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Vancouver Talmud Torah

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The school at a glance
Fees CA$7,944 - 17,190
Ages Not listed
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Canadian Curriculum
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Introduction

Vancouver Talmud Torah is an inclusive Jewish community day school in Canada that blends General and Judaic studies with an ISTEAM approach. From Early Childhood through Grade 7, students engage in critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity while developing a strong Jewish identity woven throughout the curriculum. ISTEAM is integrated throughout, with Early Childhood programs including ISTEAM concepts and licensed by Vancouver Coastal Health, and a 1:8 staff–student ratio. The school's Centre Stage program provides outlets in the arts, with daily art exploration, chorus, Israeli dance, and a professional spring musical. The 42,000-square-foot campus supports flexible iSTEAM spaces, two full-sized gyms, a rooftop sport field, secure learning environments, and kosher kitchens offering hot lunches. After school, Bayit provides extended-day care, and about 25 programs run Monday to Thursday. The school fosters leadership, service, and community through Chesed initiatives and a broad extracurricular program, including athletics and arts.

The Essentials

Location
998 West 26th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Z 2G1, Canada

Stages
Early Childhood Education (Rishonim age 3; Junior Kindergarten age 4; Senior Kindergarten to Grade 7)

Type
The school is an inclusive Jewish community day school

Additional learning support
Inclusive education with learning support services; differentiated instruction; universal design for learning; executive functioning coaching; social-emotional support; counselling; support for differing abilities

Country affiliation
Canada

Religious affiliation
Judaism

School day structure
Rishonim and Junior Kindergarten begin at 8:15 a.m.; Senior Kindergarten to Grade 7 begin at 8:30 a.m.; Dismissal at 3:20 p.m. (2:20 p.m. on early dismissal Fridays); aftercare available until 5:00 p.m.

Bus service
VTT bus to the JCC after school; cost $2.00 per ride; departs VTT at 3:35 p.m.; seats allocated on a first-come, first-serve basis; bus service starts September 4
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are required for Senior Kindergarten through Grade 7 during school hours. InSchoolwear is the uniform supplier. Parents are responsible for sending the student to school in a clean, well-maintained uniform clearly labelled with the student's name.

Food Options
Kosher hot lunch program is offered. A universal lunch program has been introduced.

House System
Competitive athletic teams and house leagues are part of VTT's athletics program.

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by a board of directors.
Fees

Annual tuition at Vancouver Talmud Torah ranges from CAD 7,944 to CAD 17,190 for 2026/27.

Application / Enrollment Fees and Deposits

- An annual, non‑refundable commitment deposit is charged as part of VTT's continuous enrollment process; this deposit is automatically withdrawn or charged after the continuous‑enrollment anniversary date if a family does not opt out by the deadline.
- Historical enrollment‑deposit amounts (for reference to typical practice) have included tiered non‑refundable deposits by program (for example: Preschool CAD 500; Kindergarten CAD 750; Grades 1–7 CAD 1,000 under an earlier enrollment contract). These deposits are applied against the annual tuition balance.

Tuition fees by programme / year group (published figures and recent listings)

- Early childhood / Rishonim and Junior Kindergarten:
- Published historical fee examples show half‑day and extended‑day options (example figures previously published: Half‑day program around CAD 7,944; Extended‑day program around CAD 12,072). These program formats and prices have been used as the basis for early childhood fee structures.

- Senior Kindergarten to Grade 7:
- Publicly available school payment forms from prior years listed Senior Kindergarten through Grade 7 tuition in the range of approximately CAD 17,000 (example: CAD 17,190 in a previously published payment form). Third‑party school listings show typical annual tuition for Grades 1–7 around CAD 16,990. These figures illustrate the established tuition band for the primary/intermediate program.

- Notes on year grouping and siblings:
- Multi‑student discounts and affordability adjustments are applied under the school's affordability program and the tuition assistance program; discounts of up to 30% for eligible multi‑student families are part of the published affordability program structure.

Per‑term / payment schedule detail

- Tuition may be paid in full or by instalments. Instalment schedules in prior payment forms allowed monthly installments (with post‑dated cheques or automatic withdrawals) running across the academic year; instalments are typically scheduled to start no later than April/September depending on the year and to conclude the following spring. Payment schedules are set at re‑enrollment and reflected on the family's tuition assessment. Example administrative practice included installment withdrawals on the 1st or 15th of the month.

- The school has implemented a continuous enrollment model; families who do not opt out by the published anniversary date will have the annual commitment deposit charged automatically.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Families receive a tuition assessment at re‑enrollment that specifies the total tuition and payment schedule for the year. Outstanding balances historically have been subject to interest charges if unpaid; prior contracts set interest on unpaid balances and required either full payment by an early spring date or post‑dated cheques for instalments. Failure to pay may result in account holds and enforcement actions as set out in the enrollment contract.

Boarding fees

- Vancouver Talmud Torah is a day school; boarding is not offered and there are no boarding fees.

Other costs and levies

- Universal lunch levy (2026–27): An annual universal lunch levy of CAD 950 per child (CAD 95/month) has been established for the 2026–27 school year to cover a subsidized daily kosher lunch program; the program's approximate cost per day is CAD 5.35 and the levy is embedded in tuition for Rishonim through Grade 7.

- Additional typical one‑time or program fees (examples from past payment forms and program listings):
- Graduation or Grade 7 program levies (where applicable) and yearbook or trip levies have appeared as separate line‑item fees in prior years.
- After‑school program fees, Bayit and early‑childhood aftercare fees are billed separately and have their own published refund and cancellation rules.

- Administrative or service fees: Credit‑card processing surcharges (historically 3%) have been applied to card payments for tuition or other fees in earlier published payment forms and third‑party listings.

Refund and withdrawal policy

- The school's enrollment contract states that deposits, tuition or other fees paid or owing will not be refunded or waived in the event of non‑attendance, absence, withdrawal or expulsion. The continuous‑enrollment policy treats the annual commitment deposit as non‑refundable and non‑transferable when charged after the anniversary date if families did not opt out in time. Refund terms for after‑school or extra‑curricular program fees vary by program and are published with those program policies.

Fee payment options and how payments are processed

- Accepted payment methods have included: pre‑authorized debit/automatic bank withdrawals, post‑dated cheques, cash (in person), e‑transfer for specific program payments, and credit card (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX) for some payment types. Credit card payments have historically incurred a processing fee when used for tuition or other charges. Specific payee addresses and e‑transfer destination addresses have been provided for particular programs and offices.

Tuition assistance and affordability adjustments

- The school operates two financial support mechanisms: a Means‑tested Tuition Assistance Committee (TAC) process and an Affordability Program (AP) that offers documented multi‑student discounts (up to 30%) and income/wealth thresholds for eligibility. VTT publishes application timelines and certification requirements for these programs and applies substantial tuition subsidies community‑wide.

Summary (key actionable points for a parent entering these figures in a database)

- Program tuition bands historically: Early childhood programs (half‑day/extended‑day) and Senior Kindergarten–Grade 7 programs; typical annual tuition examples have ranged from roughly CAD 7,900 (half‑day early years) through CAD ~17,000 (Senior K–Grade 7) in past published forms and third‑party listings.
- 2026–27 specific additions and policy items confirmed: 2026–27 universal lunch levy CAD 950 per child (CAD 95/month) embedded in tuition; the school implemented Affordability Program updates with multi‑student discounts up to 30% and a reported ~3% tuition increase for 2026–27.
- Deposit, payment methods, credit card surcharge (historically 3%), non‑refundable deposit and non‑refund of tuition on withdrawal are active parts of the school's fee and enrollment terms.

(End of fees overview.)
Academics

Vancouver Talmud Torah teaches Canadian Curriculum.

Curriculum
The school offers a rigorous general and Judaic studies curriculum that integrates ISTEAM (Israel Innovation, Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) and fosters a Start Up Nation mindset. Centre Stage provides an expressive and creative outlet within the arts program. In Early Childhood, ISTEAM is included and students participate in music, movement and art; the EC program is fully licensed by Vancouver Coastal Health and has a 1:8 staff-student ratio. From early childhood through Grade 7, students learn to think critically, collaborate effectively and develop creativity, confidence, and a strong moral foundation, with Jewish identity woven throughout. The curriculum includes plant-based learning and a broad range of extra-curricular activities, including athletics and enrichment in the arts.

Student Teacher Ratio
The Early Childhood program has a 1:8 staff-student ratio.

Gifted and Talented
For advanced or gifted learners, differentiated classroom extensions, advanced inquiry-based projects and opportunities to dive deeper into subject matter keep them deeply engaged.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Counselling services at VTT include two full-time counsellors providing short-term counselling and educational programs. They work with the educational leadership team, teachers, parents and community agencies to support the development and well-being of students. Annual goals include supporting individual students in focus sessions, visiting classrooms to teach SEL, coaching teachers in SEL and creating a shared SEL vocabulary. They participate in professional development and growth through ISABC's personal counsellor meeting group, mental health and wellbeing groups, FISA's school counsellor support group, and Prizmah's school counsellor meeting group, and attend student IEP meetings when appropriate. SEL tools include Zones of Regulation, Open Parachute, MindUp, Erase Bullying BC, Safer Schools Together and Social Media Education with Mediated Reality. VTT supports students with differing abilities through a Coordinator of Learning Support Services who helps teachers develop executive functioning and organizational skills.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
VTT supports students with a range of learning needs. The Coordinator of Learning Support Services works with teachers to help students develop executive functioning and organizational skills. Two full-time counsellors provide short-term counselling and educational programs aligned with the learning support approach. The school participates in professional development networks including ISABC, FISA and Prizmah for counsellor support. IEP meetings are attended when appropriate to support individual education planning.

Mental Wellbeing
Two full-time counsellors provide short-term counselling and educational programs to support student well-being. They work with the educational leadership team, teachers, parents and community agencies to support development and well-being. Annual goals include supporting individual students in focus sessions, visiting classrooms to teach SEL, coaching teachers in SEL and creating a shared SEL vocabulary. SEL curricula used include Zones of Regulation, MindUp, Open Parachute, Erase Bullying BC, Safer Schools Together and Social Media Education with Mediated Reality. VTT participates in professional groups for mental health and well-being and attends student IEP meetings when appropriate.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding and child protection are addressed through policies including the Child Abuse Policy, Harassment & Bullying Prevention Policy, Anti-Bullying Policy, Personal Information Privacy Policy, Lost/Damaged Book Policy and Field Trips Policy. Policies and forms are listed on the Handbooks, Policies & Forms page. Accessibility at VTT is addressed through an Accessibility document and Barrier Reporting Form. Field Trips Policy governs safeguarding during school excursions.
Parent Experience

History
Vancouver Talmud Torah has a 100-year history. VTT Onward: The 100 Year History is a documentary about this history. It was written and directed by VTT alumnus Adam Bogoch. The film features archival material from VTT's archives and interviews with generations of community leaders, faculty, leadership, students and alumni.

Community
The VTT community is diverse in geographic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. It embraces all Jewish families—observant, traditional, secular or interfaith. As a community school, Centre Stage and buddy programs build cross-grade connections and friendships. The Parent Action Chavurah (PAC) supports the school and parent body.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parent Action Chavurah (PAC) is the parent association that supports the school and parent body. Parent volunteers organize family dances, family Shabbat picnics, ice skating gatherings, sports outings and after-school movie screenings to build community.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Vancouver Talmud Torah operates a state-of-the-art 42,000-square-foot campus built for learning. FLEX SPACE supports iSTEAM learning (Israel Innovation, Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math). The campus includes two full-sized gyms and large multi-purpose rooms, with fantastic outdoor spaces and a dedicated early childhood playground. Indoor spaces receive abundant natural light and are equipped with a security infrastructure for a safe environment. The revitalized campus features an early years wing with a licensed extended day program and kosher kitchens offering hot lunches and catering for school and community events, as well as the largest rooftop sport field in Vancouver.

Sports Facilities
Two fully purposed gyms and large multi-purpose rooms provide space for physical education and sports programs. The campus includes the largest rooftop sport field in Vancouver for outdoor practices and activities. Outdoor spaces support a wide range of athletic activities and events. These facilities enable PE classes, team practices and school-wide athletic events.

Academic Facilities
FLEX SPACE supports iSTEAM learning, including Israel Innovation, Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. Flexible learning environments support new programs for iSTEAM learning. The campus features collaborative workspaces and lots of natural light to support student inquiry. The revitalized spaces are designed to adapt to evolving programs and to foster collaborative, hands-on learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Athletic teams include soccer, volleyball, basketball, ultimate frisbee, track and climbing, and the school operates junior and senior bands. Students participate in lunchtime activities such as choir, Israeli dance, chesed club, magazine club, debate club and D&D club, as well as intramural athletics. After dismissal, the Bayit after-care program runs until 5:00 p.m., and about 25 after-school programs run Monday to Thursday. A bus to the JCC supports Club J and additional activities. The PAC coordinates family dances, Shabbat picnics, ice skating gatherings, sports outings and movie screenings to build community.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers a rigorous general and Judaic studies curriculum that integrates ISTEAM (Israel Innovation, Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) and fosters a Start Up Nation mindset. Critical thinking and communication are honed as students collaborate on multidisciplinary projects within an inquiry‑based model that teaches them to creatively solve problems and learn how to learn. A typical day includes riveting guest speakers, curriculum-connected field trips, theme‑oriented assemblies and Jewish holiday celebrations, with hands‑on learning opportunities before, during and after school.

Arts & Creative
At VTT, daily art exploration and creation activities promote creativity. Our art, music and band faculty contribute to the development of the whole child, and intermediate students participate in professional spring musical productions through the Centre Stage performing arts program. Lunch-time activities include choir and Israeli dance, and the school offers co-curricular arts programs such as magazine club and debate club.

Cultural & Language
Hebrew language instruction is part of the Judaic studies program. The Judaic studies program also facilitates the study of Jewish rituals, holidays, the weekly Torah portion and, in upper grades, Jewish texts. The school maintains a vibrant link to the State of Israel through ShinShin, which brings young Israeli emissaries to spend a year interacting with students.

Social & Hobbies
Lunch-time activities include choir, Israeli dance, Chesed Club, magazine club, debate club, D&D club and intramural athletics. Spirit days and non-uniform days support charitable activities and strengthen school spirit. Chesed Club fosters teamwork and social involvement through service projects.

Community & Service
Chesed Club and the Chesed Leadership Program engage students in charitable initiatives and community service, reflecting a commitment to Tikkun Olam. The Chesed Leadership Program (Grades 6–7) trains student leaders who monitor at lunch, support athletic and intramural programs, participate in assemblies, and drive school‑wide initiatives and charity drives.

Leadership & Professional
Students assume leadership roles to benefit the school community. Chesed Leadership Program provides ongoing leadership training, monitors during lunch, and helps create and sustain school initiatives, assemblies and charity drives. Leaders act as ambassadors for school events and organize monthly drives to support causes they care about.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school offers a broad range of athletic opportunities, including intramurals, house teams and Tornadoes teams in volleyball, basketball, soccer, climbing, ultimate frisbee, track and field and cross country. Two full-sized gyms and a rooftop sport field support a vibrant physical education program. A host of after-school programs lengthen the day to 5 PM.
Languages

Language Provision
The school offers Hebrew language instruction through the Judaic studies program. Hebrew language instruction facilitates the study of Jewish rituals, holidays, the weekly Torah portion, and, in upper grades, Jewish texts. ShinShin brings young Israeli emissaries to spend the year with students, strengthening ties to Israel. The school helps students learn to communicate using the richness of Hebrew language and develop a uniquely Jewish lens on the world.
Admissions

Admissions
1) Inquiry and campus visit. Vancouver Talmud Torah accepts applications for the 2027–2028 school year for children born in 2022, 2023, and 2024. A tour can be booked by submitting an inquiry or emailing the Associate Director of Admissions to start the admissions process. 2) Acceptance criteria and wait list. The Admission Committee evaluates students based on school records, teacher recommendations, and school visits. If openings are filled, qualified applicants may enter a wait pool. Acceptance cannot be guaranteed. 3) Enrollment timeline. Applications for Grades One to Seven should be submitted by mid-February; outside deadlines may be possible depending on space. All applications are reviewed by the admissions committee. Ongoing personalized tours are available. January onwards includes NEW APPLICANT DEADLINES for Rishonim, Junior Kindergarten and Senior Kindergarten; Early Years offers begin in January, with Offers of Enrollment emailed to current and new Early Years families. The Early Years Enrollment deadline is one week after the Offer. From February onwards, Grade 1–7 offers of enrollment are issued; The Tuition Assistance Deadline occurs at the end of February. 4) Questions and contact. For questions regarding the admissions process, call 604.736.7307 or email the Associate Director of Admissions. The deadline to submit AP Certification is one week after receiving the Offer of Enrollment. The school provides an Affordability Program (multi-student discounts up to 30%) and a Tuition Assistance Program (TAC) with an online FAST application (USD 63 fee). AP is offered from Senior Kindergarten onwards, as is the case with TAC. The TAC fund relies on donor support and includes annual auditing of random TAC applicants; families are encouraged to notify the finance office if their financial situation changes.

Scholarships
VTT offers a Tuition Assistance Program (TAC) for families requiring more than 30% of total tuition; Applications are completed online via FAST with a USD 63 fee and are reviewed after all required documents are submitted. An award is determined if circumstances merit and a minimum tuition is paid by all families; TAC funds are supported by donors and subject to annual audits. AP (Affordability Program) offers discounts up to 30% for eligible families and is offered from Senior Kindergarten onwards; AP requires modest financial disclosure to verify income. In cases of financial need beyond TAC/AP, the Hebrew Free Loan Association of Greater Vancouver is a resource, and Emergency Financial Assistance (EFA) is available for exceptional circumstances.

Waitlist
The Admission Committee may place qualified applicants into a wait pool when openings are filled. The wait pool serves to match families with openings as they arise. Acceptance from the wait pool is not guaranteed.
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