Benjamin Rothman – Shahar School

Benjamin Rothman – Shahar School is a public elementary school for inclusive special education, dedicated to students with emotional challenges and complex behavioral needs.

The school serves approximately 70 students from Bat Yam and the surrounding areas, in small, tailored classes led by a multidisciplinary team of devoted teachers, teaching assistants, and therapeutic professionals.

The school operates with a deep belief that every child can succeed, grow, and flourish when given genuine opportunities, personal attention, and the right support. At the heart of its educational philosophy lies a strong partnership with parents, founded on respect and the understanding that every parent strives to do their best for their child. This partnership is a cornerstone of the students’ progress and success.

Through a combination of professional teaching, diverse therapeutic programs, and consistent emotional and behavioral support, the school provides its students with the tools to face challenges, strengthen their sense of capability, and develop essential life skills. Its ultimate goal is for every student to graduate as an independent individual—aware of their strengths, confident in themselves, and able to understand and manage their emotions in a balanced, thoughtful, and regulated manner.