Heschel is a dynamic TK8th grade educational community, founded in 1972 and located on a beautiful three-acre campus in the North San Fernando Valley.
We are a pluralistic Jewish day school comprised of families who observe Judaism on many different levels.
Our values of tradition, character, and community infuse students, faculty, staff, and parents with a shared vision and meaningful purpose.
Individually and collectively, we challenge ourselves to pursue excellence.
Teachers and parents work collaboratively to ensure that we offer our students challenging and diverse opportunities for growth in a secure, positive environment with the resources to enable our children to emerge as active citizens who understand the importance of making a difference in the world.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 8 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1972
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 26, 2026
Campus Size
3 acres
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 8 / rolling
Admissions Director
Lara Martin
Admissions Associate
Estee Bergmann
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
ArtChess
Chorus
Club or Organization:
Robotics TeamSpeech and Debate
Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Musical TheaterMusical Theatre Production
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Sports Program
School Notes
- We require that students be 4 years old by September 1 to enter our transitional kindergarten program and 5 years old by September 1 to enter our kindergarten program. We look forward to meeting you at one of our open houses.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School offer?
Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Dance, Flag Football, Soccer and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School?
The application deadline for Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School is Jan. 8 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 8 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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