NSCI Tots
We offer opportunities for young children and their families to celebrate holidays, learn about Judaism, have fun, and do mitzvot. Programming is planned to meet all the different ages and stages of young childhood (0–5). Every program includes a range of activities to meet children where they are in their Jewish learning and abilities. Our Instagram @nscitots features activities and experiences you can do in your home, out in the community, and at NSCI.
Who can come to our programming?
Any family with a child 0–5. Events are open to the community! We welcome parents, grandparents, and any other caring adults to accompany young children to our programming. Whether you have already joined NSCI or are searching for your synagogue, come to one of our many opportunities for young families to play, pray, and socialize together! Our religious school meets weekly with children from preschool to 12th grade. Learn about our innovative and engaging approach to Jewish learning and living here.
We look forward to meeting you soon! In the meantime, check out our TOT Holiday resource page for everything printable and digital to entertain and teach your tot about the Jewish holidays.
Upcoming Tot Events
Unless otherwise noted, programs are FREE and Open to ALL. We ask that you please register in advance.
Torah Tot Shabbat
Friday, October 10th, 4:30 pm at NSCI
Celebrate Simchat Torah with a Torah-themed Tot Shabbat! Come see what a Torah looks like up close and enjoy crafts and songs. Stick around after the Tot program for an NSCI community pizza dinner at 5:30 pm. Click here to register.
Preschool
Our preschool is open to both NSCI congregant and non-congregant families (space is limited). Preschoolers are toilet-trained 3- and 4-year-olds.
Sunday Preschool at NSCI
Sundays, 9:00–11:00 am
Preschoolers come for a joyful, hands-on Jewish experience, exploring symbols, rituals, customs, values, and holidays through stories, music, art, food, and imaginative play.
Tuition: $615/year for NSCI congregants until June 9, 2025; $715 after June 9
$985/year for non-congregants and YFC (Youth and Family Community) members. To register, click here.
Daytime Morning Preschool Options
We are excited to offer another option for Jewish early childhood education on the 
North Shore. The Childrenz Center, a non-profit Jewish preschool, leases space from North Shore Congregation Israel. An independent entity, the Childrenz Center offers programs for children 16 months (mom-and-tot) through pre-kindergarten. More information can be found on their website here.
find us online!
Instagram @NSCITots
A space to discover Jewish activities for home, out in the community, and at NSCI, for children zero through five and their families.
Tot Shabbat YouTube.
Check out our Totally Terrific Tot Shabbat archives for your favorite Tot services and stories.
Fri, October 10 2025
18 Tishrei 5786
come check us out
Ilyce Zoloto
Early Engagement Coordinator
(Families with Young Children)
847.835.0724 ext. 632
