Admissions

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WELCOME

Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Talmud Torah

VTT delivers an inspirational experience by blending the power of community with an outstanding academic program. The result is students who are lifelong learners, engaging the world through Jewish traditions and values. Starting with our exceptional early childhood program, the VTT educational approach promotes critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity, enabling students to acquire the knowledge, skills and confidence they will need to meet the challenges of a century in which change is a constant. Individual needs are met by recognizing and supporting diverse learning styles. In addition, students are encouraged to develop their unique strengths and interests through our ISTEAM (Israel Innovation, Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) program, (competitive) athletics, plant-based learning and community gardening program, and specialities such as drama, music and the visual and performing arts. A student can be considered for admission if at least one parent is Jewish or the family is converting to Judaism under the supervision of a synagogue rabbi.

We are currently booking tours and accepting applications for children born in 2019, 2020 and 2021 for the 2024-25 school year. Email Tammy Kalvari, Senior Admissions Manager, to come for a visit! You can also get a sneak peek of VTT by watching our new promo video HERE.

Our Admissions Office is here to answer your questions. If you have never visited our campus, CLICK HERE to view photos of our innovative learning environment and our energetic school life.

For those exploring a Jewish education for the first time, Judaic studies promote reasoning, civil discourse, logic, history, and learning how to question and be a student. There is also an inherent character-building and values component to any Judaic studies curriculum. You might appreciate this fascinating article: "Talmud-Inspired Learning Craze Sweeps South Korea."

And in case you need any more convincing of the value of a Jewish day school education, check out this article: Ten Reasons to Send Your Student to a Jewish Day School.

Jewish families from a broad spectrum of religious, national and economic backgrounds are welcomed into our inclusive school community. Every member of the VTT family is valued.

The Value of a Jewish Education

VTT students come to appreciate the value of Jewish traditions, learn to communicate using the richness of Hebrew language, develop a vibrant connection to the State of Israel, experience the joy of Jewish practice and develop a uniquely Jewish lens on the world. With a solid academic foundation, our graduates are accepted to and excel in the schools of their choice. VTT alumni are leaders in their respective fields living lives informed by Torah and based on a strong moral compass grounded in Jewish ethics and teachings.

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As a graduate of both Jewish elementary and secondary school and as a parent of three children who have graduated from Vancouver Talmud Torah, I have great passion and conviction for the cause of Jewish day school education. I personally encourage you to learn for yourself the difference a VTT education can make for your family. Feel free to email me, Jennifer Shecter, at [email protected] with days and times that are convenient for you, or call me at 604.736.7307, x3474. I promise to get back to you within 24 hours.

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Acceptance Criteria

The Admission Committee evaluates students based on school records, teacher recommendations, and school visits. Decisions prioritize each student's best interests. If all openings are filled, qualified applicants may enter a wait pool. While we strive to accommodate all families, acceptance cannot be guaranteed.

HOW TO APPLY

To get started, follow these steps for Grades 1-7:

Visit talmudtorah.com/inquire to complete and submit an online inquiry form
Once completed, you can continue with the online application process
A completed application includes:
$180 non-refundable application fee payable to VTT
Academic transcripts from your current school (last two years)
Other documentation to assist us in our review, including academic and/or other assessments, including IEPs
Copy of applicant’s birth certificate
This process applies to applicants in grades one to seven only.
Upon receipt of above, the process is as follows:
Online meeting with admissions team
Online meeting with division principal
Reference check with applicant's current teacher
Admissions committee reviews application
Families have one week to accept offer and submit all enrollment requirements, including non-refundable non-transferable deposit
Opportunity to apply for tuition assistance, if applicable
If tuition subsidy granted, 10 days to submit payment plan to finance office

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FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD AND SENIOR KINDERGARTEN

Follow these steps:

Visit talmudtorah.com/inquire to complete and submit an online inquiry form
Once completed, you can continue with the online application process

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TUITION
View our school fees for the 2024-25 school year.

2024-25 TUITION

AFFORDABILITY
The VTT Board and leadership team are proud to offer an affordability program aimed at helping more families enroll at VTT and stay through graduation. To learn about our Affordability Program (multi-student discounts of up to 30%), click the button below:

AFFORDABILITY

The deadline to submit your AP Certification is in early 2024
VTT will also continue to provide substantial tuition assistance to make a quality Jewish day school education available to families regardless of financial circumstance. Last year, we provided over $1.64 million in tuition subsidies to our families. The deadline to apply for TAC is in Tuesday, April 30, 2024. To apply, click the button below:

Apply for Tuition Assistance here

APPLICATION AND ENROLLMENT TIMELINE

Applications for Grades One to Seven should be submitted by mid-February. Pending space availability, families may apply outside these deadlines. All applications are reviewed by our admissions committee.

Ongoing

PERSONALIZED TOURS

Click here to submit an inquiry and book a tour.

November 20, 2023

NEW APPLICANT DEADLINE

Rishonim, Junior Kindergarten, Senior Kindergarten

Starting in December

EARLY YEARS OFFERS OF ENROLLMENT

Rishonim, Junior Kindergarten and Senior Kindergarten

Offers of Enrollment emailed to current and new years childhood families

1 week to complete

EARLY YEARS ENROLLMENT DEADLINE

Rishonim, Junior Kindergarten and Senior Kindergarten

Deadline to enroll

From February onwards

GRADE 1-7 OFFERS OF ENROLLMENT

Offers of enrollment emailed to new families applying for Grade One to Grade Seven

April 30, 2024

TUITION ASSISTANCE DEADLINE

Deadline to apply for Tuition Assistance

For questions regarding the admissions process, please call or email our Senior Admissions Manager, Tammy Kalvari, at 604.736.7307 or [email protected].

A VANCOUVER TALMUD TORAH GRADUATE WILL:

VALUE

Value a life that is informed by Torah, as well as Jewish traditions, rituals and culture and develop a strong moral compass grounded in Jewish ethics and teachings.

TAKE

Take responsibility for self, family and community and will understand their obligation to foster and model the principles of Tikkun Olam as proud members of K'lal Israel (the Jewish Community).

THINK

Think critically, continuing to develop analytical and problem-solving skills, while applying a love of learning to the lifelong pursuit of knowledge and new ideas.