Jeff Terwin, Ph.D. Head of School 858-453-3440 x240 jterwin@ljcds.org
Colleen O'Boyle Associate Head of School 858-453-3440 x251 coboyle@ljcds.org
Briony Chown Head of Lower School 858-453-3440 x120 bchown@ljcds.org
Maria Curtis Director of the Early Childhood Center 858-453-3440 x191 mcurtis@ljcds.org
Marsha Poh Assistant Head of Lower School 858-453-3440 x229 mpoh@ljcds.org
Emma Buttery LS Administrative Assistant 858-453-3440 x161 ebuttery@ljcds.org
Early Childhood Center and Lower School
This page is your starting point for exploring our Early Childhood Center and Lower School programs, spanning Tiny Torreys through Grade 4. We encourage you to visit this page regularly, as it will be updated frequently with important information, news, and helpful resources to support your family’s journey at La Jolla Country Day School.
Get to Know Country Day Families
New Parent Happy Hour
Join us for an evening of conversation, community and connection with parents of all newly admitted students and members of the Torrey community from across all grades.
Families sign up and can organize summer meetups with other LJCDS families.
You will receive invitations for grade-specific meetups throughout the summer.
Spring Rising Grade Level Information Session
This is a wonderful opportunity for new families to connect with our Lower School team, learn what to expect in the upcoming school year, explore the exciting opportunities available, and begin building meaningful relationships within the LJCDS community. Click on the grade level your child will be entering to RSVP.
The library team has partnered with Lower School to curate a list of summer reading suggestions for families. These recommended reads will be available at the end of May.
Summer Playdate Connections
Families are always eager to connect and begin building friendships. If your family is interested in arranging 1-on-1 or small group playdates with new and returning classmates, please complete the interest form below. The spreadsheet will continually be updated with information on participating families.
Our Summer Programs are a great way to become familiar with the campus and engage in fun activities with fellow students. For more information, please click here.
Update Contact Information
Have you moved or changed your email? Please use the Update Contact Information Form to make sure we have the most current information.
Important Key Dates
Specific Dates to Come
Friday, May 30, 2025
Tuition Due
Please contact the Business Office at 858-453-3440 ext. 124 or Wilson Aguirre at waguirre@ljcds.org with any questions.