Because it takes a Village
The Village Center
Learning Support - Educational Therapy - Pedagogical Consulting
Empowering students, families and educators to
bridge the gap between developmental theory and classroom practice.
Because it takes a Village
The Philosophy
Welcome to The Village Center, a small, English language learning center for children, parents and professionals. The most important goal of The Center is to bring quality engaging education to your child in a warm, safe environment. Learning is child-centered, meaning that we base lesson plans and curriculum on your child’s interests; building, expanding and deepening their understanding of the world around them on a developmentally appropriate level. We believe learning should be full of questions and not answers. We believe in creating a positive sense of self so that our students can come to learn more about themselves and one another. We believe in leaning on each other for learning and fun. We believe in hugs, laughter, singing, dancing, eating and exploring. If you believe in this too, come join The Village!
Our Mission
To create a village of learners where families, parents, children and teachers alike feel welcome, accepted and at home. Based on the pillars of a pluralist, progressive, inquiry-based education, The Village Center strives to offer high-quality English language education while providing expert pedagogical consulting and social-emotional guidance for children, families and educators.
How we can help.
Parental Consulting
Helping parents and students navigate developmental milestones, school searches and transitions, educational support and advocacy, including special/general education and home learning.
Literacy Coaching
Private or small group sessions focused on elementary literacy skills for general and special education students. Specializing in language based learning disabilities, dyslexia and ADHD.
Professional Workshops
SEL (Social Emotional Learning), and Inclusion support and training for educators, specialists, schools and learning centers.
About
The vision behind The Village Center, Daphne Levy Nash has over 20 years of experience working in education as a preschool teacher, elementary school teacher, learning specialist and educational consultant in both New York and Israel. Originally from New York, Daphne moved to Israel 10 years ago with her young family. She holds an undergraduate degree from Syracuse University in Child and Family Studies and Child Development and a Dual Masters Degree in Special and Elementary Education from The Bank Street College of Education in New York City.
Daphne has been passionate about education since childhood. Creating nurturing learning environments is what she does best. Pluralism, kindness, collaboration and warmth are just a few of the strong values that Daphne integrates in her work. She believes that learning should be fun, engaging, dynamic and developmentally appropriate for each child. Alongside the importance of the individual, Daphne deeply believes in the power of community, for we all do a little bit better when we have our people by our side. After all, they say it takes a village….
Inspire Us
What do you want to see in our Village?
The Village Center is a growing center striving to bring high quality English programing and educational support in all of its forms to Zichron Ya'akov and the surrounding areas. We have some exciting things planned, but want to hear from you!
Tell us what kind of child and family English programming you want to see at The Village Center. We can't wait to welcome you and your family soon!
Contact Us
For more information or to join our mailing list, contact us.
