Catholic Schools near San Mateo, CA

Kindergarten

Grades 7–8

The middle school program encompasses grades 6–8, continuing St. Gregory's emphasis on developing the whole person spiritually, intellectually, and morally within a Catholic educational framework.

High School

Kindergarten Through 8th Grade

The kindergarten through eighth grade program at St. Timothy Catholic School, rooted in Gospel values and the Roman Catholic faith, nurtures students' spiritual, academic, and personal growth while forming responsible and creative members of society.

Middle School

The middle school grades at St. Timothy Catholic School, part of the kindergarten through eighth grade program rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ and guided by Gospel values. Students grow in faith, intellect, and character while pursuing high academic achievement and forming themselves as responsible, creative members of society.

Pre-Kindergarten Program

Kindergarten

The kindergarten program at St. Paul's is a full-day offering within this WCEA- and WASC-accredited Catholic K–8 school in Noe Valley, where the curriculum covers English language arts, math, science, social studies, and religion, supplemented by PE, library, technology, and music.

TK

St. John's TK program is the entry point to a Catholic TK–8 school in San Francisco's Glen Park neighborhood, where instruction is rooted in the Ursuline tradition and shaped by high academic standards, service, and compassion. The school holds dual WCEA and WASC accreditation, including WASC's highest available six-year term.

Elementary Program

The elementary program covers grades 1–5 with daily instruction in English language arts, math, science, social studies, and religion, supplemented by weekly Spanish and rotating classes in music, dance, technology, and art, all within St. John's WASC- and WCEA-accredited Catholic curriculum aligned to California Common Core standards.

TK

The TK program is the entry point to School of the Epiphany's Catholic TK–8 academic community, which has served students of diverse backgrounds since 1938 and is accredited by the Western Catholic Educational Association (WCEA).

Elementary School

School of the Epiphany's elementary program is part of a Catholic TK–8 school that has served San Francisco students since 1938, challenging them to achieve educational excellence within a Catholic tradition.

Tiny Knights Preschool

Tiny Knights Preschool uses a play-based curriculum that emphasizes social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development through varied indoor and outdoor activities including art, music, and motor development. The program is part of St. Gabriel's Catholic parish school community and collaborates with families to support each child's individual growth.

TK & Kindergarten

The TK & Kindergarten program is part of St. Gabriel's Catholic elementary school, which integrates Christian values into academics and holds dual accreditation from the Western Catholic Educational Association (WCEA) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

High School

Catholic college preparatory school for girls grounded in the Mercy tradition. Talented teachers and high academic standards are hallmarks. Five core values—Compelled By Mercy, Educational Courage, Inspired By Faith, Principled Leadership, and A Voice For Dignity and Respect—shape the educational environment.

Transitional Kindergarten

Transitional Kindergarten is the entry point to St. Cecilia's TK–8 Catholic academic program, where students begin developing as lifelong learners, effective communicators, and active Christians guided by Gospel values.

Elementary School

St. Cecilia's elementary program is part of a WCEA-accredited TK–8 Catholic school where parents and teachers collaborate to support each student's academic, spiritual, and social development, with instructional aides supporting classrooms through sixth grade.

St. Stephen Preschool

St. Stephen Preschool is a faith-based preschool program whose mission centers on educating the whole child—spiritually and intellectually—within a nurturing, inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports each child's individual pace of learning.

Kindergarten

Grades 1–5 is part of St. Stephen School's K-8 Catholic academic program, accredited by both WCEA and WASC, with curriculum grounded in Archdiocesan Guidelines and California State Standards alongside integrated faith formation.

Elementary School

Middle School

Private Middle School

Fusion Academy offers a completely personalized private middle school experience. From classes to scheduling, everything is customized around your student. We balance academics and socialization to create a private junior high school experience unlike any other. Private middle school classes at Fusion Academy are 1-to-1: just 1 student and 1 teacher per class. Teachers match your child’s pace and preferences so they can learn better, dive deeper, and never get left behind. Schedules are customized around your family’s goals and plans. Students connect and collaborate with peers in a safe and structured environment. Coursework is completed as part of the school day. Daily reports for each class session are communicated to parents from your student’s teachers. NOTE: Tuition rates are calculated per course, per term and will vary based on the student’s custom curriculum.

Private High School

Fusion Academy is a fully accredited private high school. We prepare students for life after high school with 1-to-1 classes and a completely personalized education experience. Private high school classes at Fusion have just one teacher and one student. Teachers can accelerate or slow down based on your student’s needs and personalize course content for your student’s interests. Schedules are customized around your family’s goals and plans. Students connect and collaborate with peers in a safe and structured environment. Coursework is completed as part of the school day. Daily reports for each class session are communicated to parents from your student’s teachers. NOTE: Tuition rates are calculated per course, per term and will vary based on the student’s custom curriculum.

Private Middle School

Fusion Academy offers a completely personalized private middle school experience. From classes to scheduling, everything is customized around your student. We balance academics and socialization to create a private junior high school experience unlike any other. Private middle school classes at Fusion Academy are 1-to-1: just 1 student and 1 teacher per class. Teachers match your child’s pace and preferences so they can learn better, dive deeper, and never get left behind. Schedules are customized around your family’s goals and plans. Students connect and collaborate with peers in a safe and structured environment. Coursework is completed as part of the school day. Daily reports for each class session are communicated to parents from your student’s teachers. NOTE: Tuition rates are calculated per course, per term and will vary based on the student’s custom curriculum.

Private High School

Fusion Academy is a fully accredited private high school. We prepare students for life after high school with 1-to-1 classes and a completely personalized education experience. Private high school classes at Fusion have just one teacher and one student. Teachers can accelerate or slow down based on your student’s needs and personalize course content for your student’s interests. Schedules are customized around your family’s goals and plans. Students connect and collaborate with peers in a safe and structured environment. Coursework is completed as part of the school day. Daily reports for each class session are communicated to parents from your student’s teachers. NOTE: Tuition rates are calculated per course, per term and will vary based on the student’s custom curriculum.

Private Middle School

Fusion Academy offers a completely personalized private middle school experience. From classes to scheduling, everything is customized around your student. We balance academics and socialization to create a private junior high school experience unlike any other. Private middle school classes at Fusion Academy are 1-to-1: just 1 student and 1 teacher per class. Teachers match your child’s pace and preferences so they can learn better, dive deeper, and never get left behind. Schedules are customized around your family’s goals and plans. Students connect and collaborate with peers in a safe and structured environment. Coursework is completed as part of the school day. Daily reports for each class session are communicated to parents from your student’s teachers. NOTE: Tuition rates are calculated per course, per term and will vary based on the student’s custom curriculum.

Private High School

Fusion Academy is a fully accredited private high school. We prepare students for life after high school with 1-to-1 classes and a completely personalized education experience. Private high school classes at Fusion have just one teacher and one student. Teachers can accelerate or slow down based on your student’s needs and personalize course content for your student’s interests. Schedules are customized around your family’s goals and plans. Students connect and collaborate with peers in a safe and structured environment. Coursework is completed as part of the school day. Daily reports for each class session are communicated to parents from your student’s teachers. NOTE: Tuition rates are calculated per course, per term and will vary based on the student’s custom curriculum.

Coastline - Elementary School

At Coastline Christian Elementary, students build strong academic and character foundations through engaging, faith-based learning. With caring teachers and hands-on experiences, they develop curiosity, confidence, and essential skills that prepare them for future success.

Coastline - Middle School

At Coastline Christian Middle School, students grow as leaders and team players through hands-on learning, collaboration, and faith-based guidance—building confidence, character, and real-life skills that prepare them to thrive in high school and beyond.

Preschool

Our exceptional preschool programs lay the foundation for our students’ future learning. Challenger preschoolers enjoy an effective mix of music, reading, math, art, drama, social relating time, science, and physical activities that aim to improve small and large motor skills. Your child will be provided a strong foundation academically and socially. With several preschool programs available year round, we have one that will fit your family’s schedule.

Kindergarten

Challenger’s fun-filled kindergarten program engages students and develops their ability to stay on task in order to optimize their success. We’ve perfected the balance between play and learning so well that our kindergartners can’t tell the difference—it’s a seamless environment of learning and fun.

Public Preschool Program

Public Preschool Program

Public Preschool Program

Preschool

We are dedicated to providing an excellent early-childhood education experience. We assist in developing our students academically, socially, and spiritually through a variety of activities. We nurture creativity in our students, helping them discover the joy of exploration and learning.

Elementary School

Studies include reading, math, English, spelling, health, safety, social studies, science, handwriting, and art. To enrich the curriculum, we also introduce a foreign language (Spanish). Students have music class, where they are introduced to musical notes and instruments and sing songs of Praise.

Elementary School