Since the end of World War II, the very first Krakow Jewish Early Childhood Center opened in September 2017. This amazing and miraculous Jewish Early Childhood Center is named Frajda (Joy). Malgorzata Pustul (Gosia) is the Director. With a staff of three teachers, Frajda now has 14 children.
The entire second floor of the JCC Krakow is solely dedicated to the Early Childhood Center. All four primary rooms are painted in a neutral color and there is natural light in all rooms. The entrance, kitchen and bathroom are beautiful. Each room has a designated programmatic purpose and easily accommodates a variety of activities. Despite having a space shortage, no other JCC department can use this space for any event, activity or program. This clearly demonstrates the JCC administration commitment to Frajda.
SOS International, JCC Krakow and Frajda have established a five year partnership.
The Early Childhood Morim Project is one of the four primary SOS International Projects which enriches next generation Jewish identity and values through international exchanges. Going forward, SOS International is very excited about working with the JCC Krakow, the Krakow Jewish Community and assisting Frajda grow and develop.
