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Scopus schools join the United Synagogue network

The United Synagogue is to enlarge its schools network by incorporating the three London primaries under the umbrella of the Scopus Jewish Educational Trust.

December 16, 2016 16:06
Children from Wohl Ilford Primary, a United Synagogue school in Essex

ByJC Reporter, jc reporter

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Mathilda-Marks Kennedy, Simon Marks and Rosh Pinah already operate with a similar religious ethos to US schools as they are under the authority of the Chief Rabbi.

The tie-up with the US will make no difference to their admissions policies.

Stephen Pack, US president, said he was excited by the “fantastic addition to the US family. Education is a key priority for the US.”

Peter Ohrenstein, Scopus chairman, said “the US expertise and resources will ensure the continuity of an excellent Jewish education for future generations”.