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New North London Synagogue to close preschool amid changing childcare needs

March 13, 2025 11:25
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Gan Alon Preschool will closer at the end of this academic year
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New North London Synagogue (NNLS) has announced the closure of its Gan Alon Preschool at the end of this academic year, marking the end of nearly 30 years of service to the community.

The decision comes after careful consideration of changing childcare needs and a significant decline in enrolment, which had made it financially unsustainable to continue the preschool, synagogue leaders said.

The closure is part of a broader trend in the sector, as many families now opt for full-day, wraparound care, provided by larger commercial nurseries.

The preschool's enrolment has steadily declined since 2021, with current numbers at just 14 children, compared to 31 in 2019, when the preschool had a capacity of 34.