Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Premier K-8 Education in Thousand Oaks, CA
Founded in 1963, St Patrick's Episcopal Day School has dedicated itself to nurturing the holistic development of children in the Conejo Valley. Our mission centers on inspiring and equipping students to courageously transform the world through academic excellence, service, leadership, and spiritual foundation. We welcome families of all faiths or none, fostering a community grounded in shared values like kindness, respect, inclusiveness, and cooperation. Over six decades, we've evolved from a single kindergarten class to a comprehensive kindergarten readiness through eighth-grade program, maintaining our commitment to educating the whole child.Our structured academic curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, creativity, and real-world application, while enrichment classes in art, music, technology, and Spanish expand cultural awareness. Through service learning projects, chapel programs, and values-based education, we cultivate moral character rooted in Episcopal traditions of integrity and compassion. Our dedicated faculty and staff work collaboratively with families to create a safe, nurturing environment where every child feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential.
Services
K-8 Education
Academic Excellence Program
Service Learning Initiatives
Enrichment Classes
Chapel & Values Education
Admissions Process
Community Engagement
Spiritual Development
Leadership Programs
Extracurricular Activities
Details
- Year established: 1963
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of experience in whole-child education since 1963
- Our curriculum integrates academic excellence with values-based learning
- We maintain a 8:1 student-teacher ratio for personalized attention
- Our graduates consistently demonstrate strong leadership and service orientation
- We provide specialized enrichment programs in arts, technology, and world languages
Services
K-8 Education
Our kindergarten readiness through eighth-grade program develops academic excellence alongside character formation. Students engage in structured core curriculum with specialized instruction in mathematics, language arts, science, and social studies. The program emphasizes critical thinking, collaborative learning, and real-world application while maintaining small class sizes for personalized attention.
Service Learning
Year-long service projects integrate community engagement with academic learning. Students apply classroom knowledge to address real community needs while developing empathy and social responsibility. Projects include local outreach initiatives, environmental stewardship activities, and intergenerational programs that connect classroom learning with practical service experiences.
Enrichment Classes
Specialist-led programs in visual arts, music, physical education, technology, and Spanish enhance core curriculum. These classes cultivate creativity, cultural awareness, and physical wellness while supporting academic development. Students participate in performing arts showcases, technology projects, and language immersion activities that complement classroom learning.
Values Education
Weekly chapel services and bi-weekly values classes instill Episcopal principles of compassion, integrity, and inclusion. Interactive lessons focus on kindness, respect, honesty, and service through scripture, music, and student-led presentations. This program supports social-emotional learning and fosters a supportive school community environment.
Admissions Process
Our structured admissions process includes inquiry forms, campus tours, and application submission with assessment visits. Families receive personalized guidance through each step, with decision notifications provided by mid-March. The process emphasizes compatibility with our educational philosophy and commitment to nurturing environment standards.
Questions
What grades does St. Patrick's Episcopal Day School serve?
We serve students from kindergarten readiness (age 4) through eighth grade.
Is religious affiliation required for enrollment?
We welcome families of all faiths or none, while maintaining Episcopal traditions.
What is the student-teacher ratio?
Our classes maintain an 8:1 student-teacher ratio for personalized attention.
What enrichment programs are available?
We offer art, music, physical education, technology, and Spanish language classes.
Are there service learning opportunities?
Yes, all students participate in year-long service projects integrated with curriculum.
What is the application deadline?
Applications are due by February 6 for priority consideration for the following academic year.
Reviews (1)
Tony Laiewski
Sep 23, 2018
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Our daughter attended St. Patrick's K-6th grade. The school was highly recommended by the administrator of her Preschool and we were pleased from day one. The St. Patricks teachers ensure all children have the ability to learn at the highest level and we appreciated the time and care given to each student.
St. Patricks did a great job preparing our daughter for entrance into La Reina Middle School. Teachers provided the academic rigor needed to transition easily to middle school (and now on to high school.) St. Patricks fosters an environment of personal responsibility, community and
St. Patricks did a great job preparing our daughter for entrance into La Reina Middle School. Teachers provided the academic rigor needed to transition easily to middle school (and now on to high school.) St. Patricks fosters an environment of personal responsibility, community and
