Welcome!

Thank you for considering JELC for your childcare needs. All JELC parents have been where you are right now: trying to find the best home away from home for your child.

It's not an easy decision, but being informed is the first step. Please read some basic information about our cooperative, and learn more about our facility. If you are interested, you can complete an online application.

If you can't find the answers you need on this web site, please get in touch, either via our online contact form or via phone at 513-221-1979.

Why should you choose JELC?

• Our staff are some of the best around!
• Parents have a birds-eye view into the place where their kids spend their days.
• You're automatically part of a community that has excellent childcare as a common goal.
• You get to know the staff much better than at a traditional day care center.
• Your kids learn very early that when everyone pitches in, the reward is great.
• You can play an active role in your child's childcare.
• Teachers follow age-appropriate early childhood educational curricula.
• Whenever possible, special dietary requests are accommodated.
• The cooperative commitment is flexible.
• Safety and security are paramount! Only those with badges can enter the building (parents and staff).
• Children do not watch TV or videos at JELC.
• We're located on a college campus and within walking distance of the University of Cincinnati.

Parent Testimonials

Click here and here to find out why JELC is heads above other Cincinnati daycares! Please let our director know if you would like our list of references.

Next Steps

If you are interested in finding out more about JELC, please call us at 513-221-1979 or contact us via our online application to to set up a tour. We encourage visits during school hours, which gives you a chance to see our staff and students in action!

Jewish Early Learning Cooperative. 3101 Clifton Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45220. 513-221-1979