Elementary (Grades 1 - 5)
In the first through fifth grades, our students grow into readers, writers, mathematicians, scientists, and engineers. They are guided in developing social skills, character traits, leadership, and community building. They grow their Jewish identity and Hebrew skills. They become independent thinkers, collaborators, and investigators.
World-Class Academics
We proudly use a structured literacy program, FUNdations, a science-based curriculum that uses multi-sensory lessons to lay the groundwork for life-long literacy. This program focuses on reading, writing, spelling, and handwriting.
Our math program uses the Singapore Math learning method, which uses three distinct approaches to understanding mathematical concepts and problem-solving. It uses the concrete to pictorial to abstract approach and encourages students to actively think, understand, and communicate to solve math problems.
Daily life at Yavneh school focuses on character and skill-set development, such as teamwork, empathy, kindness, perseverance, etc. We utilize our signature Keshet of Kavod program, morning meetings, closing circles, and buddy activities to help our students develop resilience and healthy social-emotional awareness.
Explore the curriculum guides for each grade level
Daily Schedule
Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday
8:15 am – 3:30 pm
Wednesday
8:15am – 2:30pm
Friday
8:15am – 3:00pm
Snapshot of core subject areas per week
| Subject | Per Week |
| Reading | 5 |
| Writing | 5 |
| Math | 5 |
| Hebrew | 5 |
| Science/STEAM | 3 |
| Social Studies | 3/4 |
| Jewish Studies | 3 |
| Art | 2 |
| Music | 2 |
| PE | 2 |
| Electives | 3 |
Specialty Club Offerings 2025-2026
- Lego Club (All ages)
- Jr. House band (Grades 5-8)
- Survivor Club (Grades 5-8)
- Cheer Club (Grades 1-4)
- Drawing Club (All ages)
- Exploring club (All grades)
- Makhela Aliza (Lower School Choir – Grades 1-4)
- Soccer club (Grades 5-8)
- Basketball Club (All ages)
- Mock Trial Club (Grades 5-8)
- Trash picking up club (All ages)
- Yoga Club (Grades 1-4)
- Garden club (K-4)
- Admissions Ambassador Club (All ages)
- Shabbat Shaband (Grades 5-8)
- Shishi party! (All ages)
- Announcements Club (All ages)
Elementary News
Gan Rules
"We are picking up the trash, because we want our environment to be cleaned."~ Maya Kitah Gan students worked together as a community to create their classroom rules, following the school wide principles of taking care of yourself, taking care of each other, and taking care of our environment (classroom and school). They became so [...]
Moving Up Ceremony
We are so proud of our students for all they’ve accomplished this year! The last day of school began a beautiful Moving Up Ceremony. Each grade led a song, prayer, and reflection on the past year. It was a joyful moment shared with families, teachers, and friends—mazal tov to all!
Art Walk and End of Year Concert
This week’s Art Walk & End-of-Year Concert was a powerful night of creativity, identity, and community. From rocking performances to the moving 8th Grade Identity Installation, our students showed how the arts give voice to who they are and who they’re becoming. At Yavneh, all students are seen. Identity isn’t just taught — it’s lived, [...]
