Vermont's first Jewish elementary school is located in the heart of Burlington, within walking distance to the University of Vermont and downtown Burlington.
Guided by talented educators and enriched by the spirit of community, Tamim Academy prepares students for purposeful lives by empowering them with a positive self-concept, a passion for learning, and Jewish values.
Key components of our school include a whole child approach, an integrated curriculum, immersive Hebrew language lessons, and experiential learning opportunities with a focus on nature and the arts. Financial aid is available, as is after care and a nutritious meal plan.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Average class size: 6 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Dual Language Immersion Program
Secondary Immersion Language
Other
Year Founded
2020
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
32 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 12%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
6 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Financial aid available.
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Tamim Academy often compared to?
Tamim Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Brownell Mountain School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Tamim Academy?
The application deadline for Tamim Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Tamim Academy vs. Brownell Mountain School
The nearest high school to Tamim Academy is Mill School (the) (1.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Mater Christi School (0.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
50 Mansfield Avenue
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 658-3992
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 658-3992
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 357 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Y. M. C. A. Preschool And Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool
266 College Street
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 862-9622
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 862-9622
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 122 students
Stepping Stones Children's Center Inc.
Daycare / Preschool
75 Hayward St
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 860-1915
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 860-1915
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 18 students
Centerpoint
Special Education School
81 West Canal Street
Winooski, VT 05404
(802) 654-7711
Winooski, VT 05404
(802) 654-7711
1.1 miles
Gr: NS | 21 students
136 Locust St
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 862-6696
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 862-6696
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 228 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Mill School (the)
Special Education School
278 E Allen St
Winooski, VT 05404
(802) 419-6100
Winooski, VT 05404
(802) 419-6100
1.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 26 students
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(Catholic)
99 Proctor Avenue
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 862-6521
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 862-6521
1.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 376 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Augmentative Learning/movement Center
Special Education School
72 Ethan Allen Dr
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 658-9175
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 658-9175
2.2 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 13 students
Centerpoint School
Special Education School
1025 Airport Dr
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 488-7711
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 488-7711
2.2 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 40 students
75 Green Mountain Drive
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 865-8084
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 865-8084
3.5 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 98 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
50 Mansfield Avenue
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 658-3992
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 658-3992
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 357 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
136 Locust St
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 862-6696
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 862-6696
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 228 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
5 Saint Peter Street
Winooski, VT 05404
(802) 655-2600
Winooski, VT 05404
(802) 655-2600
1.4 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 200 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
1 Executive Drive, P.O.Box 9435
South Burlington, VT 05407
(802) 865-3344
South Burlington, VT 05407
(802) 865-3344
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 30 students Avg. class size: 7 students Sports: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mill School (the)
Special Education School
278 E Allen St
Winooski, VT 05404
(802) 419-6100
Winooski, VT 05404
(802) 419-6100
1.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 26 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
50 Mansfield Avenue
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 658-3992
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 658-3992
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 357 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Y. M. C. A. Preschool And Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool
266 College Street
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 862-9622
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 862-9622
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 122 students
Stepping Stones Children's Center Inc.
Daycare / Preschool
75 Hayward St
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 860-1915
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 860-1915
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 18 students
Centerpoint
Special Education School
81 West Canal Street
Winooski, VT 05404
(802) 654-7711
Winooski, VT 05404
(802) 654-7711
1.1 miles
Gr: NS | 21 students
136 Locust St
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 862-6696
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 862-6696
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 228 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Mountain View Campus
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7530 Court St
Elizabethtown, NY 12932
(518) 873-6371
Elizabethtown, NY 12932
(518) 873-6371
9666.1 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 207 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Ferrisburgh Central School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
56 Little Chicago Road
Ferrisburgh, VT 05456
(802) 877-3463
Ferrisburgh, VT 05456
(802) 877-3463
9670.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 187 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Ausable Valley High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1490 Rt 9n
Keeseville, NY 12924
(518) 834-2800
Keeseville, NY 12924
(518) 834-2800
9670.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 342 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Ausable Valley Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1490 Rt 9n
Keeseville, NY 12924
(518) 834-2800
Keeseville, NY 12924
(518) 834-2800
9670.9 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 152 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Willsboro Central School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
29 School Ln
Willsboro, NY 12996
(518) 963-4456
Willsboro, NY 12996
(518) 963-4456
9671.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 246 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
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