Michael R. Lutz Family Center – Wicker Park
The JCYS Wicker Park Family Center provides exceptional early childhood education for children age 15 months to 5 years old. Our Reggio-inspired classrooms foster children’s social, emotional, intellectual, and physical growth in a joyful, child-centered environment, and our play-based approach encourages children to develop a lifelong love of learning. We strive to include families of all faiths in our celebration of Jewish culture and traditions.
Our center offers Toddler Care, Preschool, and Summer Camp. All programs have half-day and full-day options available, as well as 2 day, 3 day, and 5 day schedule options.
Ready to learn more? Email wickerpark@jcys.org to schedule a tour!
Child-centered learning through discovery and exploration
At JCYS Wicker Park, our curriculum is inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy. Reggio instructors don’t teach a one-size-fits-all curriculum to every child: they encourage each child to pursue self-directed learning experiences through exploration and play while building healthy relationships with teachers and peers. The Reggio approach also emphasizes the importance of the child’s environment in encouraging active, joyful learning. Drawing on Reggio techniques, JCYS Wicker Park offers a space where all children can develop socially, physically, and intellectually.
Michael R. Lutz Family Center
2129 W. North Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
(872) 315-2300
wickerpark@jcys.org
It's National Play-Dough Day!
Squish, Smash Twist, Turn and Poke! With the wide array of developmental learning and sensory benefits, play-dough is part of active exploration in every classroom. #NationalPlayDohDay
JCYS Michael R. Lutz Family center takes pride in recognizing 6 outstanding teachers in their field, who have recently begun their Master’s programs in the field of Early Childhood Education at Erikson Institute. Their work and dedication in helping our most precious children grow into responsible, competent learners, is what is valued and respected as the heart of JCYS Wicker Park.
We are excited to once again partner with jBabyChicago to offer Parent-Tot Yoga on Saturdays this Fall! Spend the morning with your tot in a fun and interactive class consisting of classic yoga poses through developmentally appropriate play. Best for children 3-24 months. Learn more: jcys.org/parent-tot-yoga