Welcome to the Shaare Zedek Early Childhood Center!
Who we are: We are a small early education center with a focus on Jewish education. We accept children from all religious and ethnic backgrounds, ages six weeks through pre-kindergarten. Our small class sizes and low student-teacher ratios allow for each child to receive individualized instruction and attention.
Our facility is specifically designed for young children with an outdoor playground and a large indoor gym facility.

Where we are: We are located in University City, adjacent to Clayton, Ladue and the Central West End.
As a member of our center you become part of a community of families and staff who share a common goal of helping our children grow in a warm and nurturing environment. We provide many daytime and evening events for center families to become acquainted with our staff and other ECC families. The Preschool Parent Organization plays an important role in fundraising and volunteerism for the center.
For information about our curriculum, please click here.
For information about our childcare philosophy, please click here.
For additional information, please see our Frequently Asked Questions or submit an inquiry through our contact form.