Welcome to the Soloway JCC Ganon Preschool
Ganon offers a comprehensive curriculum, rich in Judaic and secular learning plus so much more! Afternoon enrichment programs stimulate young minds, encourage creative play and keep kids active with Monkey Rock* Music, science, yoga, dance, and instructional swimming in the SJCC saltwater pool. Our preschool boasts two child-friendly outdoor playgrounds giving the children plenty of opportunities to play in the fresh air.
*Monkey rock music and instructional swim is not currently offered however we will still have a music class and free swim.
Everyone is welcome at the SJCC Ganon Preschool.
Enrollment at Ganon Preschool requires that all families maintain a valid family membership with the Soloway Jewish Community Center (SJCC) for the duration of their time at Ganon.
Contact Membership Director Patrice Berdowski at pberdowski@jccottawa.com
At Ganon we instill a lifelong love of learning in children and give them the foundation to do good deeds, build community, give back and be kind to others.
Our child-friendly, air conditioned classrooms are complimented by two fenced and secure outdoor playgrounds fully equipped with play structures and toys perfect for our little ones.
On Fridays we welcome Shabbat with a school-wide celebration.
Ganon Preschool Registration for the 2025-2026 School Year is currently ongoing.
Download the registration form here.
Elements of our Junior Kindergarten program are run in partnership with the Ottawa Jewish Community School.
Ganon Preschool is part of the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) program and our organization receives funding from the Province of Ontario and the City of Ottawa
Outstanding Preschool Programs
18 months – 5 years
2 Year Old Program
18 months by September 2025
Children enjoy a bi-weekly free swim in the Soloway JCC’s indoor saltwater pool plus and a weekly school-wide Shabbat celebration.
Choose from the following days and times:
- Tuesday & Thursday
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday
- Monday – Friday
Full day: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Half day: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
Download the registration form here.
A typical 2 year old day at Ganon
8:30 | indoor drop-off |
8:30 – 9:45 | skills/craft/play |
9:45 – 10:00 | snack |
10:00 – 10:20 | circle time |
10:20 – 10:50 | skills/craft/play |
10:50 – 11:00 | bathroom |
11:00 – 11:30 | outdoor play or gym |
11:30 – 12:30 | lunch |
12:30 – 2:00 | nap time |
2:00 – 2:30 | enrichment program |
2:30 – 3:00 | snack & diaper |
3:00 – 4:00 | outdoor play |
4:00 – 5:00 | play |
3 Year Old Program
Born in 2022
A French class, gym class, school wide Shabbat celebration, and a bi-weekly free swim in our indoor salt water pool are all part of the program.
Choose from the following days and times
- Tuesday & Thursday
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday
- Monday – Friday
Full day: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Half day: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
Download the registration form here.
A typical 3 year old day at Ganon
8:30 – 9:00 | outdoor drop-off |
9:15 – 9:45 | circle time |
9:45 – 9:50 | bathroom |
9:50 – 10:00 | snack |
10:00 – 11:15 | skills/craft/play |
11:15 – 11:30 | circle & story time |
11:30 – 11:55 | lunch |
11:55 – 12:00 | bathroom |
12:00 – 12:30 | outdoor play (half day) |
12:30 – 2:00 | quiet activities/nap time |
2:00 – 2:30 | enrichment program |
2:30 – 3:00 | snack/bathroom routine |
3:00 – 4:00 | outdoor play |
4:00 – 5:00 | play |
Junior Kindergarten Program
Born in 2021
Ganon’s JK program includes French circle, Judaics, a weekly gym class, school wide Shabbat celebration, and a bi-weekly free swim in our indoor salt water pool.
- Monday – Friday
Full day: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Half day: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
Download the registration form here.
A typical day in JK
8:30 – 9:00 | outdoor drop-off |
9:15 – 9:45 | circle time |
9:45 – 9:50 | bathroom |
9:50 – 10:00 | snack |
10:00 – 11:15 | skills/craft/free play |
11:15 – 11:30 | circle & story time |
11:30 – 11:55 | lunch |
11:55 – 12:00 | bathroom |
12:00 – 1:00 | outdoor play |
1:00 – 1:30 | quiet activities |
1:30 – 2:15 | enrichment program |
2:15 – 3:00 | snack/bathroom routine |
3:00 – 4:00 | outdoor play |
4:00 – 5:00 | play |
Elements of our Junior Kindergarten program are run in partnership with the Ottawa Jewish Community School
Come see our preschool in action!
Contact us to book a private tour.
Ganon Preschool Director (613) 798-9818 ext. 280
ganon@jccottawa.com, www.jccottawa.com/ganon
Hours of Operation
We are open Monday to Friday from 8:30 am – 5:00 pm.
The Ganon Preschool is licensed by the Ministry of Education. Ganon Preschool receives funding from the City Of Ottawa.
