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The Child’s Primary School

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

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ADMISSIONS

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CALENDAR

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CURRICULUM

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HEALTH & SAFETY

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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KINDERGARTEN

K

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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

1st – 5th

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MIDDLE SCHOOL

6th – 8th

Benefits of a TCPS Education

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 TCPS by the Numbers

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1983

YEAR FOUNDED

K-8

GRADE LEVELS

10-14

AVG. CLASS SIZE

100

STUDENTS ENROLLED

Shaping the Future

Get to Know our Faculty and Staff

 

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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