Our Mission

Kehila Heschel School is a pluralistic Jewish day school that fosters a love of learning in an environment that promotes academic excellence and a strong Jewish identity. The school is committed to developing the whole child and nurturing inquisitive learners, independent thinkers, and future leaders.

Our community school welcomes families from across the spectrum of Jewish life and follows the teachings of Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel, a learned scholar, environmentalist and social activist. Kehila Heschel’s integrated approach seamlessly blends the rich teachings of our Jewish tradition with the Ontario curriculum.

About KEHILA HESCHEL DAY SCHOOL

Imagine a school that embraces the diversity of the Jewish world; where students learn the foundational skills needed to be lifelong learners and develop a strong Jewish identity. Imagine a school where small classes matter in creating the ideal learning environment for the leaders of tomorrow. You have imagined Kehila Heschel School.

Kehila Heschel School is an independent, egalitarian, community school that welcomes families from the full spectrum of Jewish life. Kehila Heschel’s integrated approach to learning seamlessly blends the rich teachings of Jewish tradition with well researched secular studies.

At Kehila Heschel, a carefully crafted curriculum has been developed to focus on most important skills children will need to be successful in the 21st century. Students are encouraged to become critical and creative problem solvers, curious learners as well as articulate and innovative thinkers. Most importantly, they learn to develop self- control, perseverance and resilience.

Kehila Heschel is a school of excellence. The trilingual program uses the Ontario Curriculum as a basis and is enhanced by a strong arts program which includes visual arts, drama, music and movement. Learners demonstrate their progress through student-created projects, performances, poetry and art in Hebrew, French and English.

The school follows the teachings of Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel, a learned scholar, environmentalist and social activist. As a member of EcoSchools Canada, the curriculum has a robust environmental focus and students are taught the Judaic principles regarding caring for the earth.

Kehila Heschel’s affordable tuition model makes it possible for families to access quality Jewish education for their children.