LA JOLLA COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL
Where Proven Meets Pioneering
We continually push the envelope on innovative practices in curriculum and instruction while also being mindful of longstanding educational research. From age 3 through Grade 12, we start with dignity and then build upon a deep understanding of students and learning to cultivate a distinctive education.
Academics
We’re continually pushing the envelope on innovative curriculum and instruction to give students the tools for lifelong learning while exposing them to a range of opportunities.
Arts
The visual and performing arts give students a creative outlet for expression. Students flourish artistically, thanks to our talented faculty who are all practicing artists.
Athletics
Learning involves mind and body. That’s why ECC, Lower School and Grades 5 and 6 students have daily PE, and Grades 7 and 8 and Upper School students can choose from a variety of team sports.
CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE IN
Citizenship
Students practice citizenship—in age-appropriate ways—by building community, engaging in civil discourse and taking part in service projects.
Clubs, Flex & Enrichment
We build in time during the school day for students to explore new interests. A successful LJCDS experience includes students discovering at least one passion they didn’t know they had.
CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE IN
Design & Innovation
Students learn to use cutting-edge tools and technologies while developing an understanding of the social impacts of technology, design and business.
Dignity Model
We believe each human being has inherent worth—a belief that’s reflected in both academic and social-emotional learning.
Diverse Community
Different ideas and experiences enrich our community. We’re proud that about 45% of students identify as students of color and that 18% of students receive financial aid.
Faculty
Our talented faculty are committed to the craft of teaching. Through ongoing professional development, they seek the best approaches and incorporate them into their classrooms.
Faculty
Our talented faculty are committed to the craft of teaching. Through ongoing professional development, they seek the best approaches and incorporate them into their classrooms.
Family Engagement
LJCDS is immeasurably strengthened by each family and their partnership with the school. We welcome involvement in all aspects of our community.
Service-Learning
LJCDS’ promise, inspiring greatness for a better world, includes learning from others and using that knowledge to help make the community stronger through service.
Student Wellness
Balancing work and play is key. That’s why we’ve teamed up with Rady Children's Hospital to address student wellness. LJCDS is the only school in the U.S. to have such a partnership.
A Day in the Life
Get a glimpse of the LJCDS experience through the eyes of different community members.
OUR COMMUNITY
All on one campus in University City
LJCDS is San Diego’s only independent school to house students from age 3 to Grade 12 on one campus. This means that every day, students walk by either who they were or who they will become.