Stanbridge Academy
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High School

​9th Grade through 12th Grade
(...and preparing for life after graduation)
The core focus of the Stanbridge High School program is an academic course of study culminating in a diploma. Our program is designed to be responsive to the academic needs of each student, inspiring intellectually-curious, academically-oriented learners. The majority of our high school students continue their academic careers after graduating from Stanbridge, and our College & Career Transitions program works with students and their families throughout grades 9 –12 to prepare them for the appropriate postsecondary environment.

Course offerings are consistent with state-mandated requirements for high school graduation, and classes are taught in small groups where differentiated instruction guarantees student engagement. These courses include:
  • English: Four grade levels of writing and literature
  • Math: Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, Trigonometry, Calculus
  • History: World Cultures, U.S. History, Civics, Government, Economics
  • Science: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Systems of the Human Body
  • ​Language: Spanish 1 - 4
  • Computer Science
  • Daily Physical Education and Health
Electives—including Design Lab, Computer Programming, Visual Art, Broadcasting, and Music—allow students to explore personal areas of interest. Postsecondary counseling begins in ninth grade and continues through graduation to assist students with college prep, job skills, and independent living. Enrichment includes afterschool clubs, student government, community service, athletics, and other leadership opportunities.

Recognizing that each student has his or her own learning style, information is presented using a variety of formats by a dedicated staff of credentialed teachers. Classes are taught in small groups whereby differentiated instruction guarantees that all students are engaged. Our classrooms integrate technology and are outfitted with laptops for individual student use. As we prepare to launch our students into life beyond high school, the core of our program inspires intellectually curious and academically oriented learners in reaching their potential and includes critical executive functioning skills—the ability to plan, initiate, persist through difficulty, and ultimately accomplish projects large and small.

Social Learning and the experiential education programs are also built into our high school curriculum. Students learn strategies required to foster social skill development, become better social observers, and deepen their understanding of their own and others’ thoughts and emotions. Stanbridge high school students participate in daytime and extended overnight experiential field trips that integrate classroom concepts in a safe, challenging, and fun environment that allows students to build self-confidence and independence. Every other year, Stanbridge juniors and seniors have the opportunity to travel to Washington, D.C. for an immersive trip to our nation's capital that incorporates lessons on history, civics, and government, while seeing the city's historic landmarks, meeting with government representatives, and interacting with students from schools across the country.

Ensuring Success After Graduation 
Because planning for life after graduation can present unique challenges for students with learning differences, Stanbridge places an emphasis on postsecondary planning. This counseling occurs throughout high school on both a group and individual level beginning in ninth grade. Approximately 75% of all Stanbridge graduates continue their academic careers at a four-year or two-year college, university, or vocational school. Stanbridge graduates have also enrolled in residential education and transitions programs (such as Wayfinders @ Fresno State, and Foothill College's Tools for Transition and Work) or gone directly into the workforce. Our Transitions postsecondary counseling program ensures that students find their next best step.
Click to read Dawson's story
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2024-2025 Syllabus
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Stanbridge graduates have gone on to...

Four-Year and Two-Year
​Colleges & Universities

• St. Mary’s College
• University of Cal-Berkeley
• University of Cal-Santa Cruz
• San Francisco State University
• Landmark College
• Cogswell College
• Notre Dame de Namur University
• Cal State East Bay​
​• College of Idaho
Bay Area Community Colleges, 
Voc-Tech and Trade Schools

• Foothill College
• Skyline College
• West Valley College
• City College of San Francisco
• Evergreen Valley College
• De Anza College
• Cañada College
• College of San Mateo
• San Francisco Academy of Art
Residential Education
​and Transitions Programs

• Wayfinders @ Fresno State​
• Foothill College's Tools for
   Transition and Work

• Burlingame University
​• Moving Forward

• MERISTEM
• College Living Experience (CLE)
​• New Directions for Young Adults
​• Aspen Network​
Click to read some of our graduate success stories

Stanbridge Academy


School Hours

School Day hours
8:25 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Afterschool Program
3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Main Office hours
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Contact Info

515 E. Poplar Ave.
San Mateo, CA 94401
Main Office: ​650.375.5860
​Click here for map

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Employees/Trustees

• Inquire about Admission
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• Request a Transcript
​• Log in to QuickSchools
Click below to login and access Stanbridge internal sites:
​• Stanbridge Staff site
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​Stanbridge Academy is fully accredited by the California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS)
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and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) through the 2025–2026 academic year.
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Stanbridge Academy admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. Stanbridge Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of our educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

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  • About Us
    • From the Head of School >
      • Covid Safety Plan
    • Our Mission & Philosophy >
      • What makes Stanbridge unique
    • Our Students >
      • Dawson's Story (HS)
      • Tyler's Story (MidSch)
      • Bence's Story (Elem)
    • Our Alumni >
      • Laura's Story (Class of 2008)
      • Lana's Story (Class of 2011)
      • William's Story (Class of 2012)
      • Sarah's Story (Class of 2013)
    • Our Teachers
    • Our Admin & Support Staff
    • Our Trustees
    • Our Donors
    • FAQ
  • Academics
    • Elementary (K–5)
    • Middle School (6–8)
    • High School (9–12)
  • Programs
    • PostSecondary Additional Info
    • Experiential Learning
    • P.E. & Athletics
    • Visual & Performing Arts
    • Speech & Language
    • Counseling
    • Technology
    • Afterschool & Summer School
    • Student Leadership & Community Service
  • Admissions
    • The Admissions Process
    • Tuition & Financial Aid
    • Inquiry Form
  • Resources
    • Contact Us
    • Bulldog Blog
    • Common Ground
    • SPA Spot
    • Parent Portal
  • Support Us
    • Gala2025
    • Donate Online
    • Give by check
    • Donate stock or give through a DAF
    • Donate goods or services
    • Bulldog Wear
    • Other ways to give