Choosing to teach rather than preach

One way of articulating Bialik College’s very strong Jewish ethos is with the statement: “We don’t preach, we teach”. A core value of Bialik College is to respect individual choice of expression when it comes to Jewish identity. The teaching is expansive and inclusive, demonstrating to students the rich mosaic of the Jewish tradition that encompasses ideologies and practices across the full spectrum of mainstream Judaism – from Orthodox to Progressive and from secular to Conservative.

Academically, Bialik College leads the field not only in consistently outstanding VCE results, topping the state in 2020, but in innovative and cutting-edge programs that stimulate and engage students in numerous ways. Whether it’s about learning to run a business, designing Apps, immersing students in Bialik in the Bush, constructing robots and drones, and using dogs as a conduit of learning in the ELC and primary school, the college is quick to respond to new approaches and ideas.

An area in which Bialik College shines is the family atmosphere and care that permeates the environment of the school. With everyone on one campus, from creche to year 12, respectful relationships are ingrained into the fabric of the school. With mentorship programs between older and younger students and leadership opportunities from year 5 through to year 12, there are opportunities for student volunteers to take on more responsibility.

This year the Bialik College information evening is an online event catering to prospective parents with children of all ages.

To register to attend and meet the Principal and Heads of School, contact registrar@bialik.vic.edu.au

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