College Preparatory School in San Diego County, CA

Cal Coast Academy, Del Mar:
Cal Coast Academy is a college preparatory WASC accredited, UC approved, and NCAA certified private school located in Del Mar in San Diego County, south-western CA, that serves students in grades 6-12. The faculty and staff members at Cal Coast Academy are committed to helping their students learn in new ways, enabling them to become independent, self-directed learners, and self-advocates. Cal Coast Academy's singular focus is meeting the needs of all students. The dynamic academics, unparalleled faculty support, and customized educational plans are ideal for every type of learner.

Academic Programs for Grades 6-12:

- English; Mathematics; History & Social Sciences; Visual & Performing Arts; Science; Foreign Languages; Honors Courses & Advanced Placement (AP) Courses.

Cal Coast Academy's academic courses meet the requirements for graduation in the State of California and for acceptance into the University of California ("A - G requirements"). We also offer Honors ("H") and Advanced Placement ("AP") academic courses that meet the UC subject area requirements.

Required Credits:
- English:  40 credits, 4 years (English 9, 10, 11, 12)
- Mathematics:  30 credits, 3 years (Algebra I required)
- Social Studies:  30 credits, 3 years (World History, US History, Government & Economics)
- Science:  20 credits, 2 years (1 year Biological & 1 year Physical)
- PE:  20 credits, 2 years
- Health:  5 credits, 1 semester
- Practical Arts:  5 credits, 1 semester
- Visual & Performing Arts:  10 credits, 1 year
- Electives:  70 credits (30 credits must be from a World Language)

Honors Courses:
Cal Coast Academy's honors classes offer a more advanced curriculum than our regular courses and are tailored for high achieving students. Our honors classes cover additional topics and some topics in greater depth.

Advanced Placement (AP) Courses:
Cal Coast Academy's Advanced Placement classes cover subject course content, skills, and assignments according to college course standards. We align with the standards and expectations offered at the college level. Cal Coast Academy's Advanced Placement classes provide our motivated and academically prepared students with the opportunity to study and learn at the college level.

Homework Help Program:
Our school provides a teacher-directed 2 hour homework study for students and parents who deem the assistance to be necessary. Organizational and time-management skills are integrated into the study time while teachers answer questions and expose students to a re-teaching of any concept(s) requiring clarification. Students also receive assistance with study skills and test preparation. Our Homework Help is offered Monday through Friday from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

College Counseling:
The College Counseling Office works with students and their families to guide them through the college search and application process. As a college preparatory school, our curriculum is structured in order to prepare all students for success at the college or university they ultimately choose.