Kedumim Council Opens Two New Kindergartens to Reduce Class Sizes

The local council of Kedumim announced the opening of two new kindergartens ahead of the upcoming school year. This initiative aims to reduce the number of children per class and provide more personalized attention to each child. Despite national trends and regulations that would have required the closure of two kindergartens this year, which would have resulted in about 35 children per class, the council decided not only to keep the existing kindergartens open but also to add two more.

The council emphasized that this decision, although costly, reflects a long-term investment in the community's future through education. Mayor Uziel Vatik stated, "The children of Kedumim and their education are very important to us. Yes, opening the kindergartens and reducing group sizes will cost the council a lot of money, but we have set improving the education system as a goal, and that requires investment. Quality, excellent, and value-based education for our children demands resources, and we are proud to lead this process."

This move is part of broader educational initiatives by the council, including the "Early Identification" program, the establishment of "Calm Rooms," expansion of therapeutic services, and renovation of educational institutions. Vatik also thanked the education department staff for leading the effort and wished students and parents a successful school year.