Offering Early Preschool, Preschool, Mandarin Bilingual Preschool, Elementary, and Middle School, Stratford School Altadena provides an unparalleled education where children are inspired to be creative problem solvers, innovators, and confident, compassionate leaders.
Our balanced approach in and out of the classroom ensures both academic success and personal development.
In the classroom, our curriculum intentionally instills STEAM rigor and academic excellence taught in a warm and caring environment.
Arts, music, character development, and physical activity round out the Stratford experience.
In addition to our robust STEAM-infused curriculum, our campus offers a specialty Early Preschool program and a Mandarin Bilingual Preschool program.
Early Preschool is a joyful and developmentally age-appropriate program designed for children who are 2 - 3 years old, with no potty training required. Mandarin Bilingual Preschool students are taught and cared for by a two-teacher team, one speaking and instructing in English, the other in Mandarin.
Beyond the classroom, Stratford encourages students to explore their individual passions through enrichment activities.
Our goal is to prepare and mentor students for admission to competitive high schools and colleges, and our students achieve outstanding results.
Evident at all our schools is the Stratford motto, "Summa spes, summa res," meaning "highest hopes, highest things.".
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Yearly Tuition: $28,653
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-6
Year Founded
2016
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 1, 2026
School Motto
Summa Spes, Summa Res (Highest Hopes, Highest Things)
Student Body
Total Students
169 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
No uniforms for preschool.
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$28,653
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies by grade level.
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club, Computer Science, Drama Club, Speech and Debate
Arts and Music Programs:
Art, Band, Music, Orchestra
Chess Club, Computer Science, Drama Club, Speech and Debate
Arts and Music Programs:
Art, Band, Music, Orchestra
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Stratford School Altadena cost?
Stratford School Altadena's tuition is approximately $28,653 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Stratford School Altadena?
The application deadline for Stratford School Altadena is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Stratford School Altadena is EF Academy Pasadena (0.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Tabernacle Of David Christian Academy (1.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Firehouse Preschool (0.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Firehouse Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: PK-K | 24 students 0.2 miles 1923 Allen Ave
Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 798-2865
Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 798-2865
0.2
PK-K
24
Grades: 9-12 | 265 students 0.8 miles 1505 E Howard St.
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 507-9223
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 507-9223
0.8
9-12
265
Grades: 9-12 | 81 students 0.8 miles 41 W Santa Clara Street
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 623-6339
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 623-6339
0.8
9-12
81
Levon & Hasmig Tavlian Armenian Preschool & Kdgn
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
Grades: PK-K | 35 students 0.9 miles 1694 E Washington Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 398-8199
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 398-8199
0.9
PK-K
35
Tabernacle Of David Christian Academy
(Christian)
Grades: K-5 | 19 students 1 miles 1536 E Washington Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 765-5105
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 765-5105
1
K-5
19
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