Students come from Springfield, Longmeadow, Amherst, Northampton, and other communities, as well as neighboring Connecticut towns in the greater Hartford and Pioneer Valley areas. The schools K-8 curriculum allows students to excel in a wide range of subject areas. The Judaic studies program focuses on the extraordinary contributions of the Jewish people throughout history, a love for Judaism and Israel, and mastery of the Hebrew language. The teaching of Jewish ethics, values, and responsibility to serve humanity are central to the courses at all grade levels. Students in grades 7 and 8 culminate their Judaic studies with a two-week study tour of Israel.
Heritage provides plenty of opportunities for a full range of after-school activities.
Heritage Academy offers students so much more beyond a typical school day. It offers students an opportunity to elevate the human spirit and find greater meaning. It allows students to not just learn about morals and values, but to practice them. The mission of Heritage Academy is to provide a high level Judaic and General Studies education, enabling students to excel in high school and college, and to gain the knowledge and experience to become active participants in their Jewish community and their community at large.