Rooted in tradition, guided by vision, dedicated to every talmid
Yeshivas Pischei Olam was founded by Harav Moshe Fruchtandler, a talmid of Yeshiva Chaim Berlin in Brooklyn, NY, who saw a need for a yeshiva high school that combined the highest standards of Torah learning with a genuinely warm and nurturing environment for today's bochur.
The name Pischei Olam — "Portals of the World" — reflects our founding philosophy: that a true Torah education opens every door in life. A bochur who is grounded in Torah, refined in character, and confident in his identity can face any challenge the world presents.
What began as a small yeshiva of 24 bochurim in a modest building has grown, with Hashem's help, into a thriving institution of over 120 talmidim, with a dedicated faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and an alumni network spanning yeshivos and communities across the globe.
Our mission is to cultivate talmidim who are genuine bnei Torah — young men who love learning, live with integrity, and grow continuously throughout their lives.
Yeshivas Pischei Olam is committed to providing each talmid with a transformative Torah education that develops his intellectual capabilities, refines his character (middos), strengthens his emunah, and prepares him for a life of Torah and meaningful contribution to Klal Yisrael. We pursue this mission through rigorous learning, genuine personal attention, and a warm communal environment where every bochur is seen, valued, and challenged to grow.
We cultivate a genuine love of learning, not merely academic achievement. Bochurim learn to value Torah as the breath of their soul and the joy of their lives, not merely as a curriculum to complete.
Every talmid is created b'tzelem Elokim and treated with unwavering respect and dignity. We cultivate an environment free of bullying, exclusion, and negativity — one where every bochur can flourish.
Davening, Mussar, and Shabbos observance are not obligations to endure but opportunities to cultivate. We help bochurim develop an authentic, personal relationship with Hashem that will sustain them throughout life.
Our yeshiva community is a genuine family. We foster deep bonds between talmidim that transcend the years they spend in our walls and become the foundation of a lifelong kehilla.
We hold honesty and intellectual integrity as non-negotiable. In learning, in personal conduct, and in relationships, we train bochurim to pursue and live by truth in all areas of life.
We believe that every person has unlimited capacity for growth, and we create the conditions — challenging learning, personal mentoring, and reflective Mussar practice — for that growth to unfold day by day.
Our faculty are not simply educators — they are role models, mentors, and genuine lovers of Torah who dedicate their lives to our bochurim.
Harav Fruchtandler learned in Yeshiva Chaim Berlin in Brooklyn, NY. He founded Pischei Olam with a vision that has since transformed hundreds of talmidim. His shiurim are legendary for their clarity, depth, and warmth.
Rabbi Kurtsman learned in Yeshiva Chaim Berlin in Brooklyn, NY. His profound understanding of human nature, his gentle approach, and his deep commitment to mussar and avodas Hashem have made him an irreplaceable pillar of the yeshiva.
A brilliant product of Beth Medrash Govoha, Rav Horowitz joined Pischei Olam in 2014. His ability to break down complex Talmudic analysis into clear, exciting frameworks has earned him enormous love and respect from his talmidim.
Rav Goldstein is known for his exceptional patience and his gift for meeting each bochur exactly where he is. He builds strong Gemara fundamentals in younger bochurim while igniting a love for learning that carries them through all their years in yeshiva.
Rabbi Levi combines his role as our Halacha rebbe with oversight of the dormitory program. His encyclopedic knowledge of Shulchan Aruch and his natural gift for connecting with teenagers make him uniquely suited for both roles. His door is always open.
Rabbi Leibowitz oversees the day-to-day operations of Yeshivas Pischei Olam, ensuring that every aspect of yeshiva life runs smoothly and efficiently. His dedication to the yeshiva and its talmidim ensures that both families and staff are well supported at every step.
We welcome prospective families to visit our beis medrash, meet our rebbeim, and experience the warmth and energy of Pischei Olam firsthand.