Torah Academy – A preschool-8th grade Jewish day school in northshore Chicago

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There’s no such thing as ‘the middle.’

So why teach to it?

Multi-age by design

We take play seriously.

That's why our preschool is play-based and Reggio-inspired.

What's Reggio?

Small enough to think ‘big.’

Large enough to make it happen.

Why we opened

An education for tomorrow

4,000 years in the making

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You don’t fit into a box

Neither should your school.

Why TA?

Who we are

#NoCompromising

Chicago’s North Shore has been home to Torah Academy since 2009. Located in Buffalo Grove, Torah Academy serves children from the entire Chicagoland area, providing them with a comprehensive Judaic and General Studies education uniquely designed for each student. Excellence in academics, combined with a meaningful program of Jewish values and traditions, empowers each child to grow and achieve his or her maximum potential. Our caring and inspiring teachers build each child’s confidence, cultivate the unique talents of the individual, promote character development and foster a sense of wonder for lifelong learning. Torah Academy's Early Learning Center features a preschool program for ages 3 and 4, and a full-day kindergarten. Our Elementary School Program includes first through eighth grades.

TOTS TO TEENS

Torah Academy honors every age: wide-eyed 3 year olds, inquisitive 13 year olds, and everything in between.

Early Learning Center

Early Learning Center (PreK 3 - Kindergarten) Young children are naturally inquisitive and enjoy learning. They love...

Early Elementary

Early Elementary The transition from our ELC to grade school is a smooth one, as the lower elementary classrooms con...

Middle School

Middle School Our older students truly enjoy being at Torah Academy--getting the individual attention they need ...

CO-CURRICULARS

There's a reason we don't call them "extra." In fact, we think of them as basic.

Music

Music class includes song, creative and structured movement, playing instruments and ensemble work.

STEM

Our STEM focus plays out in offerings such as robotics and coding classes, alongside a hands-on, experiential approach to science.

Art

Torah Academy's art philosophy encourages process-oriented, creative and imaginative artistic expression that instills confidence in students.

PE

Physical Education classes, taught by a former Marine, are fun, challenging, and stimulating, allowing students yet another opportunity to shine.

Numbers that talk

Since our founding in 2009, Torah Academy has developed a reputation for academic rigor in both Judaic and secular studies. Much of that is due to our unwavering commitment to individualized attention. The results speak for themselves.

6:1

average student: teacher ratio

years since we opened our doors

locales our students travel from

What People Say About TA

Looking back on my TA years, I appreciate more and more how dedicated and supportive the Torah Academy staff are. Thank you Torah Academy for being there for me, from preschool to graduation!

Yitzy Z., Alumnus

My daughter switched from public school to Torah Academy in third grade...Don't think twice about having your kids attend TA. This is the biggest gift you will ever give to yourself and your children.

Jake L., Parent

Torah Academy has been such a breath of fresh air! All of the staff, from the administration to the teachers, have been so supportive and responsive to us and our son. It means so much to us to be a part of the Torah Academy family.

Yechiel S., Parent

There is no replacement for the human touch. Torah Academy is all about the human touch and developing strong character and mind that will last long after the schooling years.

Ellen P., Parent

Torah Academy isn't just a school where I work each day, it's a family where everyone cares about each other. We rejoice in their celebrations, we share achievements and help each other reach our true potential!