FAQ

Navon is a bilingual kindergarten: children pick up Hebrew and Russian at the same time. An English club also runs alongside.

The kindergarten is located at 19 Ani Maamin St, Haifa, Israel.

The kindergarten operates Monday through Friday, from 7:00 to 17:00.

Hebrew, Russian, and English, rhythm and music, sports, puppet theater, animal encounters, and an arts studio — all included in the price.

We deliberately keep groups small so every child gets real attention from staff, not just supervision. For the exact group size this year, please check with our office at 04-866-0067.

Every group has more than one staff member with it, which means continuous supervision and attention for every child throughout the day. For the exact staffing for a specific age group, please check with our office.

We focus on well-rounded development — fine motor skills, drawing, and modeling all build the foundation for writing later on. More focused school-readiness work begins in the older groups; ask your child’s teachers for specifics.

English is part of the standard program and is already included in tuition — just like rhythm and music, sports, puppet theater, and animal-care activities. There’s no separate fee for these classes.

Cost depends on your child’s age and the chosen program, and part of it may be covered by the Ministry of Labor subsidy. For an exact quote for your situation, please contact our office at 04-866-0067.

Staff speak with the children in both Hebrew and Russian throughout the day, so children naturally absorb both languages side by side, rather than through separate single-language «lessons.»

We try to accommodate each child’s individual needs. If your child has specific needs, please discuss this with our office in advance — we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer in your particular case.

That’s not a problem — children adapt quickly to the kindergarten’s bilingual environment regardless of their home language. Let the staff know about your family’s language situation so they can find the right approach for your child.

Navon accepts children from 3 months to 5 years old. A nursery group runs for the youngest children.

Message us on WhatsApp at 058-557-8857 or call — we’ll show you around, tell you about the program, and answer all your questions.

The full checklist is in our guide, “Documents needed to enroll in kindergarten”: parents’ ID documents, the child’s birth certificate, a health certificate, and vaccination record.

Of course. We’re always happy to show you around, introduce you to the staff, and walk you through the program before you decide. Message us on WhatsApp or call to arrange a time that works for you.

Yes — enrollment is open year-round, not just in September. If there’s a spot open in the right age group, we can welcome your child any month. Call 058-557-8857 to check current availability.

They differ in subsidy terms and waiting lists — Navon is private, with a Ministry of Labor subsidy. Full comparison in our guide, “Municipal kindergarten or private daycare”.

Yes — enrollment requires a vaccination record and a pediatrician’s health certificate for your child. This is a standard part of the document package; see our guide, “Documents needed to enroll,” for the full list.

From 3 months old, with an especially gentle routine for the youngest. More in our guide, “What age to start daycare”.

We can add you to the waiting list for the matching age group and reach out as soon as a spot opens up. Call 058-557-8857 to check current availability.

Yes, transferring from another facility is possible at any point during the year, as long as there’s an open spot in the right age group. We’ll help you handle the paperwork for the transfer.

The kindergarten has its own in-house kitchen. All meals are prepared by cooks shortly before eating, from quality seasonal ingredients; the menu is balanced for the child’s age.

The premises are under constant security with video surveillance, and parents have access to private parking. Children are supervised throughout the day.

Please let our office and staff know in advance. Because we run our own kitchen, we can accommodate each child’s dietary needs — just tell us about any allergies or restrictions when you enroll.

Yes — our staff meets the required standards, and the premises are cleaned and maintained regularly as part of our responsibility for children’s safety.

Staff will contact you right away and, if needed, provide first aid and call a doctor. Please make sure your phone is reachable during your child’s hours at the kindergarten.

Please check this directly with our office at 04-866-0067 — they can explain exactly how meals are organized at the kindergarten.

Yes. Navon is the first bilingual kindergarten in Israel eligible for a Ministry of Labor subsidy (up to ₪1,226 a month). Staff help with the paperwork.

We try to accommodate families with several children — please raise this directly with our office at 04-866-0067 so we can work out what fits your situation.

Salaried employees, self-employed workers, students, new immigrants, and single parents earning under ₪5,300 per family member. How to apply — see our guide, “Childcare subsidies in Israel”, and our Discounts page.

Yes, a notice period typically applies when ending enrollment — check the exact terms in your contract or with our office at 04-866-0067.

There may be additional support options depending on your family’s specific situation — talk to our office and we’ll help you figure out what you may be eligible for.

Drop-off and morning exercise from 7:00, breakfast at 8:30, activities and a morning walk, lunch and quiet time, and after nap — a snack, games, and a walk. Pickup by 17:00.

Gentle and individualized, with the time gradually increasing. Week-by-week breakdown in our guide, “Adjusting to kindergarten: the first weeks”.

Our staff stays in regular contact with parents and shares how the day went at pickup. If you need to check in during the day, you can call or message us — we’re always reachable.

Yes — diapers, wet wipes, and a change of clothes. Full checklist in our guide, “What to pack for kindergarten”.

The kindergarten operates from 7:00 to 17:00. If you need an earlier pickup or a later one, please check with our office — we accommodate this whenever we can.

Short and gentle, without diving straight into the full routine. More in our guide, “First day at kindergarten”.

Yes, and we actually recommend it — especially in the first few weeks. A favorite item from home reminds your child of safety and makes it easier to handle being apart from you.

That’s a normal part of adaptation. Say goodbye calmly and confidently, without dragging it out — it’s easier for your child to move on that way. Our staff know how to gently support your child in the first minutes after you leave.

It usually goes faster than for children with no prior experience, since they’re already familiar with the format. But a new place and new people still take some getting used to — we keep the same individual approach either way.

Yes, but please let the staff know in advance who exactly will be picking up your child — this is a standard safety measure.

Please call ahead to let us know if you’ll be delayed, so staff can calmly plan the time with your child until you arrive.

Navon stays open year-round, including through the summer, which matters for parents who need continuous childcare. On public and Jewish holidays the kindergarten may close for a few days — check the current schedule on our Calendar page.

The fastest way is to message us on WhatsApp at 058-557-8857 — we respond quickly. You can also call 04-866-0067 during the kindergarten’s operating hours.

Yes — throughout the year we celebrate holidays and hold events that parents are invited to, which is part of Navon’s warm, family atmosphere. Check the Calendar page for current dates.

The kindergarten has video monitoring for safety. For details on parent access to any footage, please check directly with our office at 04-866-0067.

Yes, everyday moments and celebrations are often photographed, and some of these photos end up in our site gallery. Ask your child’s teachers about photos specific to your child.

The move to the next group happens gradually and takes the individual child’s readiness into account, not just their formal age. Staff will discuss this with you in advance.

Check with our office at 058-557-8857 — this can sometimes be a great way to get to know the kindergarten before you enroll.