General Studies
A strong foundation in reading, writing, mathematics, science, and the habits of careful thinking.
Daily core instruction; middle-school math advances by readiness.
About SPHDS
Jewish education
in Sunnyvale
since 1972.
For over five decades, SPHDS has brought Jewish education and academic learning together in the Bay Area. Our school serves children from their first preschool experiences through the transition to high school.
Meet our educators
Our mission and vision
Our vision is an education that develops capable thinkers, a love of Torah and learning, strong Jewish values, and a lasting connection to the Jewish people and Israel.
General Studies, Hebrew, and Jewish Studies are part of a coherent school experience. Students are encouraged to ask thoughtful questions, take responsibility, and bring their learning into the life of their community.
The four pillars of an SPHDS education
Hebrew
An academic language program that connects conversation, literacy, and the world of Israel.
Two learning tracks; teaching materials selected from Israel.
Jewish Studies
Serious engagement with Jewish texts, taught with love, respect, and attention to meaning.
Chumash and Navi text study develops toward Mishnah and Talmud.
Zionist Education
A lived connection to Israel through learning, language, memory, and celebration.
Students research and lead Yom HaZikaron and Yom Ha’atzmaut programs.
From the Head of School
Welcome to SPHDS
Welcome to South Peninsula Hebrew Day School! We offer a bilingual English-Hebrew program rooted in a deep commitment to excellence across academics, Torah, and character development. We seek to challenge and support every child, so that our students graduate with the knowledge, values, and passion needed to become the future leaders of the Jewish community. We cherish the family that has grown up around SPHDS, and hope you’ll join it!
Rabbi Dov Dukhovny, Head of School
Meet the leadership teamFamilies at SPHDS
A warm beginning
Early Childhood honors the child as capable and full of potential, with attentive support for every stage of development.
Academic purpose
K–8 puts the quality and depth of learning first, with skilled teaching and room for growing independence.
An enduring connection
Jewish values, Hebrew, and Israel connect classroom study to family life and the wider Jewish world.