Originally from London, Rachel studied Art and Education in the UK, after a Gap year at Michala Bayit Vegan. After her Aliyah Rachel continued her studies in Special Education and Jewish Studies at the Michlala. She completed her B.Ed at Herzog in Migdal Oz and recently completed her Masters in Art Therapy in Netanya. Rachel connects to both Midrash and Aggada and the works of Rav Soloveichik. In addition has always been interested in current affairs, both in Israel and the world, which shaped her choice of courses for the Midrasha. Rachel also serves as Mashgicha at the Midrasha which creates connections to her students over the years.
Rachel lives with her husband, Noam, in the Gush Etzion and they are blessed with 6 wonderful children.