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Academics
At La Jolla Country Day School, we honor that each child is an individual; therefore, the educational journey is nurtured and customized for each student. Our academic program is designed to offer students the skills and tools to succeed in a rapidly changing world and an unknown future. The curriculum fosters critical thinking, creativity and collaboration while also cultivating resiliency, adaptability, self-awareness and empathy.
COLLEGE COUNSELING
The LJCDS college counseling team strives to educate, guide and support students and their families through the college search and application process.
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About College Counseling
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
We recognize the invaluable lessons that are learned outside the classroom. Our Experiential and Outdoor Education programs are essential components of the total learning experience.
More About Outside the Classroom Learning
GIVING BACK
Social responsibility is an integral part of the LJCDS mission. The school’s promise, inspiring greatness for a better world, includes learning from others and using that knowledge to help make the community stronger.
How we are making the world a better place
ACADEMIC NEWS
Top Honors at Science and Engineering Fair 2026
4/16/2026
Middle and Upper School Students are recognized for turning curiosity into meaningful scientific inquiry.
Cum Laude 2026 Inductees
3/27/2026
Inductees from the classes of 2026 and 2027 are recognized.
NBC Reporter Visits the Upper School
3/23/2026
LJCDS students asked candid questions and gained firsthand insights into journalism from a local reporter in a small-group setting.
Going Up!
5/16/2025
Students launch high-altitude balloon, bridging science and design.
Fueling Curiosity at the Science and Engineering Fair
5/13/2025
Students are recognized at the regional and state STEM fairs.
AT A GLANCE
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70
minute class periods
28
AP Courses
670+
Class of 2025 college acceptances
La Jolla Country Day School
9490 Genesee Avenue
La Jolla, CA 92037
858-453-3440
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