San Carlos Charter

San Carlos Charter San Carlos Charter is a K-8 public charter school offering child-centered, inquiry-driven learning. Available openings are filled by an annual lottery.

We are the oldest continually running charter school in California and one of the oldest operating charter schools in the U.S. What is the San Carlos Charter?

• We are the first charter school in California and one of the oldest operating charter schools in the United States.
• We offer an engaging learning environment where knowledge is gained from hands-on experiences.
• We encourage learners t

o work together and value group work as essential to the learning process.
• We are a place where educators can create their curriculum based on high academic standards developed within the SCC community, consistent with California State Academic Standards.
• We offer an environment that is emotionally and physically safe for learners and where service learning continues to be central to our mission.
• We are a community committed to the vigorous involvement of both families and community members to enhance the education of our learners.
• We offer an innovative learning environment that is dedicated to lifelong learning and contribution.
• Enrollment in all grades is based on the number of openings each year, including 36 Kindergarteners. Priority for enrollment is given to siblings and residents of the San Carlos School District. For more information about enrollment, please visit our website; www.scclc.net

HISTORY
The San Carlos Charter was granted state charter number #001 in February 1993 by the State of California. SCC is the oldest charter school in California and one of the oldest charter schools in the United States. The school opened its doors with eighty-five learners in 1994 and now maintains a steady population of 385 children. Our innovative school has been featured in newspaper articles, television segments and received national attention from both national and international visitors. In September 1997, President William Clinton toured SCC applauding the academic accomplishments and community involvement. We have grown from a small start-up California Charter School, to being one of the academically strongest schools in the state of California. We are recognized as a pioneer within the national charter school movement.

Help us spread the word! We have another Enrollment Info Session TONIGHT at 6pm. We will also have a discussion about ...
01/22/2026

Help us spread the word! We have another Enrollment Info Session TONIGHT at 6pm. We will also have a discussion about SCCs Middle School starting at 7pm. Come join us!!

Enrollment season is here! Join us for our first Info Session THIS Saturday at 9:30 AM on SCC's campus. Fill out the In...
01/07/2026

Enrollment season is here! Join us for our first Info Session THIS Saturday at 9:30 AM on SCC's campus.

Fill out the Interest Form at sancarloscharter.org/enroll to receive updated information.

The San Carlos Charter Learning Center (SCC) is a tuition-free public school with limited enrollment. Children will be considered for admission without regard to ethnicity, national origin, gender, family structure, or disability. Enrollment preference is given for siblings of current learners and r

Our K/1 learners recently enjoyed a fun and creative trip to the Palo Alto Art Center. We are thankful for these opportu...
12/18/2025

Our K/1 learners recently enjoyed a fun and creative trip to the Palo Alto Art Center. We are thankful for these opportunities in our community to expand and inspire young minds!

This past weekend we held our 4th Annual Dreidel Tournament! We loved seeing all the learners and families show up to te...
12/10/2025

This past weekend we held our 4th Annual Dreidel Tournament! We loved seeing all the learners and families show up to test their luck, make festive crafts, and enjoy tasty treats and delicious hot cider!

The annual Book Fair is here! 📚 Learners will have several opportunites to shop throughout the week. We are also hosting...
12/08/2025

The annual Book Fair is here! 📚 Learners will have several opportunites to shop throughout the week. We are also hosting a family night on Wednesday, Dec. 10 from 5-7:30pm. Come find the perfect books for your reader! Each purchase benefits our school, helping us add new books to our library and fosters a love of reading.

On this Giving Tuesday consider ways you can give to SCC. Volunteer, give to San Carlos Education Foundation, help a fe...
12/02/2025

On this Giving Tuesday consider ways you can give to SCC. Volunteer, give to San Carlos Education Foundation, help a fellow family. Community is at the heart of SCC!

The San Carlos Education Foundation (SCEF) is a non-profit organization that helps the San Carlos School District provide a well-rounded public education for all students. We work in partnership with parents and the community to support innovative and core programs that are vital to an exceptional e...

We’re thankful for our amazing families, talented staff and educators, and the young curious minds that make SCC so spec...
11/27/2025

We’re thankful for our amazing families, talented staff and educators, and the young curious minds that make SCC so special. What are you thankful for today?

Our 6th graders just wrapped up an unforgettable week in the Marin Headlands enjoying nature's classroom and building bo...
11/25/2025

Our 6th graders just wrapped up an unforgettable week in the Marin Headlands enjoying nature's classroom and building bonds with classmates. Thanks to NatureBridge for helping our learners discover how to be responsible stewards of the environment, and to all the participating staff and chaperones who made the trip possible!!

This week our halls were filled with the yummy smells of stone soup! 🥣🪨 🥕 Each November our K/1 leaners read the stor...
11/21/2025

This week our halls were filled with the yummy smells of stone soup! 🥣🪨 🥕 Each November our K/1 leaners read the story and then discuss the power of community and sharing. But the best part is making the soup - starting with a magic stone and then veggies contributed by each learner. It's the perfect way to head into a holiday week!

11/21/2025

Alert: Emergency School Closure

Due to a water main break near campus all schools on the Terra Linda Campus are closed. San Carlos Charter will resume classes on Monday December, 1.

Join us for tonight's SCC Board meeting. You can find the agenda in the QuickLinks section of SCC's website.
11/19/2025

Join us for tonight's SCC Board meeting. You can find the agenda in the QuickLinks section of SCC's website.

Goblin Walk Follies, written by our talented Sarah Fama (SCC parent), is a fun-filled show featuring 12(!) amazing Chart...
11/15/2025

Goblin Walk Follies, written by our talented Sarah Fama (SCC parent), is a fun-filled show featuring 12(!) amazing Charter actors and tech crew members. They have been having a blast at rehearsals this week—working hard, having fun, and getting ready to bring the magic to the stage!

They’d love to see YOU in the audience cheering them on! Don’t miss this chance to support our talented learners and enjoy a fantastic show full of adventure, laughter, and Halloween fun.

📅 Showtimes:
Friday, November 14 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, November 15 – 5:00 PM
Sunday, November 16 – 1:00 PM

Come out and experience the magic of Goblin Walk Follies! See you there!

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Belmont, CA

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