Gesher Jewish Day School is Northern Virginia's Jewish Community Day School. Founded in 1982, Gesher proudly serves Jewish families from different geographic areas, many congregations, and diverse approaches to Jewish life in our growing community. In this way Gesher helps Jewish children and Jewish families connect to one another through an outstanding Jewish education.

A private, co-educational day school for Kindergarten through 8th grade, Gesher offers a rigorous dual curriculum of Judaic and General Studies. Gesher prides itself on being a place where every child can shine.

Gesher is accredited by the Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS). The academic program is strong and on par with strong private schools and the best public schools in the nation.

Gesher is proud to offer small class size, typically limited to 16 students, with an average student-to-teacher ratio of 9:1. This affords us the luxury of individualized attention and special programs for our students, and helps us to maintain Gesher's warm, nurturing atmosphere. Both our teachers and our parent body enjoy the flexible, supportive, and student-centered learning environment of Gesher.

"Gesher", in Hebrew, means "bridge". Gesher Jewish Day School's vision is to Build a Bridge of Knowledge, Character, and Wisdom to the Future.

Gesher Jewish Day School is governed by a Board of Directors composed of parents and community members. A Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) serves as a volunteer support organization.