a vibrant, caring, student-centered community that cultivates confidence, problem-solving and leadership

Located on Chicago’s near north side, the Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School is an independent, co-educational Jewish day school with a commitment to academic excellence evident throughout general and Jewish studies. Faculty members partner with committed parents and seasoned administrators to create a vibrant, caring, student-centered community. The Day School’s approach cultivates confidence, problem-solving and leadership. Eighth-graders graduate with a solid grounding for high school and an intrinsic curiosity for continued learning. The Day School has been fully accredited by the National Association of Independent Schools and the Independent Schools Association of the Central States since 1961.

Creation

more than 60 full-time faculty members with an average 10 years teaching experience and two-thirds with advanced degrees

The Day School opened in 1946, with a curriculum that combined general education with Jewish values and culture, as well as Hebrew language. The school was renamed Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School in 1988.

Relationship with Anshe Emet Synagogue

The Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School and Anshe Emet Synagogue are separate institutions each governed by an independent board of trustees. The school and synagogue share physical facilities and they value a synergistic, collaborative learning relationship that includes the celebration of life cycle events and holidays.

Independence

The Day School embraces all denominations of Judaism and Day School families represent a microcosm of Chicago’s diverse Jewish community, with families spanning the continuum of religious practice and belief.

Teacher/Student ratio

Small class size offers an academic advantage and highly individualized attention.
Nursery, JK & SK: 1/10
Grades 1-8: 1/16 students

Faculty Profile

The Day School has more than 100 faculty & staff members, with teachers averaging about 10 years of teaching experience. Nearly 25% of our teachers have more than 20 years of teaching experience. And approximately two-thirds of our faculty hold advanced degrees.