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The Child’s Primary School

A Top-Ranked K-8 Private School in San Diego, California

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Inspiring lifelong learners, leaders, thinkers, and creative problem solvers.

Since 1983, The Child’s Primary School (TCPS) has nurtured a community of learning through small class sizes and an inclusive, interactive, and innovative teaching model.

Our K-8 San Diego independent school is committed to providing our students with a balanced, holistic, progressive school experience, preparing them for future academics and beyond.

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Small School. Small Class Sizes.

Big Results.

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**1st – 5th**

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**6th – 8th**

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Benefits of a TCPS Education

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Our challenging and engaging curriculum includes Math, Science, History, Language, Arts, Technology, P.E., Music, Spanish, Advanced Research, and Library. Teaching in a way that truly engages students with their interests, maximizes the learning potential of each child.

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Your child will feel known and cared for in classes with no more than 12 students in K-2nd grade and 16 in 3rd-8th grade. We provide an environment perfectly suited for your child’s academic, emotional, and social growth.

⇨ Learn More — Your child will feel known and cared for in classes with no more than 12 students in K-2nd grade and 16 in 3rd-8th grade. We provide an environment perfectly suited for your child’s academic, emotional, and social growth.

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We respect and encourage the unique contributions of individuals and appreciate the differences all members of our community bring to TCPS. We believe these unique strengths, views, and backgrounds are to be respected and nurtured in a sensitive, loving manner.

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Extended Care is available at a reasonable hourly rate supervised by our own teachers.. Homework/quiet time, free-play, and a snack are included. We also offer optional After-School Enrichment Programs, including science, art, chess and more.

⇨ — Extended Care is available at a reasonable hourly rate supervised by our own teachers.. Homework/quiet time, free-play, and a snack are included. We also offer optional After-School Enrichment Programs, including science, art, chess and more.

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This philosophy embodies our belief that academic learning takes place both in and out of the traditional setting. The classroom expands through technology, field trips, middle school camp, and collaborative activities with students of different ages.

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Students participate in Community Outreach Programs to develop a spirit of collaboration and philanthropy.

⇨ Learn More — Students participate in Community Outreach Programs to develop a spirit of collaboration and philanthropy.

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TCPS by the Numbers

1983

YEAR FOUNDED

K-8

GRADE LEVELS

10-14

AVG. CLASS SIZE

105

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“My children are thriving and flourishing…”

“TCPS is a remarkable place. It truly is the best thing going in San Diego for elementary and middle school education. Within these walls, students are challenged academically and socially. The academic curriculum is rigorous and engaging. However, the more important strength of the school is the way they teach the students to be people of character… My children are thriving and flourishing in this emotionally safe, academically challenging school.” – TCPS Parent

“A community that cares about the whole child…”

“I cannot emphasize enough how incredible this school is. It is a community that cares about the whole child– getting to know them, how they learn, what sparks their enthusiasm, where they need extra attention… My daughter loves her school, and is getting an incredible academic experience.” – TCPS Parent

“The staff is inspiring and creative…”

“This is a small school in which each child is respected as an individual and respects, appreciates, and accepts their classmates, as well. The staff is inspiring and creative. The kids uniformly love going to school. Getting them to leave at the end of the day, however, can be more of a challenge. My daughter has been challenged, stimulated, and taught as much about creativity, caring, and compassion as academics.” – TCPS Parent

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The Big Event

Every year, the entire school works together to present a special program known as The Big Event. Learn how our signature event encapsulates what TCPS is all about: our belief that children, no matter their size, can work together to do big things. Watch the full video at the button below.

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