Who Is Addlestone Hebrew Academy?
Since its inception in 1956, Addlestone Hebrew Academy has been known for innovative and individualized education, for our family-like warmth, and for fostering a sense of Jewish values and joy in our students. With small classes and nurturing teachers, every child is treated as the individual that they are and each is celebrated for their unique talents, abilities and intelligences. Our STEAM curriculum brings Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math to all of our classes, enabling our students to be ready for the 21st century workplace and this approach brings a sense of discovery and relevance to the learning. Our Judaic classes and programs help to guide our students in the exploration of their Judaism and helps them find meaning in their own lives. We take great pride in the fact that our alumni have attended universities such as Princeton and Yale (with even a Fulbright scholar among them), but are equally proud of our many alumni who are leaders that give back to their communities. Learn more about the Addlestone experience today.
Purpose Statement
Addlestone Hebrew Academy is a Jewish community school serving the Greater Charleston area. It welcomes and respects all levels of Jewish observance and embraces the concept of “Derech Eretz” – being considerate of others. Addlestone provides an excellent secular and Jewish education that prepares students to become successful, productive and inquisitive leaders. We integrate Jewish values and ethics throughout our curriculum. Addlestone’s engaging and rigorous academic program nurtures deep-thinking through experiential learning and innovative teaching. We encourage students to develop their Jewish identity by becoming knowledgeable Jews – proud of their religion, heritage, and the land of Israel. Addlestone provides graduates with the confidence and skills to become model citizens in a rapidly changing world.
Programs
Early Childhood
Tiny Tots (12 months) - EC4
AHA provides a warm, caring environment in which young children can safely grow and learn. We recognize and respect that children grow and develop skills and abilities on individual timetables.
Lower School
Kindergarten - 4th grade
Middle School
5th grade - 8th grade
Lion's Den
After School Program
What Type of Education Do We Offer?
STEAM curriculum – Integration of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math into the curriculum from 12 months to 8th grade, as well as trilingual instruction.
- Nurturing Environment – Small class sizes to ensure individualized attention and commitment to educating the Whole Child.
Jewish warmth and values – Moral development education and spirited Judaic programs.
After School Enrichment Program – Full array of after-school programs for the enrichment of children with busy parents.
We are a member of SCISA and PRIZMAH, the Jewish Day School Network and participate in multiple SCISA competitions and programs throughout the school year. We offer trilingual instruction with Hebrew from 12 months to 8th grade and Spanish beginning in 5th grade. Our small class sizes offer incredible student-teacher ratios and provide the opportunity for individualized learning. As the culmination of the Addlestone experience, our 8th grade students travel to Israel each spring. Our students graduate with a strong sense of self and a deep connection to their Jewish heritage.
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Lion’s Den: After School Program
Our Community
Our families and community are the reason we do what we do. Without the support of community leaders and parents we wouldn’t be able to share the values and benefits of a Jewish education with the Charleston community. Click below to give, or if you are a parent looking for resources click the parent resources button below.