We have received incredibly positive feedback on these programmes for Year 8 and hope that the cohort will make the most of what’s on offer and continue strong friendships with each other.
Below is an outline of what we hope your children will partake in:
1. MHS Bnei Mitzvah Learning Programme
This is our core weekly programme, expertly run by Rabbi Zack Ford. It provides an invaluable space for learning and growth during this significant year. We have seen last year’s group form fantastic bonds and deepen their connection to Judaism.
When: Wednesdays, 6.00pm–7.00pm (during term time) Time TBC
For: Any year 8s. Please note this class will be joined with the new year 7 cohort too.
Cost: £650 for members per year. £710 for non members
To sign up: Please fill in this form Muswell Hill Synagogue – Bnai Mitzvah Sign Up, Year 7&8 2026/27 – Prefilled form. Once this has been filled in, an invoice will be sent to you.
2. RClub – Social
RClub is the perfect place for our Year 8s to unwind and socialise with their friends over pizza. Run by our wonderful Youth Leaders, Mazzy and Aden, and overseen by our new Youth Director (soon to be recruited), this is a primarily a fun social club that sometimes includes light, informal educational content, and always pizza. The kids love it.
When: Wednesdays, (Time TBC)
For: All year 8s
Cost: £8.50 for members per session / £10 for non-members per session
To sign up: Fill in this form by 13 July Muswell Hill Synagogue – RClub Sign Up Year 7&8 2026/27 – Fill in form. An invoice will be sent to you once the form has been received.
*Please note that RClub runs together with the Bnai Mitzvah group and is not designed as a standalone programme.
3. The Zone
We are delighted to once again offer The Zone, a fantastic initiative run in partnership with 12 other United Synagogue communities. This is an event-based programme on Sunday mornings, offering exceptional experiences at various North London locations. Please note that booking is for the entire five-event series.
When: Select Sundays, 10.15am – 12.15pm, dates TBC
For: All Year 8s
Dates & Themes (last year subject to change) :
Unravelling Medical Ethics and First Aid
Mitzvah Day Volunteering
Jewish East End Treasure Hunt
Exploring Jewish Law and Secular Law
Social Action & Purim Fun
Shabbaton & Havdallah Challenge
Cost: £75 for the full series of five events.
To sign up: Bookings are administered centrally by Tribe. For more information, please email thezone@tribeuk.com.
4. Community Chesed (Kindness) Opportunities
We have opportunities for our young people to engage in acts of chesed. Our first project will be in the beginning of September, delivering honey cakes to housebound members for Rosh Hashanah. This programme will be administered through RClub and the whats app group below, so please sign up to both if you would like to be involved!
5. Young Wardens Programme (Ages 11+)
For those interested in learning one of the vital leadership roles in our community, we are launching a new Young Wardens Programme. This is a hands-on experience where participants work alongside our Shul Wardens on Shabbat mornings. A commitment of at least 12 Shabbat mornings over a set period is required. If your child is interested in knowing more, please email me directly at tracey@muswellhillsynagogue.org.uk.
6. GCSE
We are pleased to be offering an opportunity for your children to take an early GCSE Religious Studies (AQA) course. This is a fantastic chance for your child to gain an additional qualification in a supportive and engaging environment. Our small and supportive group (with year 9s) will learn techniques for essay writing, mastering exams, critical thinking all while gaining valuable Jewish knowledge.
If you and your child would like to receive more information about GCSE please sign up here Muswell Hill Synagogue – Year 8-9 GCSE 2026/27 Sign Up – Fill in form.
7. Join our Whats App Group for Year 8 parents (current year7s)
Stay up to date with everything going on for this year group – message Tracey to be added to the group.
The programme that we have developed for year 8s means that you will need to choose if your child attends the Bnai Mitzvah class or starts GCSE, it is not possible to do both as they will run at the same time. It’s also too much for one child to do all three on a Wednesday evening.
We are so excited for the year ahead and hope your children will join us. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions at all or want to talk through the options.