Austin Jewish Academy

Although we are not Jewish, we still respect Jewish values and could not be happier with this school. I found this treasure not online, but through my nephew. His daughter, Aliyah attended their Early Childhood Program and I went to her graduation.
So as my (now) 5yr old daughter graduated from PreSchool, it was time for our hunt for Kindergarten this year… After visiting various different private schools, my mother and I ran into some pretty nice people. But none compared to the warmth that we experienced from the staff at AJA during orientation. Immediately, my mother, myself and Lyric (my daughter) felt so welcomed and so at home.
Not-​surprisingly-​so, although Lyric startered Kindergarten 30 days after school had already began at AJA, they made her so comfortable, that her transition here was as seamless as can be. Since day one –up to now, she cannot stop telling everyone she knows (including strangers) about her new school.
And most importantly, she is beginning to read. Her wonderful teacher, Mrs. Duncan, sends home 5 new sight words each week. The fun and creative activities that Mrs. Duncan utilizes to incorporate learning words, and the way numbers work together keeps my daughter inspired and motivated to learn more and more every day.
I also appreciate the communication between our teacher, reception and the rest of the staff. No stone seems to be left unturned and the many activities for the adults keeps us busy, involved and interactive with our children, as well. I am grateful to get to know this very loving community and as long as I am living in Austin, I will keep my child here.

My two sons have gone to this school since Kindergarten. One is now in third grade and one in first. The teachers and staff are amazing and the kids learn way more than what kids do in public school (I know this because I have seen the homework kids do in public school and it is a joke). The school is more like a big family, than an institution. Every teacher and staff knows each child by name and it is not unusual to see teachers hug the kids as if they were part of their own family. Jewish holidays and values are taught and celebrated, but there are actually many non-​jewish children who attend just because it is such a great school. Parents are VERY involved and kids seem to feel extremely secure and loved and supported here.

Our kids thrive with AJA’s small classes, personalized instruction and holistic approach that creates lifelong learners. Go check it out with a visit!