Holy Cross School 170A High Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, (831) 423-4447
For over 155 years, Holy Cross School has provided children with a Catholic education grounded in strong academics and values. The fully accredited program provides an academically rich experience in a faith-based community from preschool through eighth grade. Highly qualified teachers engage students in meaningful learning opportunities. In addition to a core curriculum of math, language arts, science, social studies, and Spanish, student programs include technology, music, Life Lab, P.E., competitive sports, student leadership, and public speaking. Holy Cross is committed to serving the community through Service-Learning projects, and a strong home-school partnership.
Junipero Serra School 3090 Rio Road, Carmel, CA 93921, (831) 624-8322
In keeping with those words of the Mission’s founder, St. Junipero Serra, Junipero Serra School lays the foundation for a life-long love of learning and of oneself, thereby instilling in students the confidence to succeed in an ever-changing world. Beginning in preschool through eighth grade, Junipero Serra School inspires academic excellence and character development in a safe and nurturing environment where each student and family are valued members of our academic community of faith. Junipero Serra School offers small class sizes, an enriching and robust arts program, and extracurricular activities, including athletics.
Palma School 455 Palma Dr, Salinas, CA 93901, (831) 422-6391
An optimal boy’s education is more than just rigorous academics, championship athletics and meaningful service to others. It includes experiential problem solving with opportunities to take the lead on a campus where everyone is welcomed and respected. It’s how boys of promise become men of character.
Sacred Heart School 123 W. Market St., Salinas, CA 93901, (831) 771-1310
Sacred Heart School prides itself on providing a superior Catholic education offering a rigorous curriculum that fosters academic excellence and 21-century skills focused on collaboration, communion, creativity, and critical thinking. As a small school, students receive a personalized learning experience that allows students to excel in their academics and fulfill their potential. In addition to the academic curriculum, students receive instruction in art, Spanish, music, and physical education. Sacred Heart graduates highly skilled students who will serve as faith-filled leaders in our community and beyond.
San Carlos School 450 Church St, Monterey, CA 93940 (831) 375-1324
San Carlos School, serving students in grades TK-8, has a curriculum that meets and exceeds the standards set by the State of California for elementary education in language arts, science, math, social studies, and physical education. In addition, students receive instruction in technology, Spanish, art, and religion. Children in kindergarten through the 5th grade enjoy formal music and library classes. San Carlos School also offers students 12 extra-curricular clubs and sports teams. Every race, origin, religious background and economic strata is represented, welcomed and accepted at San Carlos.
Santa Catalina School 1500 Mark Thomas Dr, Monterey, CA 93940 (831) 655-9351 (lower school) (831) 655-9356 (upper school)
Santa Catalina Lower and Middle School is a coed, independent, Catholic day school for students in PreKindergarten through eighth grade. With innovative teaching methods, energetic teachers, and a strong emphasis on arts and hands-on learning, the academic program encourages students and fosters a love of learning that stays with students long after they leave. For girls in grades 9-12, Santa Catalina offers an independent boarding and day school. Students are challenged to achieve excellence in every arena, from rigorous academics—including a marine ecology program that takes advantage of access to Monterey Bay—to competitive athletics in 12 sports to an arts program with professional-quality facilities.