Head of School’s Welcome
Welcome to Bialik Hebrew Day School!
Thank you for visiting our website and for taking the first steps in exploring our vibrant school community.
It is both an honour and a privilege for me to take on the leadership, this year, of this incredible, thriving school. Here at Bialik, our students learn in an environment that is warm, safe and supportive — one where every child feels known, valued and inspired to grow. We are a school dedicated to nurturing graduates who are proudly Jewish, durably Zionist, intellectually curious, morally grounded and ready to lead.
I believe that our school has a unique ability to empower students with the knowledge, skills and pride they need to carry our Jewish heritage forward and contribute meaningfully to our world.
Since opening its doors in 1961 with only 54 students and four staff members, Bialik has grown to educate over 1,600 students this year, at our two branches in midtown Toronto and Vaughan. Whichever Branch your children attend, they will experience the same high standards, Jewish values and commitment to ongoing excellence in both Jewish and General Studies. As a parent, you will get to see for yourself Bialik’s innovative hands-on, design-thinking educational approach that incorporates STEM, environmental and sustainability learning.
At the heart of our outstanding learning environment are our administrative team and our exceptional faculty. They make our classrooms come alive each day with exciting hands-on learning. They animate our students’ experience and help guide their passions. They are dedicated to creating classrooms that are academically rigorous, inclusive and responsive to the many needs of our students.
When you join Bialik you will experience the warmth of our community and the wonderful welcome we give to all our families across the generations. You will share the joy of your children’s learning at holiday celebrations (Chagim) and on Shabbat. You will have a window into your children’s experience, joys and accomplishments at our events and Family Learning Experiences throughout the year.
I invite you to find out more about what makes Bialik such a special place. Please explore our website and reach out to our Admissions team to book your family’s personal tour.
Sincerely,
Jake Gallinger
Head of School