La Jolla, CA · K–12
Last verified August 20, 2026
9490 Genesee Ave, 92037 · (858) 453-3440
Enrollment
1082
Student:teacher
9:1
Published tuition
$20,720–$46,500
Application fee
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Tuition by division
We don't have a grade-by-grade tuition breakdown for this school yet. The published range across all divisions is $20,720–$46,500. Most independent schools charge different rates for preschool, elementary, middle and upper school.
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Head of school
Jeff Terwin
Head of School
Jeff Terwin, Ph.D. is a seasoned educator with over 20 years of experience in independent schools, having spent the last 12 years in leadership at the Wellington School in Columbus, Ohio. He earned his bachelor’s degree at Michigan State University and his doctorate in marine biology at the University of Maryland.
Curriculum & special classes
La Jolla Country Day School is a premier independent college-preparatory school serving students from age 3 through Grade 12. It offers an innovative curriculum where students are at the center of the learning, emphasizing joyful exploration and honoring students' passions and interests.
Financial aid
La Jolla Country Day School maintains a strong financial assistance program to ensure accessibility for qualified students, using a need-based analysis that considers income, assets, cost of living, family size, and siblings in tuition-charging schools. Financial assistance is available for students applying to kindergarten through Grade 11, with priority given to Middle and Upper School applicants.
Before & after school care
Before school
Not listed
After school
Extended Day Option (Lower School), After-School Programs
Cost
Not listed
Extended-care hours and rates change yearly — parents can correct these below.
Admissions
Applications open on September 1. Families who complete the application process by February 1 will receive an email notification with the admission decision in mid-March.
Apply by
February 1
Acceptance rate
Not listed
Application fee
Not listed
What they ask for: Application, ISEE or SSAT (Grades 3-4 only), immunization records (for all grades). Sample checklists for specific divisions are available in the application portal.
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