Vancouver Hebrew Academy

About

Vancouver Hebrew Academy is located at 1545 62nd Ave W, Vancouver, BC V6P 2E8, in the Marpole neighbourhood of Vancouver. The school describes itself as a warm and inclusive elementary school serving the diverse needs of Jewish students and their families in Greater Vancouver, with a mission to teach Torah Judaism and values through a strong and balanced curriculum of Jewish and General studies.

At a Glance

School type: Independent School (Vancouver)

Education language: Vancouver Hebrew Academy offers Hebrew language as part of its Judaic Studies program, describing it as a comprehensive language acquisition program that also meets the BC Ministry of Education requirement for a second language. The sources provided do not state the language(s) used to teach the core curriculum or describe any immersion/bilingual (dual-language) instruction model.

Religious affiliation: Vancouver Hebrew Academy is a Torah Judaism-based (Orthodox Jewish) elementary school, and is affiliated with Torah Umesorah, the National Society of Orthodox Jewish day schools.

Grades: N/A

Phone: 604 266-1245

Email: vha@vhebrewacademy.com

Principal: Ellia Belson

Education Languages

Vancouver Hebrew Academy offers Hebrew language as part of its Judaic Studies program, describing it as a comprehensive language acquisition program that also meets the BC Ministry of Education requirement for a second language. The sources provided do not state the language(s) used to teach the core curriculum or describe any immersion/bilingual (dual-language) instruction model.

Religious Affiliation

Vancouver Hebrew Academy is a Torah Judaism-based (Orthodox Jewish) elementary school, and is affiliated with Torah Umesorah, the National Society of Orthodox Jewish day schools.

Programs and Services

Judaic Studies (Torah education) VHA’s Judaic studies program is designed to build students’ confidence and skills to live as Jews and encourage lifelong Jewish learning. Students study Chumash (Bible), Halacha (Jewish law), Jewish holidays and customs, Jewish History, Mishna, Talmud, and Hebrew language. General Studies The school follows the British Columbia Ministry of Education curricular framework for General Studies, customized by staff to meet individual student and class needs. The program also includes exposure to the fine arts and additional educational experiences. Athletics and extracurricular sports VHA states it offers a complete athletics program focused on physical activity, individual achievement, teamwork, and sportsmanship (specific sports are not listed).

School Culture and Expectations

The school emphasizes being “warm and inclusive,” and says it strives to create an environment where every child feels safe, respected, and accepted. It also highlights respect for the diversity of Jewish practice and customs within the school community and frames the school as a close-knit “family” of students, parents, educators, administrators, and supporters.

Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here

The school says it is located in the Marpole neighbourhood on West 62nd Avenue, about half a block west of Granville Street, within easy commute of Richmond and near the Vancouver Jewish Community Centre. The provided sources do not describe drop-off/pick-up, parking, or bus transportation procedures.

Enrollment

New students are accepted based on space availability, a personal interview between administration and prospective parent(s), and (where applicable) records from previous schools. Families begin registration by completing required forms and submitting them to the school office via email (vha@vhebrewacademy.com) or by using the online form; this is followed by an interview with the prospective family and the Head of School.