Academics

South Bay Christian School offers a comprehensive curriculum for students from transitional kindergarten through eighth grade. The curriculum for grades TK through  grade eight is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists.

The school provides a developmentally appropriate learning environment where all students can thrive. Instruction covers a wide range of subjects, including math, phonics, reading, language arts, history, science, P.E., Bible, and daily worship, with chapel held on Fridays. Students in first through eighth grade take the MAP (Measure of Academic Progress) test three times a year. These assessments help teachers, parents, and administrators improve student learning and make informed decisions to promote academic growth.

Science education is an integral part of the weekly curriculum, and every other year, the school hosts a science fair featuring student projects. Upper-grade students have the opportunity to attend overnight camps focused on various science topics, including astro camp, science camp and outdoor nature camp.

Each student is provided with a Chromebook as a technological learning tool, and after-school enrichment programs in music, soccer, chess, robotics, and more are available. Students can participate in music and drama programs through songs, skits, talent shows, and music productions as well.

The school uses the GO Math! curriculum for K-6 students and Big Ideas for grades 7-8. Students receive 120 minutes of P.E. weekly, and upper-grade students have the option to join an after-school competitive sports program in basketball, soccer, volleyball and ping-pong for an additional fee.

Differentiated learning is implemented in the classroom. Students who demonstrate readiness through assessments can advance to the next level in math, while reading instruction is also tailored to individual needs, supported by the Accelerated Reader program.

Our educational standards are based on the North American Division Standards and align with California Core Standards. For more information, visit the NAD Elementary Standards website.