Middle School
Years 6 - 9
Holistic Education for Middle School Students
At The King David School, we provide a nurturing environment that emphasises academic excellence, Jewish identity, and personal growth. Our holistic approach ensures that students thrive in their learning, wellbeing, and co-curricular activities.
- Fostering a love for learning and community engagement.
- Encouraging independence and self-discovery in every student.
- Building resilience and empathy through diverse experiences.
Our Middle School
We bridge childhood and young adulthood with caring pastoral structures and high expectations. Core studies deepen while Arts, Technologies and STEAM electives broaden choice. Inquiry, targeted support and rich co-curricular opportunities prepare students for Senior School.
Discover the Journey Through Middle School
Middle School is a pivotal stage where students begin to foster independence and develop their social skills. Our curriculum is designed to support academic growth while nurturing personal connections.
Year 6
Year 6 marks the exciting introduction to the Middle Years, where curiosity, creativity, and connection are cultivated. The Kindle Program invites students to explore ideas, take risks, and discover their voice. Strong foundations in core subjects support both academic confidence and emerging passions.
Year 7
Year 7 is designed to ensure a smooth transition, particularly for those new to King David, promoting cohesion throughout the year level. A strong academic core builds essential skills and study habits, while our elective program and embedded wellbeing support ensure students are challenged, supported, and engaged.
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Year 8
Year 8 is a key developmental year that deepens academic skills and students’ independence. Through Passion 4 Thinking, students strengthen their research and critical thinking capabilities, while experiential learning and a broad elective program build communication, confidence, and readiness for the challenges of Year 9.
Year 9
Year 9 emphasises agency, independence, and academic rigour. Students take increasing ownership of their learning, with the Nitzan Program intentionally supporting voice and responsibility alongside rich electives and an immersive Israel seminar that deepens identity and perspective.
Learning
Empowering Minds
Middle School is a pivotal stage where students cultivate independence and develop essential social skills. Our curriculum is designed to inspire academic growth while nurturing a strong sense of identity.
Year 6
Core Subjects
- Art
- Classroom Music
- English
- Hebrew
- Humanities
- Jewish Studies
- Mathematics
- Mathematics extension
- Nafshi
- Physical Education
- Science
- Sport
- Wellbeing
Special Programs
- Enrichment
- Kindle Program
- Launch Experience
- Love of Literature
- Middle School Activity Days
- Outdoor Education
Year 7
Core Subjects
- Art
- Classroom Music
- English
- Hebrew
- Humanities
- Jewish Studies
- Learning Skills
- Mathematics
- Nafshi
- Physical Education
- Science
- Sport
- Technology
- Wellbeing
Electives
- Coding
- Creative Design
- Design Technology
- Drama
- Food and Society
- Sport Science
Special Programs
- Enrichment
- Kabbalat Mitzvah
- Launch Experience
- Love of Literature
- Middle School Activity Days
- Outdoor Education
- Project Slingshot
Year 8
Core Subjects
- Art
- Classroom Music
- English
- Hebrew
- Humanities
- Jewish Studies
- Learning Skills
- Mathematics
- Nafshi
- Philosophy
- Physical Education
- Science
- Technology
- Wellbeing
Electives
- Creative Design
- Drama
- Digital Technologies - Networks & Programming
- Design Technology
- Food and Society
- Literature
- Media
- Sport Science
Special Programs
- Enrichment
- Kabbalat Dorot
- Launch Experience
- Love of Literature
- Middle School Activity Days
- Outdoor Education
- Passion for Thinking (P4T)
Year 9
Core Subjects
- English
- History
- Jewish Studies
- Mathematics
- Mathematics Extension
- Science
- Wellbeing
Electives
- Art
- Business Studies
- Drama
- Forensic Science
- Geography
- Hebrew
- History of Sport
- Literature
- Media
- Music
- Philosophy
- Sport Science
- Technology
- Torah Trails
- Visual Communication Design
Special Programs
- Nitzan
- Outdoor Education
"You all have been huge parts of all our lives and have shaped our kids to be the mensches they have become. You have all given them beyond your subjects requirements and we are eternally grateful."
Dina
KDS Parent
Embracing Our Jewish Heritage Together
At King David School, Jewish life is woven into the fabric of our community. Through prayer services, festivals, and social justice initiatives, students deepen their connection to their heritage.
- Weekly Nafshi prayer services and student-led Shacharit.
- Engaging in Festivals and Chagim throughout the year.
- Opportunities for Tikkun Olam and social justice involvement.
Nitzan Program
In Year 9, students spend Wednesdays in Nitzan—a full-day programme for real-world learning and wellbeing. With active starts, hands-on projects, key accreditations and community initiatives, they grow confidence, purpose and belonging.
wellbeing
Connection and Mindfulness
Our Kesher Program provides a nurturing daily homeroom environment that emphasises mindfulness and social skills. Through our Wellbeing Curriculum, students engage in workshops that promote mental health and personal growth.
- Mindfulness practices to enhance student wellbeing.
- Yoga sessions to promote physical and mental health.
- Teachers provide essential support for student wellbeing.
Engage in Dynamic Learning Experiences
Learning at KDS is hands-on and purposeful—through inquiry projects, STEAM and design challenges, studio arts, music and drama, sport and outdoor education. Students think critically in philosophy circles, deepen Jewish Life experiences, and stretch themselves through camps, clubs, competitions and community service — building curiosity, character and real-world skills.
Discover Middle School at KDS
Years 6–9 at King David combine caring pastoral structures with high expectations, rich electives and Jewish Life - so every student is known, challenged and supported.
