Akiva School

Akiva School Akiva School, founded in 1954, is a private high performing, K-6 academic institution and leader

Akiva School is a private high performing, K-6 academic institution—a leader among Jewish Day schools in the South. Akiva’s mission is to pursue excellence, foster critical inquiry and inspire informed Jewish living. Akiva graduates are consistently accepted into the most selective private middle and high-schools, as well as the magnet options and are recognized as leaders in both character and ac

ademic achievement. Akiva graduates are known as leaders in their school communities as well as the greater Nashville community.

A big Akiva welcome to Ruti Apple! 💙Joining our Hebrew & Judaic Studies faculty, Ruti brings her passion for education, ...
08/29/2026

A big Akiva welcome to Ruti Apple! 💙

Joining our Hebrew & Judaic Studies faculty, Ruti brings her passion for education, entrepreneurship, and community building to Akiva.

We’re excited to have her energy and experience become part of our students’ learning journey!

What makes learning about Jewish heritage meaningful for you?

The hallways are buzzing, the smiles are back, and our Akiva Lions are ready for another year! 💙There’s something specia...
08/27/2026

The hallways are buzzing, the smiles are back, and our Akiva Lions are ready for another year! 💙

There’s something special about the first days of school. New classrooms, new adventures, familiar friends, and plenty of memories waiting to happen.

Here’s to another amazing year together!

What’s your favorite part of the first week of school?

08/26/2026

And just like that… we’re back! 💙

The classrooms are ready, the smiles are back, and our Akiva Lions are stepping into a brand-new year filled with learning, laughter, friendships, and new adventures.

Here’s to a wonderful year ahead!

What are you most excited for this school year?

Meet Jillian Neal, our new Director of Development! 💙With a passion for community building, philanthropy, and creating m...
08/25/2026

Meet Jillian Neal, our new Director of Development! 💙

With a passion for community building, philanthropy, and creating meaningful impact, Jillian is joining Akiva with a heart for bringing people together and helping our community grow.

We’re thrilled to have you on board, Jillian!

What makes a school community feel truly connected to you?

We’re so happy to have Christina Folger as part of the Akiva family! 💙As a member of our Kindergarten faculty, Christina...
08/23/2026

We’re so happy to have Christina Folger as part of the Akiva family! 💙

As a member of our Kindergarten faculty, Christina brings her passion for supporting children, building meaningful connections, and encouraging young explorers to discover the world around them.

We’re excited for all the learning, laughter, and special moments she’ll share with our youngest Akiva Lions this year!

08/22/2026

Last year gave us beautiful memories, delicious challah, and a whole lot of community spirit. 💙

So, we’re doing it again!

Join us for Once Upon a Challah, where we’ll bake, create, listen, and celebrate together as we get ready to welcome the New Year.
📅 August 30
⏰ 1 to 3 PM

Come make something sweet, share in the celebration, and start the New Year with the Akiva community.

Ready to join us? Sign up through the Google Form below! 👇
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeh4zOaDxn4k-ub7VOGCq3aorJLh-d7j1ZMETDMajzVAuEorw/viewform?usp=header

New faces, familiar smiles, and the beginning of something special. 💙We’re excited to welcome our newest Akiva families ...
08/21/2026

New faces, familiar smiles, and the beginning of something special. 💙

We’re excited to welcome our newest Akiva families into a community where friendships grow, memories are made, and every child has a place to belong.

Welcome to the Akiva family!

What are you most excited about for your Akiva journey?

A warm welcome to Amber Woodruff, joining Akiva as our Events & Operations Coordinator!💙From creating meaningful experie...
08/19/2026

A warm welcome to Amber Woodruff, joining Akiva as our Events & Operations Coordinator!💙

From creating meaningful experiences to bringing our community together, Amber is ready to help make every Akiva moment one to remember.

We’re so excited to have you with us, Amber!

A sunny afternoon, smiling faces, and new connections in the making. ☀️These are the moments that bring our community to...
07/18/2026

A sunny afternoon, smiling faces, and new connections in the making. ☀️

These are the moments that bring our community together and turn familiar faces into lifelong friends.

What do you think makes a school community feel like family?

An evening filled with community, connection, and Jewish pride.It was wonderful to see Akiva families come together to c...
07/16/2026

An evening filled with community, connection, and Jewish pride.

It was wonderful to see Akiva families come together to celebrate, cheer on the Nashville Sounds, and create lasting memories beyond the classroom.

Address

809 Percy Warner Boulevard
Nashville, TN
37205

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 3pm
Tuesday 8am - 3pm
Wednesday 8am - 3pm
Thursday 8am - 3pm
Friday 8am - 3pm

Telephone

+16153561880

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