Preschool
Education in Israel begins at a very young age in order to provide
children with an augmented 'head start,' particularly in terms
of socialization and language development.
Many twoyearolds and almost all three and fouryearolds
attend some kind of preschool framework. Most programs are sponsored
by local authorities, some within daycare centers operated
by women's organizations; others are privately owned. The Ministry
of Education allocates special resources for preschool education
in disadvantaged areas.
Kindergarten for fiveyearolds is free and compulsory.
The curriculum aims to teach fundamental skills, including language
and numerical concepts, to foster cognitive and creative capacities
and to promote social abilities. The curricula of all preschools
are guided and supervised by the Ministry of Education to ensure
a solid and wellrounded foundation for future learning.
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