JFS is a Jewish mixed comprehensive school in Kenton, North London, England. Amongst its early supporters was the writer and philanthropist Charlotte Montefiore. At one time it was the largest Jewish school in the world, with more than 4,000 pupils.

How old is JFS?

JFS was founded in 1918 by the “Jolly Sixteen”—a group of sixteen women who were committed to making a difference in people's lives.” They united four Jewish women's groups—Hebrew Sisterhood, Jolly Sewing Circle, Junior Charity League, and the Ladies Hebrew Aid Society—and established Federated Jewish Charities.

Is JFS a good school?

JFS is a truly wonderful school. This is clear from our stunning annual public examination results which see us consistently placed in the top five schools in the country outside the independent sector. JFS has a scale and depth of facilities that enables us to specialise in a wide range of curriculum options.