Yeshiva of New Haven - Yeshiva of New Haven Elementary School

The Yeshiva Elementary School is an independent day school for girls and boys. The School was founded in 1977 by a group of families dedicated to excellence in Judaic studies as well as a serious commitment to secular intellectual disciplines coupled with a genuine concern for Klal Yisroel. These families were also determined to see that learning be a joyful and positive experience and that teachers be attentive and loving toward each and every child.

Yeshiva Elementary offers a full curriculum of Judaic and General Studies. The school consists of the Gan Preschool and a "Beit Sefer" with grades K-8. Located in New Haven's Edgewood Park Neighborhood, the School's home is a spacious, restored 19th century school building with a library, gym, arts and crafts space, science and language labs and a grassy, outdoor playground.

Classes come to life in a warm, friendly atmosphere, further enhanced by a small, family-like setting. Children learn together, and are encouraged to discover the world around them as well as their individual interests. Yeshiva Elementary nurtures a sense of pride in self, family, community and heritage joined with a strong sense of Ahavas Yisroel.

The Judaic Studies program immerses the children in religious and cultural tradition and learning. Formal schooling, richly complemented by the ongoing celebration of Jewish life are gently intertwined. The students are urged to read widely, use primary sources and become fluent in the ancient Judaic texts and at home with the Hebrew language.

The General Studies program begins with the basic building blocks of reading, writing and arithmetic. As these skills mature, the program unfolds to include science, history, geography, literature and swimming.

A variety of extracurricular programs and activities enhance and enrich the Yeshiva Elementary experience. Chess tournaments, acting clubs, geography and engineering contests all serve to spur the youngsters to explore their world.

Yeshiva Elementary is accredited by the State of Connecticut and affiliated with Torah Umesorah. All members of the Jewish community are welcome at Yeshiva Elementary. Financial aid is available.