Our students didn't miss out on learning. We met all the requirements to reopen for in-person learning on June 15, 2020 and have remained open for in-person learning. Remote Learning continues to be available for at-risk students and those with at-risk household members. As an independent private school, we aren't required to experiment on children with the educational fads of the day, such as Common Core. We truly prepare students for success in college and success in life. Cambrian Academy students have been accepted to MIT, UC Berkeley, Stanford, Duke, Columbia, USC, Emory, UC Santa Cruz, Penn State, UC Irvine, UC Davis, Purdue, San Jose State, Hofstra, St. John's, Pepperdine, UOP, Temple, Rutgers, James Madison, Drexel, UC Santa Barbara, University of Oregon, Oregon State, SUNY, Pomona, Pitzer, George Mason, Georgetown, UNLV, George Washington, UC San Diego, and many others.
High School is $16,500 per year. Your tuition rate is locked in at the time of enrollment. (During the summer of 2021, tuition rates may be increased for new applicants if the value of the US$ decreases as much as we anticipate. That is why locking in your future tuition rate now can be a huge financial win. We also anticipate having all spaced filled much earlier than in previous years.)Near the start of the year, we may announce additional scholarship funding for students with particular skills, such as drummers, guitarists, go kart racers, etc. So don't hesitate to ask.
Club or Organization: Chess, Cultural Exchange Club, Green Team, Guitar, Interact, Media Internships, National Honor Society, Oceanography, Robotics, Student Council
Arts and Music Programs: Stage Band
Recreational Athletic Programs: Go Kart Racing League, Outdoor Adventures, Sailing
School Notes
Our Education Model ensures that all students
participate and all students learn.
Courses are taught around a table in groups of 6-12 students.
Teachers are participants in classroom discussions, guiding
students without always lecturing. Our focus is on AP and Honors
courses, but we also look beyond high school graduation to college
success. Our students are educated in logical and rational
thinking, relevant economics, and
historical perspective, so they may have a
successful college experience while still maintaining their ability
to think and act with confidence as well as
completing college with their moral compass still
intact.
Superb High School Academics
Highly qualified instructors
Seminar style teaching
Class sizes of 6-12
Focus on Advanced Placement and Honors
International students welcome
International Students
We are authorized to issue I-20 visas to qualified students,
grades 6-12. I-20 Visas permit foreign students to study in the
United States legally. A mix of local and international students
provides a rich, cultural experience and a supportive and
outstanding academic peer group. International students make up
approximately 25% of our student population.
Specialty Tennis, Sailing, Motorsports, and Golf Programs
Grades: NS-12 | 2,048 students6.5 miles 500 Saratoga Ave San Jose, CA 95129 (408) 249-2510
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School Reviews
5.00 out of 5(3 reviews)
5
My son, Sam, started at Cambrian Academy this year, as a sophomore. Best decision we ever made. The school has changed his life, and ours. Sam is very bright but has never liked school. But he loves it now. For the first time, ever, he's engaged, committed, happy, and intellectually curious. He loves the school community, the excellence of the teaching and the flexibility that comes with a small school. He's enjoyed learning about other countries by getting to know the international students and appreciates their focus and commitment to getting to college.
- Posted by Parent - Liza Hanks
5
My son Sam started at Cambrian in 2016 as a 10th grader. He is very bright but has never (really) liked school before. Cambrian Academy has changed his life (and ours). He is engaged, excited to learn, enthusiastic and thoughtful. He is enjoying the quality of teaching, the flexibility the school has in tailoring curriculum to his interests and the international student body--he's enjoyed learning about other countries and he appreciates the energy and seriousness with which international students approach high school. We couldn't be happier with Cambrian.
- Posted by Parent - Cambrian Academy
5
Here are just a few of the many reasons I believe Cambrian Academy is the best school in the area. 1) The teachers are incredibly dedicated. They cheerfully give my child extra help during lunch breaks and after school. They love to teach and it shows in their preparation, presentation of subject matter, and enthusiasm. 2) The class sizes are small.The average is 10 per class. Students sit around a conference table so everyone is fully engaged in the discussions. 3) The administration cares about meeting the needs of every student. Because of the school size, it is able to help nurture each person's strengths while addressing his weaknesses. 4) Students are placed according to ability, not age. This has resulted in some being accelerated by 4 or 5 grades. 5) Communication from administration and teachers is superb. My child's grades, attendance, and homework are all accessible online. Just a few clicks of the mouse and I can view her progress or contact any teacher. If you believe the skills necessary for success are obtained through stellar education given by knowledgeable, caring teachers, I urge you to take a tour.
- Posted by Parent - lmdoh
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