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Saint Mark's School Saint Mark’s School is a private Episcopal school from Preschool through Grade 6 in Altadena, Cali

Saint Mark’s School is an independent, Episcopal school for students in preschool through grade 6. Specializing in early childhood and elementary education, Saint Mark’s intentionally pairs strong academics with social-emotional learning to help students thrive and grow into intelligent, well-rounded leaders. We believe that the social and emotional development of our students is equally important to their intellectual growth. This holistic approach to early childhood and elementary education allows a supportive space for preschoolers through sixth graders to engage in their learning. By intentionally educating the whole child, we focus and guide students toward academic excellence, encouraging an intellectual curiosity that will create lifelong learners. Our diverse community—from our faculty and staff to our highly engaged parents—models the confidence, resilience, and compassion that we strive to instill in our students who go on to become thoughtful leaders in their community and their world. Located in Altadena on a tree-filled campus, Saint Mark’s enrolls children as young as two years, nine months and offers extended care from 7 am to 6 pm for all students.

10/15/2026

Visit Saint Mark’s to learn more about our academic programs and welcoming community. Will your child begin their remarkable life of learning at Saint Mark’s?

Now accepting applications for the 2027-2028 school year.

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One of the things we love most about our Saint Mark’s community is the many cultures, traditions, and experiences our fa...
10/07/2026

One of the things we love most about our Saint Mark’s community is the many cultures, traditions, and experiences our families bring with them.

Recently, Kindergarten families joined us in the classroom to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, sharing stories, Spanish culture and traditions, and, of course, some yummy churros! Last month, families also helped our students learn about and celebrate Rosh Hashanah.

We love having our parents as partners in creating a community where students learn from one another, celebrate what makes us unique, and Embrace All. 💛💙

What a week for our future leaders! Last week, we held our Student Leadership Council speeches and elections, and we cou...
10/05/2026

What a week for our future leaders! Last week, we held our Student Leadership Council speeches and elections, and we could not be prouder of all of our candidates. Standing in front of the entire school, sharing your ideas, and delivering a speech takes preparation, confidence, and a whole lot of courage. Every student who stepped up should feel incredibly proud.

And a big congratulations to our newly elected 2026-27 SLC election winners! We know they will be remarkable leaders and wonderful representatives of our student body.

Dylan - President
Jessica - VP
Lena - Treasurer
Abby - Secretary

One year ago today, we were preparing to welcome the legendary Dr. Jane Goodall to Saint Mark’s. Sadly, that morning bro...
10/01/2026

One year ago today, we were preparing to welcome the legendary Dr. Jane Goodall to Saint Mark’s. Sadly, that morning brought news we never expected.

In her memory, this tree was planted as a living reminder of her remarkable life and legacy. Through our continued partnership with TREEAMS, a program she founded, our students are carrying her work forward through hands on learning, environmental stewardship, and a deeper understanding of what it means to care for our world.

One year later, we remember the meeting that never got to happen, but are so grateful that the connection and her legacy continue to grow. 💚🌳

Dr. Jane Goodall TREEAMS by The Seven Arrows Way of Education EF Academy Pasadena

A pretty remarkable day of learning for our DK students! First up, Science! Our students headed outside for a nature wal...
09/30/2026

A pretty remarkable day of learning for our DK students! First up, Science! Our students headed outside for a nature walk, where they observed, explored, and discovered all the little details nature has offer.

Then it was off to Spanish with Sra. Espino, where our fifth graders performed Spanish skits for DK! It was a wonderful opportunity for our fifth graders to practice their language skills and share what they’ve been learning, while giving our DK students a fun glimpse of what’s ahead as they grow at Saint Mark’s.

These are the moments that make learning meaningful, memorable, and fun!

We had an amazing turnout for our Back to School Family Picnic, and it was so much fun seeing everyone together, catchin...
09/22/2026

We had an amazing turnout for our Back to School Family Picnic, and it was so much fun seeing everyone together, catching up with friends, meeting new families, relaxing on the field, and simply enjoying the evening. It was the perfect way to kick off the school year and spend time together as a community. We’re pretty sure this one has officially become a new Saint Mark’s favorite! A big thank you to Emily Steenwyk and Shannon Wilson for planning this wonderful event!

Mark your calendars and join us! 🗓️Saint Mark’s will host a Community Town Hall on Thursday, September 24, 2026, from 6:...
09/09/2026

Mark your calendars and join us! 🗓️

Saint Mark’s will host a Community Town Hall on Thursday, September 24, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at The Collaboratory, 540 W. Woodbury Road, in Altadena.

As Saint Mark’s School and Church continue moving forward with plans to rebuild our Altadena campus, community engagement remains an important part of the process. Over the coming weeks and months, there will be several opportunities for families, parishioners, neighbors, and members of the broader Altadena community to learn more about the proposed rebuild, ask questions, and participate in the public review process. We hope you’ll join us for this important event.

Doors open at 6 p.m. Brief presentation at 6:30 p.m.

Say hello to our PA presidents Lindsay Dorman and Jenn De Pietro! 👋🏼 We’re so grateful for their leadership and hard wor...
09/04/2026

Say hello to our PA presidents Lindsay Dorman and Jenn De Pietro! 👋🏼 We’re so grateful for their leadership and hard work on behalf of our community. Being a PA President is no small job, and we’re incredibly thankful for the time, energy, and heart they give to our Saint Mark’s community. If you see them around, give them a quick hello! 💙💛

Welcome back, Lions! The best part about being back on campus is seeing our entire community come together again! 💙💛🦁We’...
08/29/2026

Welcome back, Lions! The best part about being back on campus is seeing our entire community come together again! 💙💛🦁

We’re so excited for a new school year. With our community back together and Rooted in Purpose, we’re ready to make this a great year!

08/25/2026

Each year, Head of School Jenn Tolbert selects a theme to inspire our community and set the tone for the year ahead. This year’s theme, Rooted in Purpose, reminds us why this work matters. 🌳

Our mission, values, and love for this community keep us grounded, while our students inspire us to keep growing. They are the hearts behind our purpose and the reason for all that we do. 💛💙

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1050 E Altadena Drive
Altadena, CA
91001

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