Pilgrim School

My son has attended Pilgrim since kindergarten (rising 9th grader), and I could not have imagined my son at another school. Pilgrim has become our family and our community. The individualized attention afforded due to the small class sizes is invaluable - Comforting in the elementary years and crucial in the middle school years. And by high school, the kids are so at ease approaching and talking to adults, I have no doubt that they are well equipped to advocate for themselves in college. I recommend Pilgrim without reservation!

We have two boys. Our oldest just graduated (June 2025) and he will be attending a top tier film school this coming fall. He was a lifer at Pilgrim and the life long relationships he built at Pilgrim will be with him for the rest of his life. The film program was built on his watch and watching the program grow and him with it was an absolute treat for us to witness. Our younger son is following a very different path. He is a rising sophomore and he is already ready to take on the world. The classes have been challenging, and the teachers have been amazing. He has 3 more years and we know Pilgrim was the right choice for him as well. The surprisingly fun part for both of them has been the sports. Although it is a small school, the effort they put into sports is so much fun to be a part of as a parent. They play to win but they teach leadership and perseverance just as much.

My son is a rising senior and has attended Pilgrim since kindergarten. The 3 schools within the school—elementary, middle school and high school—are all unique and wonderful in their own ways. The elementary school (and pre-K) has a great creative vibe with caring teachers and staff. There's also a level of mentorship since the little kids get to see the older kids showcasing art, film, and performances and playing sports. There's also outdoor education day in Elysian Park, where the middle school students have elementary buddies and there's learning on both sides. The high school is great—interesting courses, sports, art, film and performance, and college admission rates are stellar. The small student body allows for personalized college admissions counseling and planning.

I'm writing as a former teacher and current board member of Pilgrim School. Pilgrim offers an exceptional and distinctive educational experience from preschool through 12th grade within a diverse community where inclusivity and belonging are core values. One of Pilgrim's greatest strengths is its commitment to cultivating each student's unique talents and interests. Small class sizes create an environment where teachers truly know their students—academically, socially, and emotionally—enabling a personalized approach that fosters both intellectual and personal growth. This individualized attention not only supports students throughout their educational journey but also results in strong college placements each year, a testament to the school's thoughtful preparation and guidance. Pilgrim School offers a rich, joyful, and forward-thinking education—one that reflects both the uniqueness of Los Angeles and the individual potential of every student.

As a former teacher and current board member, I've seen firsthand what makes Pilgrim School so special. The smaller class sizes mean students get the individualized attention they need to grow academically and personally, and the teachers are deeply committed to each child's success. Pilgrim offers a strong academic foundation along with rich opportunities in the arts, athletics, and leadership. What really sets it apart is the welcoming, inclusive community—students feel supported and confident to be themselves, which is invaluable in their development.

Pilgrim School is a private school that teaches children to be kind and accept others for who they are. They make sure that kids grow up to be kind, respectful, and helpful people. They have science, art, music, library, and language classes. The languages you can choose from are Spanish and Chinese. For music, grades kindergarten to third grade, you sing songs and have fun music-related activities. For grades fourth and up, you can choose a musical instrument to learn. All the teachers are great, and there is a big soccer field that you play on for all the recesses. If you like, you can play on their soccer team. Also, on the last school day of the month, you get to wear whatever you want, but it has to be appropriate. There are many more fun events (Chinese Lunar New Year party, Winter Sing, Jogging Race), and you definitely should consider sending your kids to school here.

Our son attends the early ed program and we love the school. Great facilities, great teachers, very diverse class, very normalParents (for LA!).

Pilgrim has been a wonderful place for our sons. They are excelling academically, enjoying the sports program as well as the extracurricular activities (such as ASB and engineering) and building strong friendships. The faculty, administrators and coaches all work to create a supportive environment that is both kind and firm. My children have wonderful mentors at Pilgrim - they are ethical young men, as well as scholars and athletes. Thank you, Pilgrim!

Hi I am an alumni of pilgrim school. I attended in 1976-1978. My second grade teacher was mrs grigsby and my third grade teacher was mrs Klein. I remember them very well. Although I attended for two years I must say they were the best times I had in elementary school. I would love to hear from my old classmates. Sincerely Scheherazade aresh