What type of school is Peninsula Heritage School?
Peninsula Heritage School is a private, non-profit, independent Kindergarten through 5th Grade co-ed day school.

Is Peninsula Heritage School accredited?
Peninsula Heritage School is accredited by the California Association of Independent Schools. We are also a member of the National Association of Independent Schools.

How many students are in each class?
We have one class per grade level. Our average class size is between 18-22 students. In addition to the classroom teacher, each class is assisted by a full time professional assistant.

What time does school start?
School begins at 8:15 for Kindergarten, 8:10 for 1st grade, 8:05 for 2nd grade, 7:55 for 3rd grade. 4th grade begins at 7:50 and 5th grade begins at 7:45.

Do you have Before and After School care?
Before School care begins at 7:30a.m. Students are supervised on the school playground until their class begins.
The After School Day Care program begins promptly at 2:30 pm. Both quiet and active activities are offered each day. During quiet time, students read and/or do homework. We ask that all students bring a reading book for quiet time.

Is there a way for parents to volunteer or get involved in the school community?
Yes! Peninsula Heritage School has an active Parents Association whose mission is to support the education of the students at Peninsula by fostering relationships between parents, faculty and the administration.

Where do students from Peninsula Heritage School go to middle school?
After Peninsula Heritage, students attend a variety independent, public and parochial schools including: Rolling Hills Preparatory School, Chadwick, Rolling Hills Country Day School, Miraleste Intermediate, Palos Verdes Intermediate, Ridgecrest Intermediate, St. John Fischer and others.