Stanbridge Academy
  • About Us
    • From the Head of School >
      • Covid Reopening Plan
    • What makes Stanbridge unique
    • Our Mission & Philosophy
    • 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
  • Academics
    • Elementary (K–5)
    • Middle School (6–8)
    • High School (9–12)
    • Post-HS Transitions
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    • Visual & Performing Arts
    • Speech & Language
    • Counseling
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    • The Admissions Process
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    • FAQ
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    • Contact Us
    • Calendar & Events
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    • SPA Spot
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    • Gala2021
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Our students

Stanbridge students have a variety of learning and social challenges. All of our students benefit from small class sizes, differentiated instruction, development of executive functioning skills, and a schoolwide social learning program. The range of learning differences and diagnoses at Stanbridge includes, but is not limited to:
  • High-functioning autism
  • Social skills deficits
  • Auditory and written language processing delays
  • ADHD
  • Working memory issues
  • Non-verbal learning disorder (NVLD)
  • Sensory integration disorder
  • Dyslexia
  • Dysgraphia
  • Dyscalculia
​​Stanbridge is not a therapeutic school and does not have services to adequately support students with either emotional or behavioral issues as their primary diagnosis.

Student profiles

Click below to read in-depth stories of how Stanbridge changed the lives of three individual students:
High School: DAWSON'S STORY
Middle School: TYLER'S STORY
Elementary: BENCE'S STORY
...and the stories don't end there. See the various paths our alumni have pursued:
Click to read about our graduates

Students who thrive at Stanbridge

Given the diversity of our student population, there is no single answer to the question "Who is a typical Stanbridge student?"  Nonetheless, we have found that the students who benefit most from our program can do the following:
  • Engage meaningfully in a classroom consisting  of approximately eight students and one teacher
  • Demonstrate motivation to learn and to  participate in the Stanbridge program
  • Comprehend instruction delivered in a variety of modalities
  • Participate in learning activities that are primarily verbal
  • Participate in activities that are challenging and not immediately gratifying, asking for or accepting help as needed
  • Demonstrate understanding of academic concepts verbally, either through written or spoken language
  • Contribute to an emotionally and physically safe learning environment
  • Express emotions in a safe way that promotes wellness of self and community
  • Communicate with teachers and peers about school, interests, and other complex topics

Is Stanbridge right for your student?

While we invite you to explore our website further to learn more about our program, we understand that talking one-on-one is often the best way to find out if we can meet your child's individual needs. If you think Stanbridge may be the right school for your student, we invite you to contact us for an initial conversation, or complete our online form to schedule a personalized tour of our campus. Read more about becoming a Stanbridge family in the Admissions section of our website.
Small group tours are scheduled monthly throughout the school year, and we are happy to arrange for a personalized tour on a date that works for you. Click below for more info:
Click to schedule your visit

Stanbridge Academy


School Hours

School Day hours
8:25 a.m. to 3:10 p.m.
Main Office hours
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Contact Info

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

Click below to...

Employees/Trustees

• Schedule a tour
​• Access the Parent Portal
• View upcoming events
​• Log in to QuickSchools
Click below to login and access Stanbridge internal sites:
​• Stanbridge Staff site
• Stanbridge Trustee 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 Reopening Plan
    • What makes Stanbridge unique
    • Our Mission & Philosophy
    • 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
  • Academics
    • Elementary (K–5)
    • Middle School (6–8)
    • High School (9–12)
    • Post-HS Transitions
  • Programs
    • Experiential Learning
    • Postsecondary Transitions
    • P.E. & Athletics
    • Visual & Performing Arts
    • Speech & Language
    • Counseling
    • Technology
    • Afterschool & Summer School
    • Student Leadership & Community Service
  • Admissions
    • The Admissions Process
    • Tuition & Financial Aid
    • FAQ
    • Visit Stanbridge
  • Resources
    • Contact Us
    • Calendar & Events
    • Common Ground
    • Useful Links
    • Media Room
    • Bulldog Blog
    • SPA Spot
    • Parent Portal
  • Support Us
    • Gala2021
    • Donate Online
    • Give by check or phone
    • Donate stock or give through a DAF
    • Donate goods or services
    • Bulldog Wear
    • Other ways to give