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Located in Lafayette, the Contra Costa Jewish Day School (CCJDS) combines the highest quality of academics with core Hebrew/Judaic studies. We are a CAIS/WASC-accredited, community day school, inclusive of all Jewish backgrounds, attracting students from Oakland and Berkeley as well as Contra Costa County. CCJDS prepares students for success in school and life and is a critical part of our Jewish future.
From a humble beginning with 21 students just 10 years ago, CCJDS has grown every year since, with 127 students now enrolled in kindergarten through eighth grade. Our families rave about the academics and our students’ hearts and minds are touched by the Judaics. “We chose CCJDS for its Jewish values and individuated instruction. The academic excellence, vibrant community, and our sons’ strong Jewish identity have validated that decision,” said CCJDS parents Joan and Dr. Steve Jacobs. CCJDS has also proudly placed our middle school graduates in competitive public school tracks and private school programs.
Program highlights include: our commitment to small class sizes, excellence in science education under the leadership of Dr. Michele Spitulnik, director of science education; Shir Ha Lev (song of the heart) community service programs; “To Be a Mensch” curriculum starting in kindergarten; pride in our strong math placements for ninth grade; our all-campus musical production each spring; brand new custom-built play structure; one-year-old 18,000 square-foot facility set in the beautiful rolling hills of Lafayette; and the attention and care a nurturing staff of experienced professionals provides.
We welcome your visit! For more information, contact Dean Goldfein, Head of School, at (925) 284-8288.