General
Why is JCoSS different to any other Jewish school?
There is no other Jewish secondary school in the UK like JCoSS. JCoSS is a school for the whole Jewish community - Orthodox and Progressive, religious and secular. Pupils are taught to understand and respect all the UK's mainstream Jewish traditions
What do you mean by inclusive?
The school is inclusive in both its admissions policy and its ethos.
Is JCoSS a selective school?
No. JCoSS is a non-selective, state school, with no entry examination.
Does JCoSS charge fees?
No. JCoSS is free. However, in common with the vast majority of faith and particularly Jewish schools, those that can afford to will be asked to make a voluntary contribution to cover special costs such as security and Jewish education.
Isn’t JCoSS really a Reform/Progressive School?
No, not at all. JCoSS is a cross-communal school not Reform, Liberal, Masorti, Charedi or anything else.
Does JCoSS damage demand for the existing Jewish schools?
JCoSS has increased the number of places available so that the choice now lies with the parent and not the school. All schools will have to ensure the highest standards if they are going to survive in this competitive market, which is in everyone's long term interest.