Fig Tree x 14Y
Bringing our joyful Jewish learning to the 14th Street Y community!
Fig Tree Classes at 14Y
Fig Tree is an independent Jewish education program where children build a lifelong love of Judaism through creativity, community, and joyful learning. We are thrilled to partner with the 14th Street Y to offer hands-on Jewish learning after school on Thursdays, beginning in Fall 2026.
Preschool Program for 3’s/ 4’s (open to students who are age 3 by September 1)
Our youngest learners explore Jewish holidays, Shabbat, music, stories, and traditions through songs, movement, sensory play, art, and imaginative games. Classes are joyful, play-based, and designed to help children develop a positive connection to Jewish life from the very beginning.
Core Program (Kindergarten - 5th Grade)
Students discover Jewish holidays, ritual, values, history, and culture through hands-on learning, including art, drama, storytelling, games, music, filmmaking, and collaborative projects. Small classes, exceptional teachers, and a warm community help every child build a lifelong love of Judaism.
Hebrew Language Course (open to students in 2nd - 6th grade)
In this yearlong course, students learn to read, write, and speak Hebrew through conversation, games, music, project-based learning, and authentic texts. Whether preparing for Bar/ Bat/ B'nai Mitzvah or simply developing language skills, students gain confidence while discovering Hebrew as a living, joyful language.
Fig Tree x 14Y Logistics
Eligibility
All families are welcome to enroll in Fig Tree classes at 14Y. Enrollment in 14Y’s preschool or afterschool program is not required. Students who are enrolled in 14Y programming will experience a seamless transition between 14Y activities and Fig Tree classes.
Location
Fig Tree x 14Y classes take place at 344 E 14th St, New York, NY.
Class Schedule
| Location | Day of the Week | Time | Class Group | Link to Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Village 14th Street Y 344 E 14th St New York, NY |
Thursday | 3:00 – 3:40 PM | 3’s/ 4’s | Register HERE |
| 3:45 - 4:40 PM | K/ 1st Grade | Register HERE | ||
| Hebrew Language | Register HERE | |||
| 4:45 - 5:40 PM | 2nd/ 3rd | Register HERE | ||
| 4th/ 5th | Register HERE |
Calendar
Fig Tree x 14Y classes follow the Fig Tree school calendar, which matches the 14Y school calendar. The first day of Fig Tree is on Thursday, September 17, 2026.
Tuition and Registration [DRAFT - will be edited]
Most Fig Tree classes run on a trimester system; families may register for one trimester at a time, or for the year at a lower per-trimester rate. Our Hebrew language class is a yearlong course, with the option to enroll for the full school year.
Tuition for 2026-27
By trimester - $725, including materials fees ($625 for 3’s/ 4’s)
By year - $1850, including materials fees ($1650 for 3’s/ 4’s)
Learn More [DRAFT - will be edited]
Curious to hear more about Fig Tree? We’ve got two options:
Attend our upcoming zoom Info Session on DATE. You can RSVP for this session HERE.
Schedule an introductory call or zoom with Executive Director Rachel Weinstein White, at your convenience. Use THIS link to set up a session.