Celebrating over 60 years of learning and fun, Challenger School is an independent private school that focuses on academic excellence, individual achievement, strong logic and thinking skills, and self-reliance.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1963
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Average Class Size
15 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
- Our curriculum focuses on the foundations of knowledge: language arts, math, and logic. Early mastery of these basics prepares students for advanced studies and learning at an accelerated pace.
- Breathtaking Results - Our uniquely structured classes yield astonishing results in young students. Challenger students achieve scores on average in the 90th percentile on the national Stanford Achievement Test (SAT). This means that our average student outperforms nine out of ten students who take that test. Challenger School offers preschool through eighth grade programs that prepare children to live happily and successfully for their whole lives.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Challenger School - Newark offer a summer program?
Yes, Challenger School - Newark offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for Challenger School - Newark?
The application deadline for Challenger School - Newark is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Challenger School - Newark is ILM Academy (1.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Stellar Academy for Dyslexics (0.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Calaveras KinderCare (1.2 miles away)
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Stellar Academy for Dyslexics ![Stellar Academy for Dyslexics Photo - Stellar Academy for Dyslexics]( "Stellar Academy for Dyslexics Photo - Stellar Academy for Dyslexics")
Special Education School
39399 Cherry St NP2
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 742-3165
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 742-3165
0.6 miles
Gr: 3-8 | 13 students Avg. class size: 6 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Calaveras KinderCare ![Calaveras KinderCare Photo - Toddler Classroom]( "Calaveras KinderCare Photo - Toddler Classroom")
Daycare / Preschool
4727 Calaveras Ave
Fremont, CA 94538
(510) 791-2222
Fremont, CA 94538
(510) 791-2222
1.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK
ILM Academy
(Islamic)
42412 Albrae Street
Fremont, CA 94538
(510) 936-1572
Fremont, CA 94538
(510) 936-1572
1.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 192 students Tuition listed
Smart Start Creative Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
6020a Robertson Ave
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 739-6648
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 739-6648
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 52 students
37053 Cherry Street
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 358-1201
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 358-1201
2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 95 students Acceptance rate listed
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