg, President; Arnold Wendroff*; Varda Wendroff**. The UJA Federation of Bayonne Board is listed as Arnold Wendroff, President; Arlene Lichtenfeld, Vice President; Dr. Ellen F. Goldberg,* Executive Director; Albert Bousso; Renee Bousso; Phyllis Garelick; Andrew Platizky; Marcia Ripps; Beverly Susskind; and Varda Wendroff**.

Last updated July 7, 2026.