St. Vincent's Day Home

1086 8th St Oakland, CA 94607
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About the School

  • Saint Vincent's Day Home provides comprehensive programs for toddlers and preschoolers, and a licensed full-day kindergarten.
  • Our program consists of child care, education, nutrition, and health screening, as well as parent education and social services referrals for low-income multi-ethnic families working toward self-sufficiency.
  • Saint Vincent's serves primarily single parent, low-income families.

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School Rankings

St. Vincent's Day Home ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

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School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1911
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
237 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
20 students

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Most children's child care is subsidized by CDE, dependent on need and family income.
% on Financial Aid
97%
Admissions Director
Carmen Baires, Family Serv. Dir.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Vincent's Day Home's ranking?
St. Vincent's Day Home ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Vincent's Day Home?
The application deadline for St. Vincent's Day Home is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Vincent's Day Home located?
St. Vincent's Day Home is located in the Acorn neighborhood of Oakland, CA.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Oakland, CA is $24,019 for elementary schools and $20,458 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Oakland, CA is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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