Brisbane School District (BSD) is a small public school district serving the city of Brisbane, California, located on the San Francisco Bay peninsula in San Mateo County — approximately 6 miles south of San Francisco.
BSD serves families with children from Transitional Kindergarten (TK) through Grade 8, operating three schools:
- Brisbane Elementary School (BES) — serving Kindergarten through Grade 5.
- Panorama Elementary School — serving Transitional Kindergarten (TK) through Grade 5 (the only BSD school offering TK).
- Lipman Middle School — serving Grades 6 through 8.
High school students from Brisbane attend schools in a neighbouring district, as BSD does not operate a high school.
Brisbane School District Calendar 2026-2027
Educational Philosophy
BSD’s mission centres on graduating students who are thoughtful, prepared, and engaged citizens. The district’s academic programme emphasises conceptual understanding, teaching California’s Common Core State Standards through year-long thematic frameworks. A particular focus is placed on higher-order thinking skills — understanding, evaluating, and creating — woven throughout all year levels.
Lifeskills education is integrated throughout the curriculum, equipping students with tools for citizenship and lifelong success beyond academic content.
District Contact Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | Brisbane, CA, USA |
| Phone | (415) 467-0550 |
| Website | brisbanesd.org |
| Schools | Brisbane Elementary, Panorama Elementary, Lipman Middle School |
| Year levels | Transitional Kindergarten (TK) – Grade 8 |
Brisbane School District Calendar 2026-2027 — Key Information
The BSD 2026-2027 academic calendar is published on the district’s official website. Enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year opened at 9:00 am, Monday, 2 February 2026, through the district’s online parent portal.
As a California public school district, BSD follows a calendar broadly consistent with other Bay Area districts:
- School year: Typically begins in mid-to-late August and concludes in mid-June
- Major breaks: Labor Day (September), Thanksgiving Break (late November), Winter Break (late December through early January), Spring Break (March or April)
- Federal holidays observed: Labor Day, Veterans Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day
For the exact 2026-2027 first day, last day, holiday dates, and school-specific events, visit the official district calendar at brisbanesd.org/calendar-1 or subscribe to the district’s event calendar.
Last verified: 27 June 2026 Official source: Brisbane School District — Official Website
Enrollment Information (2026-2027)
BSD offers enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year through its online registration system. Key enrollment eligibility dates:
- Transitional Kindergarten (TK): Children who turn 4 on or before 1 September 2026
- Kindergarten: Children who turn 5 on or before 1 September 2026
- Grade 6 (Lipman Middle School): Students attending BES or Panorama in Grade 5 do not need to separately enroll for Grade 6 — they transfer automatically
The enrollment process requires proof of residency, immunization records, and a physician’s signature. Siblings of continuing students have secondary enrollment priority if enrolled by the end of February. TK students currently at Panorama do not need to re-enroll but have priority choice for Kindergarten school placement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Brisbane in Australia or California?
This post covers the Brisbane School District in Brisbane, California, USA. For Queensland, Australia, school information, please see the relevant Queensland school pages on this site.
Does Brisbane School District have a high school?
No. BSD operates Pre-K through Grade 8 only. High school students attend schools in a neighbouring district.
Where is Transitional Kindergarten offered?
TK is offered exclusively at Panorama Elementary School within the Brisbane School District.
Who do I contact for enrollment queries?
Visit brisbanesd.org or call (415) 467-0550 for enrollment assistance.