South Peninsula Hebrew Day School provides a rigorous Jewish and general studies education and encourages our children to grow in the learning of Torah, and to identify with the Jewish people and with the State of Israel.
We are affiliated with Torah Umesorah, the National Society for Jewish Day Schools.
Our school features teachers bringing knowledge and experience into the classroom; Judaic studies shaping our children's future; Hebrew as the vital Jewish language; academic excellence in general studies today to allow students to meet the challenges of tomorrow; parents and teachers working together for our children's education; a diverse and open community enabling a unique and memorable student experience and recognizing students as individuals to facilitate learning.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
241 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Admissions Director
Maya Yaniv
Admissions Associate
Marisa Carrasco
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: To learn. To grow. To play. To celebrate. To discover.
- South Peninsula Hebrew Day School provides a rigorous Jewish and general studies education and encourages our children to grow in the learning of Torah, and to identify with the Jewish people and with the State of Israel.
- We are affiliated with Torah Umesorah, the National Society for Jewish Day Schools.
- Our school features teachers bringing knowledge and experience into the classroom; Judaic studies shaping our children's future; Hebrew as the vital Jewish language; academic excellence in general studies today to allow students to meet the challenges of tomorrow; parents and teachers working together for our children's education; a diverse and open community enabling a unique and memorable student experience and recognizing students as individuals to facilitate learning.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for South Peninsula Hebrew Day School?
The application deadline for South Peninsula Hebrew Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is South Peninsula Hebrew Day School located?
South Peninsula Hebrew Day School is located in the Sunnyvale West neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA. There are 10 other private schools located in Sunnyvale West.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to South Peninsula Hebrew Day School is St. Francis High School (2.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Stratford School Sunnyvale De Anza Park (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Appleseed Montessori School (0.4 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Appleseed Montessori School
Montessori School
Grades: PK-K | 93 students 0.4 miles 1302 Warner Ave
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-7338
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-7338
0.4
PK-K
93
Grades: NS-5 | 523 students 0.4 miles 1196 Lime Dr
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 617-8198
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 617-8198
0.4
NS-5
523
Community Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: NS | 225 students 0.6 miles 1098 W Remington Drive
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 739-2022
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 739-2022
0.6
NS
225
Presbyterian Early Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: NS-K | 282 students 0.7 miles 728 W Fremont Avenue
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-2253
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-2253
0.7
NS-K
282
Grades: NS-8 0.8 miles 1185 Hollenbeck Avenue
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-7170
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 245-7170
0.8
NS-8
n/a
School Reviews
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