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Private Boarding School in Los Angeles County, California
Oaks Christian School, Los Angeles County:
Oaks Christian School (OCS) is an independent, college preparatory boarding school serving middle and high school-age students in grades 6-12. Our school is located in Westlake Village in Los Angeles County, California, adjacent to the 101 Freeway, and approximately 40 miles north-west of Los Angeles.
About Us:
Oaks Christian School, founded in 2000, continues to build a reputation of being one of the most respected private Christian high schools in California. The school mission statement reflects a top-notch academic program with an outstanding and competitive athletic department and a visual / performing arts division rivaling the top schools in the United States.
Oaks Christian School welcomes nationwide and international students to our high school. Oaks Christian Homestay is a unique feature of our boarding program.
We believe that international students living with American families creates a much better educational environment and provides more social and emotional support than an impersonal boarding dorm.
Accreditation:
Our school is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). We are a member of Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and also of the National Association of College Admission Counseling. Oaks Christian School complies with the NACAC Statement of Principles of Good Practice.
Our Aim:
Oaks Christian School aim is to dedicate ourselves to Christ in the pursuit of academic excellence, artistic expression, and athletic distinction, while growing in knowledge and wisdom through God’s abundant grace.
Boarding School Program for Grades 6-12 (Middle & High School-Age Students)
- All courses are college-preparatory. Advanced Placement (AP) & honors courses in all disciplines allow students to be challenged to their fullest academic potential.
- Homestay program for international students: Oaks Christian Homestay is a unique feature of our boarding program. Host families are carefully chosen by Oaks Christian School after a background and reference check and personal interviews.
- Small classes allow for meaningful interactions & foster the concepts of unity and teamwork.
- Teachers encourage students to analyze, and explore critical thought, in order to develop a qualified point of view.
Graduation Requirements:
Oaks works with each international student to build a personalized graduation plan according to previous academic background and preparation. Oaks requires 23.5 semester credits to graduate.
Our School Faculty:
Oaks Christian School has attracted faculty from around the country. There is a 12:1 student to teacher ratio. Forty-three percent of our faculty members hold advanced degrees. Our highly qualified, dedicated Christian teachers act as mentors and role models to our students, and inspire them to the highest levels of purpose and achievement.
Location:
Oaks is uniquely located in the beautiful and very safe suburban community of Westlake Village, about 40 miles northwest of Los Angeles, CA, and accessible to a wide range of metropolitan cultural experiences.
Los Angeles, the second largest city in the United States, is one of America's most popular destination locations and places to live. The weather is mild, and the entertainment and cultural options are endless.
Address:
31749 La Tienda Dr., 91362, Westlake Village, California , USA
Some interested visitors submitting program inquiries to our school up to
2026-07-13 were from:
Westlake Village; Woodland Hills; San Diego; Sochi, Russia; and more.
Westlake Village; Woodland Hills; San Diego; Sochi, Russia; and more.
THINK Global School
Courses / Programs
• THINK Global School (TGS) is a private, non-profit high school that travels the world, allowing students ages 14-18 years old the chance to study in four new international cities each academic year. • TGS offers a once-in-a-lifetime educational experience centered around travel and cultural immersion.
• TGS students are competitively selected from all regions and all walks of life. Together they are a miniature United Nations, representing over 25 different countries of citizenship, and a diverse range of experiences, talents and interests.
• THINK Global School if fully accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Schools - Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS-WASC).
Upcoming & Previous School Locations around the world:
• 2021-2022: Australia, Bosnia, Botswana, Chile, China, Greece, India, Japan, Oman, Panama.
• 2019-2020: Bosnia & Herzegovina, Australia, Chile, Italy
• 2018-2019: China, Oman, Costa Rica, Greece
• 2017-2018: Botswana, India, Japan & Spain
• 2016-2017: Canada, Morocco & Peru
• 2015-2016: Sweden, Bosnia & Italy
• 2014-2015: New Zealand, Costa Rica, Greece
• 2013-2014: India, Tanzania, Japan
• 2012-2013: Argentina, Bhutan, USA
• 2011-2012: Ecuador, Thailand, Germany
• 2010-2011: Sweden, Australia, China
"The collective energy that the students at THINK Global School possess is remarkable. Somehow, the more places they go and things they do, the more energy they have!… It is such an inspiration!"
- TGS Residential Advisor
The school year consists of four terms, each held in a different country, where students have the chance to explore the history and culture of fantastic locations worldwide.
Features:
• Taught in small classes by friendly, dedicated and experienced teachers
• Student-driven instruction
• All subjects are inspired by the location, and are designed to combine learning with a wealth of cultural experiences.
Features:
• Taught in small classes by friendly, dedicated and experienced teachers
• Student-driven instruction
• All subjects are inspired by the location, and are designed to combine learning with a wealth of cultural experiences.
The Athenian School, San Francisco Bay Area
Courses / Programs
The Athenian School is a co-educational independent college preparatory school in the San Francisco Bay Area of Northern California. The school is located on a beautiful 75-acre campus at the base of Mt. Diablo, in Danville, Contra Costa County. We offer a day program for Middle School students (grades 6-8) from the East Bay region and day and boarding programs for Upper School students (grades 9-12) from the US and throughout the world.
Athenian offers a challenging engaging curriculum and outstanding distinctive programs. The school prepares students well for college, as well as for a life of purpose and personal fulfillment.
Boarding students from throughout the world live in two dormitories, housing approximately 20 students each. More than 20 faculty members live on campus, providing extraordinary guidance and support for all students. Today more than 40 students from a dozen countries compose Athenian’s boarding program.
Athenian develops and broadens students’ understanding of themselves and the world. It is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and the California Association of Independent Schools.
Co-educational Day & Boarding Programs for students in Grades 6-12:
- Middle School Day Program (Grades 6-8)
- Upper School Day & Boarding Programs (Grades 9-12)
Upper School curriculum includes:
- Mathematics
- Science
- Foreign Languages
- Humanities/ESL
- Physical Education / Athletics
- Studio / Performing Arts
- Special Interest Activities
- Wilderness Experience
- Community Service
- Middle School Day Program (Grades 6-8)
- Upper School Day & Boarding Programs (Grades 9-12)
Upper School curriculum includes:
- Mathematics
- Science
- Foreign Languages
- Humanities/ESL
- Physical Education / Athletics
- Studio / Performing Arts
- Special Interest Activities
- Wilderness Experience
- Community Service
Oak Grove School
Courses / Programs
Oak Grove School is a progressive, co-educational day and boarding school offering a 7-day boarding program to both American and international high school students in 7th through to 12th grade. Based in Ojai City, Ventura County, southern California, we are situated approximately 54 miles (86 km) north of Los Angeles. Our graduates are accepted at top colleges and universities worldwide, and our SAT scores surpass national averages among both public and private high schools.
Our family-style boarding facility provides a warm and friendly home for 15 - 20 boarding students. Our dedicated residential staff lives on the premises offering support and guidance.
The average class size is of 12-16 students. The school is fully accredited by the California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
Co-educational Day & Boarding School Programs:
- 7-day boarding program available for students in Grades 7-12
- ESL Immersion Program for international students
- Family-style boarding facility
- Friendly home for 15 - 20 boarding students.
- Dedicated residential staff living on-site
- 7-day boarding program available for students in Grades 7-12
- ESL Immersion Program for international students
- Family-style boarding facility
- Friendly home for 15 - 20 boarding students.
- Dedicated residential staff living on-site
Lake Tahoe Preparatory School, Olympic Valley
Courses / Programs
Lake Tahoe Preparatory School is located in the pristine mountain community known as Olympic Valley, just minutes from beautiful Lake Tahoe, in California. LTP is a co-ed, college-preparatory boarding school for children in grades 9-12, with Day programs available from grades 8-12. LTP accepts international students.Founded in 1978, Lake Tahoe Preparatory School is the oldest private school at Lake Tahoe, and meeting the individual needs of each student remain an integral part of campus life at LTP
Boarding students live on-campus in one of the three, adult-supervised dormitories and most students share their room with up 2 other students. International students enhance the community of Lake Tahoe Preparatory School.
Lake Tahoe Preparatory School meets the California state standards for high school students and is accredited by Cognia/AdvancEd. We offer Advanced Placement courses, SAT Prep, ESL and Rolling Enrollment.
Boarding and Day Programs for boys and girls in grades 6-12:
- Day Programs for Grades 8-12
- Boarding Programs in Grades 9-12
- Rigorous College-Preparatory Curriculum approved by University of California
- High School Program
- Advanced Placement Courses
- Beginner to advanced levels of ESL
- College Preparation Courses SAT, ACT
- Outdoor Education and Adventure Program
- Summer School
- Day Programs for Grades 8-12
- Boarding Programs in Grades 9-12
- Rigorous College-Preparatory Curriculum approved by University of California
- High School Program
- Advanced Placement Courses
- Beginner to advanced levels of ESL
- College Preparation Courses SAT, ACT
- Outdoor Education and Adventure Program
- Summer School
Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy, La Cañada Flintridge
Courses / Programs
Located in La Cañada Flintridge, Los Angeles County, CA, Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy (FSHA) is a small, private Catholic boarding and day high school for young women in grades 9-12. We offer our girls an academically challenging program in a caring and supportive environment surrounded by a faith-filled community with active family involvement. We believe this foundation is integral in the education and development of successful students. We know that the young women who graduate from FSHA recognize their own dignity and strengths for life.
Flintridge is home to a truly international population. Our current boarders come from China, Japan, Mexico, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand and the United States. Recent years have also seen boarders from Argentina, Brazil, Germany, Guatemala, Nigeria, Peru, Saudi Arabia, Vietnam and Spain.
Our boarding halls are made up of 23 rooms, where two girls usually share each room. In order to foster interaction among students from different cultures, the director of boarding students makes a consistent effort to assign students from different countries as roommates.
We are accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and many others.
Boarding and Day Programs:
- For Girls in Grades 9-12:
- College Preparatory Curriculum
- Advanced Placement Courses
- College Preparation Courses SAT I and ACT
- Academic Advising & Student Support
- Summer Programs
- Technology Programs
Core subjects include:
- Science
- Math
- English
- Social studies
- Spanish
- Computer studies
- Fine arts...
- For Girls in Grades 9-12:
- College Preparatory Curriculum
- Advanced Placement Courses
- College Preparation Courses SAT I and ACT
- Academic Advising & Student Support
- Summer Programs
- Technology Programs
Core subjects include:
- Science
- Math
- English
- Social studies
- Spanish
- Computer studies
- Fine arts...
River View Christian Academy, San Bernardino County
Courses / Programs
The River View Christian Academy (RVCA) is a fully accredited, private Christian residential boarding school for troubled teens ages 13-17, located in the mountains of Northern California. Our program is aimed at helping troubled teens by providing firm but loving intervention, interactive education and life skills training.
Our boarding school is open to families regardless of race or religion. We have open enrollment and students are in the classroom year-round so your child has the continuous opportunity to experience success in their education.
Boarding school program for troubled teens ages 13-17:
- All high school levels for grades 6 through 12.
- Alpha Omega College Preparatory Curriculum
- All high school levels for grades 6 through 12.
- Alpha Omega College Preparatory Curriculum