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.
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 | 4 |
| Science/STEAM | 3 |
| Social Studies | 3/4 |
| Jewish Studies | 3 |
| Art | 2 |
| Music | 2 |
| PE | 2 |
| Electives | 3 |
Specialty Club Offerings
Examples of past clubs:
- Lego Club
- Jr. House band
- Survivor Club
- Cheer Club
- Drawing Club
- Chess Club
- Dungeons and Dragons
- Exploring club
- Makhela Aliza
- Soccer club
- Basketball Club
- Mock Trial Club
- Trash picking up club
- Yoga Club
- Garden club
- Admissions Ambassador Club
- Shabbat Shaband
- Shishi party!
- Announcements Club
Elementary News
The Role of STEAM in the Lower School
Introducing science and engineering in our lower school isn't just about memorizing facts or following a recipe; it's about tapping into students’ natural curiosity to help them make sense of their world. When young students get to build with cardboard, make a density column with different liquids, or test which paper allows colored water to [...]
Welcome to a Wonderful New School Year at Yavneh!
What an incredible start to our school year! Walking through the Yavneh halls on our very first week, I am filled with pride! I am so lucky to be leading this extraordinary school, home to some of the best teachers and most vibrant families anywhere. We kicked off the first day of school with a [...]
Yavneh Celebrates Students Learning
What does learning look like at Yavneh? Sometimes it looks like a fourth grader teaching visitors how to identify real gold. Other times, it looks like a second grader proudly sharing a book of original poems or a third grader explaining how laws are made. Over the past week, families were invited into classrooms for [...]
