The administration, led by the Head of School, promotes program vision and goals. Administrators respond proactively to changing conditions to enhance our programs. Good listening and effective communication with all concerned create a sense of trust that allows staff members to operate professionally, as they plan for, implement, and evaluate all aspects of school life.  

Additionally, Addlestone’s administrators value and schedule time to foster collaboration and include as many voices as possible in the discussion.  

The administration encourages ongoing training for staff, with an emphasis on the necessary skills needed  to build positive relationships, understand children’s development, and establish good practices that involve our parents and the community in which we live.  

Administrators help with programs and teacher support and are available to answer questions from parents, as needed. 

At Addlestone, as at most independent schools, our volunteer Board of Trustees partners with our Head of School to support and develop the school’s vision, strategic planning, and culture. Board committees welcome parent and community volunteers whose energy and expertise help develop all aspects of our school program.  

To represent the spectrum of the Charleston Jewish community, Addlestone’s constitution seats two representatives from each local congregation and provides a non-voting role for their pulpit Rabbis,  whose leadership adds so much to our community and school. Our trustees — parents and community members alike — govern our school with a diversity of personalities and ideas, which further enriches our students’ educational experience. We encourage future leaders to volunteer to keep our school growing,  to nurture and challenge the precious children of our school.