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Sea Crest School

Sea Crest is a safe, nurturing and joyful JK-8 community of learners who engage curiosity, express creativity, act with compassion and lead with courage.
Sea Crest provides a well-rounded, student-centered program that places a strong emphasis on community building and social-emotional learning. The curriculum is challenging and creative, providing in-depth units of study through project-based learning.
Students have the advantage of daily PE, as well as enrichment classes in Spanish, Visual Arts, Theatre Arts, Music, Design and Innovation, Technology, and Athletics (starting in 5th grade) integrated into their weekly schedule.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 312 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $26,820
  • Average class size: 13 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Sea Crest School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
312 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
28%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Sea Crest School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
13 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 31 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
We offer a flexible tuition program that allows qualifying families to pay according to their resources. We believe that the cost of a Sea Crest education should not be a deterrent to any family and that having students from all walks of life enriches our community and the educational experience.
% on Financial Aid
25%
Admissions Director
Mishel Gantz
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
10 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
GardeningMaker Space
Science ClubSports Program


Arts and Music Programs:
Design & InnovationMusic
SpanishTheatre Arts
Visual Arts


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Tennis

School Notes

  • Sea Crest is a safe, nurturing and joyful JK-8 community of learners who engage curiosity, express creativity, act with compassion and lead with courage.
  • Sea Crest provides a well-rounded, student-centered program that places a strong emphasis on community building and social-emotional learning. The curriculum is challenging and creative, providing in-depth units of study through project-based learning.
  • Students have the advantage of daily PE, as well as enrichment classes in Spanish, Visual Arts, Theatre Arts, Music, Design and Innovation, Technology, and Athletics (starting in 5th grade) integrated into their weekly schedule.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Sea Crest School cost?
Sea Crest School's tuition is approximately $26,820 for private students.
What sports does Sea Crest School offer?
Sea Crest School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball. Sea Crest School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.
What is Sea Crest School's ranking?
Sea Crest School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Sea Crest School?
The application deadline for Sea Crest School is Jan. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (4 reviews)
5  
Our first grader joined Sea Crest in kindergarten and loves it. The head of school and the leadership team are heavily invested and involved in collaborating with parents and teachers. The playground was recently upgraded and allows for plenty of free play and outdoor learning. The curriculum inspires learning and the enrichment programs inspire creativity the rough fun and play. We love our teachers who go the extra mile to tailor their programs to a child's learning needs.
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5  
My daughter moved to Sea crest in 6 grade now is in 8th grade and loves it. We especially love the diversity of class offerings including band, chorus, technology, drama and art and the small class size. I highly recommend !Sea Crest school has been a wonderful educational experience for my daughter and she is now well prepared for high school.
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5  
My fourth grader has attended Sea Crest since he started kindergarten. His experience has been nothing less than amazing. He has received a top notch education as well as being exposed to music, theater, ILab and art. Every teacher he has had truly knows him and his learning style. I am especially grateful having this option on the coast where my son can still be an active member of the Half Moon Bay community. Go Seals!
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5  
I love sea crest and my teachers.
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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 312 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $26,820
  • Average class size: 13 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in San Mateo County, CA is $25,160 for elementary schools and $39,743 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in San Mateo County, CA is 67% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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