Education Guides
Hebrew learning, schools, universities, and educational resources for new immigrants
6 Guides •20-40 min each • Beginner Friendly
Tzaharon (After-School Programme) Funding for Kindergarten Children
The Ministry of Labor helps fund tzaharonim (after-school programmes) for kindergarten-age children whose parents work or study. Funding is available for couples living in socioeconomic clusters 6–7 and single parents in clusters 6–10. This guide covers eligibility, application, funding levels, and how the process works.
After-School Program Subsidies for Children in the Education System
The Ministry of Education subsidises the cost of public after-school programs (tzaharon) in kindergartens and in grades 1–2, based on the [socio-economic cluster](https://www.cbs.gov.il/he/mediarelease/doclib/2024/230/24_24_230t1.pdf) where your family lives. Prices for these programs are regulated and subject to maximum pricing set by the Ministry of Education.
Registering Your Child for a Recognised Daycare Centre
Any baby or child up to age 3 who is an Israeli resident or citizen can register for a government-supervised recognised daycare centre (ma'on yom). The daycare may not refuse to register your child for any reason, including excess demand.
Evaluation of Foreign Academic Degrees and Diplomas
Foreign academic degree evaluation in Israel — what it's for, how to apply through Misrad HaKlita's Personal Area, the document list and contact details. The evaluation is required for public-sector salary grading and access to public tenders.
Daycare and Family Daycare Funding for Oleh Parents
The state helps Oleh parents cover the cost of supervised daycare centres and family daycare frameworks. As an Oleh, you may be entitled to funding at Grade 3 of the tuition participation table for each of your children — with no means test required.
Bagrut Exam Accommodations for Olim Students
From the 2015 school year onwards, students who made Aliyah and are studying in grade 10 or above are entitled to accommodations and adjustments in their Bagrut (matriculation) exams. Here's what you need to know.