When is it best for students to begin a Solomon Schechter education?
While children may be eligible to enter in any grade, most families start their children in Kindergarten. It is in the Kindergarten experience that the foundation for success in our school is built as children begin to master the elements of learning, including the basics of English and Hebrew language arts. In addition, our Kindergarten program lays the groundwork for the lifelong process of Jewish learning and celebration. On a case by case basis, children may enter the school in First Grade without any prior Hebrew language skills. Those children entering our school for the first time in Second through Eighth Grade must demonstrate grade-level Hebrew language proficiency before being admitted. Depending on individual circumstances, our school may offer tutoring support. At Solomon Schechter High School of Long Island, (Ninth, Tenth, Eleventh and Twelfth Grade) our primary concern in the admission process is for each child to feel successful in the school environment. To this end, we
