Canterbury Christian School is a classical Christian school in California's Silicon Valley.
We are community-oriented and Christ-centered. We embrace a Classical pedagogy by nurturing well-educated and well-governed minds through the disciplined study of classical languages and exposure to "The Great Conversation" found in the timeless literature of Western Civilization.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Yearly Tuition: $11,000
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 13 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School News
- Silicon Valley schools reject tech - 10/22/2024At most elementary schools, iPads and laptops abound. Children create PowerPoint presentations to showcase their work, and they search for sources online for research papers. But at Canterbury Christian School ...morein Los Altos, laptops, tablets and cellphones are not welcome in the classroom. hide
Top Rankings
Canterbury Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
A Well-Ordered Mind Cultivating manners & Christian character
Student Body
Total Students
120 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
100%
Average Class Size
13 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Traditional British Styles
School Colors
White, Blue, Red
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$11,000
Tuition Notes
includes books, fencing, Latin, and handbells.
% on Financial Aid
12%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$3,000
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess, Mandarin (Chinese), Singapore Math, Student Government
Arts and Music Programs:
Hand Bells
Chess, Mandarin (Chinese), Singapore Math, Student Government
Arts and Music Programs:
Hand Bells
School Notes
- The goal of a classical, Christian education is to cultivate the whole person. This education stands on three legs: outstanding academics in a tutorial-style setting, a rigorous and broad arts program, and (last but most importantly) true spiritual formation.Our highest goal is that our students know and love the truth. Our small size allows our teachers work individually with students on a daily basis, training them towards mastery. Daily, our students grapple with the best that has been written and thought, finding their own places within that tradition.They learn the difference between "self-expression" and "the self expressing truth, beautifully."
- We believe that the arts are essential to a sacramental attitude and worldview. The musical arts (choir, and orchestra), the fine and manual arts (drawing and painting), and the dramatic arts shape our students' loves. As knowledge transforms the mind, so beauty woos the heart, and goodness draws desire.
- Today's children are bombarded with digital media and images, often at the expense of their developing strong, foundational skills in listening and reading comprehension. This is the rationale behind our policy of technology-free classrooms. Our students learn hownotto be dependent on technology, but know how to apply the basics of phonics, arithmetic, and readable penmanship.Our curriculum includes weekly instruction in art, music, choir, handbells, PE, and Latin. Children are given ample opportunity to explore all aspects of a liberal arts education.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Canterbury Christian School cost?
Canterbury Christian School's tuition is approximately $11,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Canterbury Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Canterbury Christian School is 80%, which is equal to the national average of 80%.
What sports does Canterbury Christian School offer?
Canterbury Christian School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Fencing and Intramural Sports Only.
What is Canterbury Christian School's ranking?
Canterbury Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Canterbury Christian School?
The application deadline for Canterbury Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 2/11/2021
Both of my children love Canterbury. My son has made wonderful improvements, not only academically but also with his confidence and his knowledge of the Bible. My daughter has moved up a grade level. She loves the challenge she gets from Canterbury's curriculum. I believe the whole curriculum is great. What my son needed was a challenge and an opportunity to show his abilities. Love that they do daily chapel and keep all the private school traditions.
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