Congregation Beth Jacob-Conservative

This is an awesome congregation. Very welcoming and inclusive. Open to new ways of practicing Judaism. Rabbi Ezray and the rest of the clergy are warm, smart and genuinely kind people. Real sense of community.

I attended a wedding party held here. It was a simple and good size for it.
The dinner serving was not enough. I had 2 plates, but beef was run out of at 1^st round.
Dessert, and other stuff was good.

All 3 of my sons went to Beth Jacob Preschool because it is warm, engaging, welcoming and just plain old fun! Beth Jacob is a smaller preschool, with classes starting at 18 months and going through young 5’s. The emphasis is on play based learning, social skills and when the kids get into the young 5’s program on making sure they are ready for kindergarten (e.g., id colors, letters, can sit for circle-​time, etc.) The teachers are experienced and warm and lead the children in everything from organic gardening, to dance, role-​playing and more. Jewish holidays are observed and parents/​care-​takers get to enjoy a weekly Shabbat event complete with challah baked by the children. Spring/​winter and summer camps are also available!

Beth Jacob Preschool is one of the best kept secrets in Redwood City. The preschool is located at Congregation Beth Jacob and provides classes for toddlers through Pre-​K. The teachers are wonderful and the classes are small. Ann Cauterucci, the director of the preschool, is one of the warmest people you’ll ever meet who loves children and has many, many years in early child education. There is a real sense of community at Beth Jacob whether you’re Jewish and looking to introduce your children to Judaism or not Jewish and simply want a school for your children that is inviting and stimulating. All religions and backgrounds are welcome. The Pre-​K class is appropriate for those looking for a transitional class before Kindergarten as well as «Young 5s».

We have been members for 10 years, starting as a young couple and now with two young kids. We have participated in the preschool, hebrew school, and lots of programs. We love the diversity of programs for every possible interest and the family-​friendly atmosphere. You won’t find better clergy anywhere. Very inclusive, friendly, and great sense of community — definitely worth checking out!