THE KING DAVID DIFFERENCE​

The halls of King David High School are alive with energy and excitement as students are inspired to reach goals they never thought possible.

 Through a thoughtfully designed academic program that values learning, scholarship and mastery, students collaboratively engage in big-picture problem solving. The King David experience nurtures each student’s unique talents and passions, empowering them to express and act upon their interests. There is the palpable joy of immersive Jewish experiences that creates a clear path to Jewish conviction, pride and identity. A Judaic Studies program that encourages students to come to terms with relevant Jewish issues instills the belief that you can be as Jewish as you are successful. All of this takes place within an inclusive community that breeds good judgment while providing a protective sense of belonging and imparting a deep sense of responsibility.

Head of School Welcome

Shalom and Welcome to King David High School!

As I enter my second year as Head of School, I continue to be inspired by the incredible spirit of the King David community—where academic excellence, Jewish values, and deep relationships come together to create something truly special.

Our vision is to be a dynamic leader in empowering Jewish minds and engaging Jewish hearts for the modern world. Every day, I see this vision come to life in our classrooms, on stage, in athletic competitions, and through acts of kindness and leadership in the broader community.

King David’s mission guides our work. We are committed to

  • Creating academic excellence 
  • Imparting Jewish values; and
  • Developing effective leaders 

Our students are not only preparing for post-secondary success—they are building identities grounded in compassion, curiosity, and purpose. We are proud to be a Jewish school where students can explore their Jewish heritage while being challenged to think deeply and act ethically.

King David is more than a school; it is a warm, inclusive, and vibrant community. Our faculty and staff know and care for each student, creating an environment where young people feel seen, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.

A King David education makes a lasting difference. Our graduates leave us as thoughtful, confident, and values-driven individuals who are prepared to navigate the complexities of the world while staying rooted in who they are.

I invite you to explore our website to learn more about what makes King David so unique. If you have any questions or would like to learn more, our Admissions Office is always happy to connect.

– Dr. Seth Goldsweig, Head of School

Our Vision AND MISSION

VISION

Our vision is to be a dynamic leader in empowering Jewish minds and engaging Jewish hearts for the modern world.

MISSION

King David High School is a pluralistic Jewish high school committed to:

  • Creating academic excellence – by providing a challenging integrated dual curriculum and extra-curricular activities that inspire lifelong learning and empower each student to achieve his or her full potential
  • Imparting Jewish values – by instilling an enduring understanding of and love for Torah, the Jewish people, the community, and Eretz Israel
  • Developing effective leaders – by teaching and inspiring individuals to be giving of themselves, both to the Jewish community and to the greater society in which they live

Our Story

King David High School is a pluralistic, community, and co-educational Jewish high school in the Oakridge district of Vancouver. The school, initially known as Maimonides Secondary School, opened in September 1987 with nine students in Grade 8. In 1992, the school moved to Baillie Street and continued to grow.

In 2005, spearheaded by the vision and philanthropy of the Diamond Foundation, King David High School opened the doors to a new facility.

King David is the largest Jewish high school west of Winnipeg. The unique feature of King David High School is its dynamic, integrated – general and Judaic studies – dual curriculum.

Throughout its history, King David has developed leaders and visionaries who now play important roles in supporting both the local and global communities.

 

Strategic plan

We are very pleased to share King David’s new Five Year Strategic Plan. A Strategic Plan is a living document and we are committed to ensuring that this plan continues to reflect our aspirations and our needs.

We encourage you to please click on the Strategic Plan below and explore. We hope that you will agree that we are building on the growing success enjoyed these past 10 years while adding new and fresh commitments to do even better.

We hope you will share our excitement as you read King David’s Strategic Plan. Our commitment is that this document is open to revision as it meets the ever-changing needs of our King David community.

Thank you for your help in creating our Strategic Plan.

Parent Testimonials

What Parents have to Say About Us

King David has exceeded my expectations in every way. I knew it was a fantastic school, but it ended up being so much more. It became a second home for my girls where all the staff knew their names, understood their personalities and how to help them grow and become good people and citizens of the world. Thank you, King David!
We are most grateful to the school, the teachers, and the staff for providing our daughter with a safe and supportive haven for intellectual, moral, physical, and social development. She had the opportunity to achieve academic excellence, participate in team sports, volunteer in and outside the school, engage in mitzvot, and feel ongoing pride in her Jewish identity
As parents, we feel that King David values and respects the important journey that children travel during their teenage years, years that can be fraught with insecurity and challenges. The entire team cared about our son’s well-being and success. He was encouraged and supported every step of the way. What more could parents want for their child!

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