Spain

Spain is home to two ORT affiliated schools, together bringing more than 700 students to our network.

Spain is home to two ORT affiliated schools, together bringing more than 700 students to our network.

Colegio IBN Gabirol – Estrella Toledano has provided Jewish schooling for the community of Madrid since 1965. It joined the ORT network in 2017 and welcomes 390 children aged three to 18.

It delivers an extensive curriculum above the national requirements through extra courses in Jewish education and technology, alongside a commitment to innovative and multilingual learning environments. An education at Estrella Toledano engages students in critical thinking, solid Jewish values, languages, technology, and diversity.

In Barcelona, Colegio Hatikva was set up in 1968 and caters to students of kindergarten age up to 16. The ORT-affiliated private institution follows the Spanish national curriculum, with a strong emphasis on multilingual education (Spanish, Catalan, English, and Hebrew) and ethics. Its approach integrates project-based learning, critical thinking, and intercultural competencies.

Its mission is to nurture students who are academically competent, socially responsible, and deeply connected to Jewish values and culture. The school is known for its warm, inclusive atmosphere and strong sense of community, fostering both academic excellence and personal growth.

Estonia
Catering to more than 340 students, the ORT Tallinn Jewish School is the only Jewish school in Estonia and consistently ranks among the top 20 schools nationwide.
Canada
ORT Canada is a fundraising organization that supports educational projects and raises money for global World ORT programs. It has raised millions of dollars for ORT projects in Israel.
Chile
Since its inception, ORT Chile has provided support to the government, to local businesses, and to 500 schools and institutions, helping to educate hundreds of thousands of students.