Baruch Hashem over 30 new families have joined our community since we began our campaign in the spring of 2015. Many more families continue to come see our community and we hope you will join them. Families have moved to Rochester from cities such as Lakewood, Brooklyn, Baltimore, Chicago and Monsey. See what some of them have to say about Torah Life in Rochester in our reviews below. All reviews are taken from our Google Reviews page.

Mordechai and Malka Miriam Stein

Moved from Passaic
★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars

The frum community in Rochester is diverse but cohesive. It has the advantage of being both small and out-of-townish, while providing the opportunity to maintain a high standard of Jewish education for children and communal life. You can consider yourself “yeshivish” and also be yourself, which is very refreshing. There is no lack of availability as far as shiurim and chavrusa learning and every member of the community has an opportunity to contribute. The community is friendly and accepting while maintaining a strong level of Yiddishkeit. If you’re looking for “frum but normal,” I can’t think of a better place to attach that label. Last, but not least, this is an amazing place to raise your children.

Chesky and Rivka Serebrowski

Moved from Monsey
★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars

We moved to Rochester from Monsey with our 2 kids and were not really sure what to expect. We were totally amazed by the community here, the warmth with which we were welcomed and the seamless transition into community. The new daycare TLC, is absolutely fabulous and we could not be happier with chinuch our children are receiving. The real estate prices are low, as is the cost of living, and there is an abundance of shiurim and programs that cater to both men and women of all backgrounds.

Dr. Avrohom and Alya Akkerman

Moved from Monsey
★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars

Our family moved to Rochester less than one year ago. We have been very happy, so far, with our decision. The community is undergoing a growth spurt and we are happy to be a part of it. There is a lot to be said about added meaningfulness every family has here. It is very fulfilling. Torah life in the community is full of opportunities for everyone. Chavrusa evening program for men, wonderful group learning for boys, weekly Shabbos and other regular shiurim for women. Yeshiva Derech HaTorah is worth a very special mention as it is an elementary school with highest Limudei Kodesh and Chol standards. We also have a wonderful experience with the Orah Academy (high school for girls). Girls get very personal attention and make huge impact with their chased projects. Everybody gets a chance to shine. No review could truly encompass the experience of moving from “in-town” to “out-of-town”. Some people will probably find this an impossible move. Many, however, will find that this is just what they were missing. Akkerman Family. PS There is NO TRAFFIC HERE. Really.

Rabbi Dov and Rebecca Chastain

Moved from Portland
★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars

Rochester has been such a warm and welcoming community for our family! This past year we were looking to relocate from a small out-of-town community to a larger community with strong Torah values and a solid educational infrastructure. BH, we found the right place. We were welcomed with open arms by all of the shuls and mosdos, and amazing neighbors! We have several frum families on our block, and our children have tons of friends to play with. Brighton feels like a friendly and safe neighborhood, bli ayin ha’ra, and our children all play together on our block. It has been a great social experience for them. We also found the school we have been searching for in Derech HaTorah. The leadership and drive of Mrs. Goldstein is awe inspiring, and she has worked very hard to get our children the extra services we had not been able to provide them with thus far. In addition I have been very impressed with all of their dedicated teachers and staff. There are many daveing and learning options for me, and I feel like this is a community in which I can truly grow and raise my family. Thank you Torah Rochester for helping me connect to such and awesome community.

Yoni and Hindy Dahari

Moved from Monsey
★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars

We made the move from Monsey to Rochester in Summer 2016, and we are really happy with the community and with how warm the community is. We were able to find good jobs, and the cost of living is cheaper in regards to groceries, rent/mortgage, car insurance, all financial aspects. It’s a quiet and safe neighborhood, the schools are on par with/better than mainstream schools you would find in an in-town city. There are always shiurim for both men and women that we really enjoy. All the essential kosher grocery needs are met here. We believe Rochester is a great community to raise and grow our family.

Vitaly and Esther Kozadayev

Moved from Detroit
★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars

Many people already pointed out how warm and diverse the Rochester community is. Add to that the natural beauty of the old exquisite neighborhood, Eastman School of Music, RIT, UR and a myriad of nature paths available on every corner, and you have yourself a fare picture of the Rochester experience. But the real jewel is Derech HaTorah of Rochester. It’s not very common that boys ages 6 through 13 come home from school as say it was AWESOME almost every day. They are treated with respect, and the staff is genuinely focused on building up their self-esteem and confidence. Proper middos and interpersonal skills and interactions between students are at the top of the list. In addition, gym is 3 times a week which is certainly a welcome part of the curriculum. BH.

Rabbi Yitzi and Devorah Shulman

Moved from Westchester
★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars

We have been amazed at the incredible warmth of the Rochester community! My wife and I have each made many new friends and feel that we have become a part of this wonderful community very quickly. The community is large enough that we have a choice of minyanim, many shiurim, options for school, kosher shopping, even a newly remodeled Israeli schwarma place, yet small enough to get the small town feel where everyone knows everyone. Housing prices can’t be beat, the neighborhood is safe and beautiful, and the snow really looks nice! Looking forward to greeting you here in Rochester!

Dr. Yakov and Devora Scutaru

Moved from the Bronx
★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars

Out of town community with all the needed infrastructure. Affordable housing, no traffic, great neighbors. At the same time, there are day schools, separate high schools, easily available kosher food (and schwarma!) and 4+ minyanim to choose from. We can’t understand why anyone wouldn’t move here.

Dr. Isaac and Mira Kuyunov

Moved from Queens
★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars

I really did not know much about Rochester, not to speak about the Jewish community there. My online search has brought me to this site, Torah Life in Rochester, where I found the necessary information about schools for kids, shuls, Yeshiva, real estate, job search, and more. I was definitely surprised to find out a strong Jewish community in Rochester. My wife and I decided to visit, and we were accepted with warm welcoming. We really loved the community. Multiple functioning shuls, kosher products in stores, an impressive school for kids, extremely affordable housing, easy to navigate and clean neighborhood (Brighton), all make it a desirable place for a Jewish family. If you are still uncertain of your decision, I strongly encourage you to read through this website and schedule a visit in Rochester.