UJEB | United Jewish Education Board

Jewish Life

WHAT IS JEWISH LIFE AT UJEB?

The Jewish Life programme at UJEB is hinged on the understanding that Jewish life is deeply rooted in a rich tapestry of values that emphasise community, tradition, and spiritual growth. Central to this is the celebration of Shabbat,Chaggim, and all the Jewish holidays, which bring families and communities together in shared rituals and festivities. This leads to reinforcing bonds and collective identity. This rhythm of our Jewish Calendar  fosters a strong community spirit, where the values of charity, justice, and mutual support are continually nurtured, creating a vibrant and cohesive community.

Weekly sessions, before or after school, where educators engage your child in exciting enriching activities that support our programme as a cornerstone to who we are as a Jewish people.

Pillars of the Jewish Life Program

IDENTITY

The social gathering we offer, and values we teach and uphold, lead to connection with Judaism and Israel.


ENGAGEMENT

The activities and engagement Chaggim and traditions encourage a sense of heritage. For example the Pesach Seder and the UJEB Community Chagim Events like the Shavuot Family Day.

COMMUNITY

An opportunity to explore Jewish Organisations and their role in Jewish Life as well as the broader Jewish community in context with Israel.

INCLUSIVITY

By learning from others, with guided care, empathy and respect the result is a warm community spirit.


Curriculum

UJEB is the sole approved provider of Jewish education in government primary schools in Victoria through the Jewish Life program. UJEB is unique as it is the only Jewish educational organisation that is approved, accredited and endorsed by the Department of Education and Training to provide programs at government schools.

Our Jewish Life curriculum is innovative and engaging, and our program is inclusive. Our mission is to equip learners with the tools needed to passionately participate in Jewish life, by facilitating positive and inclusive Jewish learning experiences. Our tools include our community, our rituals and practices, our homeland, our values, our texts and our language.

The curriculum is built around the Jewish calendar of festivals, and builds knowledge and skills for participating in Jewish Life. This includes festivals and cultural events, such as Friday night kiddush, the family seder and the high holidays. The curriculum also focuses on connecting our learners to their Jewish identity through our common values, language, homeland and texts, ensuring a meaningful and enduring connection to our community.

During each session our engaging and interactive activities encourage a love for our culture, and ensure that Jewish learning is a positive experience. Our children grow into proud, passionate and active members of the Australian Jewish community, and Australian society as a whole.

Participating Schools - Morning (8:00-8:45am)

Brighton Beach Primary School

MONDAY

Carnegie Primary School

TUESDAY

Lloyd Street Primary School

TUESDAY

Caulfield South Primary School

WEDNESDAY

Participating Schools - Afternoon (3:30-5:00 pm)

Gardenvale Primary School

MONDAY

UJEB HQ

MONDAY [OPEN CENTRE]

Caulfield Junior College

TUESDAY

Ormond Primary School

TUESDAY

Caulfield Junior College

TUESDAY

Clifton Hill Primary School

WEDNESDAY (3:30-5:15 pm)

North Eastern Jewish Centre

THURSDAY

Elwood Primary

THURSDAY

Curriculum

Term 1
TOPIC YEAR 1 YEAR 2
Jewish year: birthdays and festivals
Jewish days, weeks & months
Heroes
Stand up, don’t stand by
Participating in a seder
Contributing to a seder
Term 2
TOPIC YEAR 1 YEAR 2
Israel’s birthday: achievements to be proud of
Geography: cities towns and Kibbutzim
The story and practices
The characters
Rules are important
Jewish peoplehood
Term 3
TOPIC YEAR 1 YEAR 2
Chessed – respect
Tikkun olam – a better world
Our synagogue
A special wall – the Kotel
Teshuva – the best me I can be
Teshuva – caring for my friends and family
Term 4
TOPIC YEAR 1 YEAR 2
The sukkah – appreciation
The 4 spices – unity
We are family – the main families in the Torah
Becoming a nation – Living in ancient Israel
Jewish pride
Lighting the way, a positive example

Bev Brand

Jewish Life Manager

Louise Bruer

Jewish Life Curriculum Manager

Fee Assistance

UJEB’s policy is that no child misses out. If you are experiencing financial hardship, please apply for a payment plan and/or reduced fees. 

Participating Schools