Who Is Addlestone Hebrew Academy?
For nearly 70 years, Addlestone Hebrew Academy has helped students grow into confident learners, compassionate leaders, and proud members of the Jewish community.
At AHA, students are known, challenged, and supported every day. Small class sizes and dedicated teachers allow each child to be seen as an individual while building the strong academic foundation needed for lifelong success.
Our students engage in a dynamic dual curriculum that blends academic excellence with meaningful Jewish learning. From early childhood through middle school, students explore STEAM, music, language, creativity, and critical thinking in hands-on and engaging ways. Hebrew instruction begins early, Spanish is introduced in the lower school, and students develop the confidence to express themselves across disciplines.
Jewish values are woven throughout daily life at Addlestone. Students build a strong sense of identity, community, responsibility, and connection to Israel while learning the importance of kindness, curiosity, and respect for others.
From classroom learning to leadership opportunities, arts, technology, and experiential education, the Addlestone experience prepares students not only for high school but also for life.
Rooted in Values. Driven by Excellence.
Addlestone Hebrew Academy is Charleston’s Jewish community day school, welcoming families from across the spectrum of Jewish life.
We are committed to providing an exceptional secular and Jewish education in a warm, inclusive, and values-driven environment. Through strong academics, innovative teaching, and meaningful relationships, students are encouraged to think deeply, ask questions, and grow into thoughtful and engaged citizens.
Our approach combines academic rigor with character development, creativity, and joyful Jewish living. Students graduate with the skills, confidence, and moral foundation to thrive in an ever-changing world while remaining connected to their heritage, community, and the State of Israel.
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
Our General Studies and Judaic Studies parallel each other as students develop reading and writing skills via the Orton Gillingham and Tal Am curricula. iPads are used as a tool to enhance the learning and enable differentiation in the classroom, while STEAM projects add an element of discovery to the learning.
Middle School
5th grade - 8th grade
Middle School students study Language Arts, Math, Social studies, Science and Spanish, as well as Hebrew and Judaic subjects. The learning goes across the curriculum with the analytic skills honed in the study of Judaics enhancing the General Studies. Our students graduate trilingual in English, Hebrew and Spanish.
Lion's Den
After School Program
What Makes an Addlestone Education Different?
STEAM & Innovation
Hands-on learning in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math begins in Early Childhood and continues through Middle School.Language & Global Learning
Students build confidence through daily Hebrew instruction beginning at 12 months, with Spanish introduced in the Lower School.Music & Creative Expression
Students explore music through age-appropriate instruction, including recorder beginning in 1st grade, ukulele in 3rd grade, and guitar in 5th grade.Small Classes, Big Impact
Low student-teacher ratios allow for individualized learning, meaningful relationships, and strong academic support.Jewish Values & Community
Students grow in an environment rooted in kindness, leadership, responsibility, and a strong connection to Jewish life and Israel.Enrichment Beyond the Classroom
Clubs, athletics, arts, after-school programs, and special experiences help students discover new interests and build confidence.
At Addlestone Hebrew Academy, students are known, challenged, and supported from 12 months through 8th grade. As members of SCISA (South Carolina Independent School Association) and PRIZMAH: Center for Jewish Day Schools, our students participate in academic competitions, leadership opportunities, and enriching programs throughout the year.
Our dual curriculum combines strong general studies with meaningful Jewish learning, helping students build confidence, character, and a lifelong connection to their heritage and community. Students begin Hebrew instruction in early childhood, with Spanish introduced in the lower school, creating an environment where language learning and global awareness begin early.
Small class sizes allow teachers to truly know each child and provide individualized attention that supports academic growth, creativity, and social-emotional development. From hands-on STEAM learning and outdoor exploration to music education and arts integration, students are encouraged to think critically, collaborate, and grow with purpose. Students build musical skills and confidence over time, beginning with recorder instruction in 1st grade, ukulele in 3rd grade, and guitar beginning in 5th grade.
As the culmination of the Addlestone experience, our 8th-grade students travel to Israel, bringing years of learning, identity, and connection to life in a powerful and meaningful way.
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Lion’s Den: After School Program
Our Community
At Addlestone Hebrew Academy, community is at the heart of everything we do. Together with families, alumni, supporters, and community partners, we are building a strong foundation of academic excellence, Jewish identity, and meaningful connection for the next generation.
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