Jewish Academy of Orlando

PLEASE I NEED INFORMATION FOR MY GRANDSON. HE COME FROM KADIMAH SCHOOL BUFFALO NY. GIVE ME INFORMATION WITH TUITION.
--Submitted by a parent

I have been extremely pleased with the education my daughter has received at HDS. In addition to strong secular and Judaic curriculums, she is also exposed to weekly art, music, library, technology, P.E., and gymnastic classes. The teachers and staff are amazing - each year she falls in love with her teacher. I can't imagine a better elementary experience and strong academic base for my child.
--Submitted by a parent

Both my children have benefitted from the excellent, well-rounded education they have received from HDS. The faculty and administration really go the extra mile to see that every student reaches their potential. A great place for whole-child growth/maturity.
--Submitted by a parent

What could be better than a school that educates children through a strong academic curriculum and the values of Judaism? I wouldn't send my child anywhere else.
--Submitted by a parent

Second to none secular education with a well rounded Judaic education. Our son attended K-8th and move on to Lake Highland and was well above grade level at entry.
--Submitted by a parent

What a fabulous school! The curriculum is creative and challenging. Teachers use all of their resources to provide these kids with a well rounded education. The technology at HDS is unbelievable. No other school in the area can compare. On top of the incredible secular education, our kids are learning to read Hebrew and study Judaism in a fun, creative environment. I think our kids are very lucky to be able to attend the Hebrew Day School
--Submitted by a parent

HDS has seen its better days (if it had them). There are many better choices in Orlando. You will do yourself a great service if you choose either Lake Highland or Park Maitland for your kid's education. As another parent wrote, discipline (or lack thereof) has become a major problem. Due to the fact that so many student's parents work at the school or the parents are donors, the principal is afraid to approach the parents about the child's behavior. The administration is either ignorant to the situation or too arrogant to believe there are any problems at the school. I believe it is both! Parents find that their children are academically behind when they leave HDS but they are simply too afraid or naive to speak up. I am just 1 voice but I have spoken to and heard this same critique from others.
--Submitted by a parent

Here is the bottom line with HDS. We have had our child there for 4 years. It is good for the gifted student. If your child is not motivated, they will get by with a mediocre education. We have spoken to both admission directors at Lake Highland and Trinity and they told us frankly that the HDS education is not on par with other private schools. I do appreciate the time spent on Hebrew and Judaica but it puts the HDS kids at a disadvantage when competing with other kids. Another fact is that HDS students take the SAT which is not a good standardized test because it groups the scores with all kids not the group of kids applying to Lake Highland or Trinity. HDS is the only school that takes the SAT instead of the Iowa Test which is graded against other private school peers. This leads to inaccurate scoring.
--Submitted by a parent

Very disappointed with the school. Poor academics, lack of disciple, unfriendly people.
--Submitted by a parent

I have been very happy with HDS. The teachers are qualified and always ready to help if your child needs it. I am so glad that I picked HDS - the middle school is fantastic and I highly recommend any Jewish child to attend. Our director, Mrs. Cohen is the best!
--Submitted by a parent