Bet Shemesh Educational Center (BSEC)

Supporting At-Risk Youth Through Education, Structure, and Opportunity

The Bet Shemesh Educational Center (BSEC) is an educational and residential campus operated by the Jaffa Institute that serves more than 300 disadvantaged boys between the ages of 12 and 19, all identified as youth at risk.

At BSEC, students receive comprehensive support that extends beyond the classroom, including educational instruction, therapeutic care, and daily nutritional support, helping them build the stability and confidence needed to prepare for adulthood. Many of the boys come from some of the most economically and socially challenged communities in Israel.

A dedicated professional team—including teachers, academic and dormitory counselors, social workers, and program directors—works closely with each student to address his unique educational, emotional, and developmental needs.

Despite the significant challenges these students face, the results are

remarkable.

In 2025, 70% of BSEC graduates successfully earned full matriculation,

demonstrating the profound potential of these young men when given the right support and opportunities to succeed.

Autotech Program

The Autotech Program is an advanced academic major consisting of 10 matriculation study units that introduces students to modern transportation technologies.

Students learn through a multidisciplinary and experiential curriculum that combines theoretical instruction with hands-on learning using vehicles, mechanical models, and advanced simulation programs, transforming the classroom into an interactive technical laboratory.

Upon completing the program in Year 12, students receive both a Certificate of Accreditation and a Technological Qualification Certificate, providing them with valuable skills for future employment or further technical study.