Contra Costa Jewish Day School

955 Risa Road Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 284-8288 Fax: (925) 284-8289 [email protected] ccjds.org
Head of School Eden Allswang Bruner (925) 284.8288 [email protected]
Admissions Director Dorit Hetz-Crane (925) 284-8288, x 120 [email protected]

An independent Jewish community day school in Lafayette, founded in 2001, serving families from across the East Bay. Offers full-day kindergarten through eighth grade. Committed to academic excellence through a dynamic curriculum that integrates outstanding general and Judaic studies. Highly qualified, devoted teachers foster a love of learning within a nurturing, values-driven environment. With a low student-teacher ratio and small class sizes, students receive individualized attention and differentiated instruction tailored to diverse learning styles. Every classroom emphasizes intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, strong character and personal responsibility.

The school proudly reflects the diversity of the Jewish community. Families represent a wide range of religious practices, cultural backgrounds and family structures, including families from Israel and the former Soviet Union, LGBTQ+ families, single parents, families of color and multigenerational households. A welcoming, inclusive community where every child is supported and inspired to thrive.

Students graduate as confident learners and engaged community members who see themselves as torchbearers of a rich Jewish tradition rooted in inquiry and purpose. To support busy families, school provides transportation from Oakland, Berkeley and Walnut Creek, as well as a vibrant aftercare program featuring enriching extracurricular activities.

Children grow academically, socially and spiritually—preparing them for success in high school and beyond while cultivating a lifelong connection to Jewish learning and community.