Mayfield Junior School

Mayfield Junior School is a Catholic independent school in Pasadena, California, serving students from Kindergarten through 8th grade. Founded in 1931, the school is committed to educating the whole child and offers specialized ADD/ADHD support programs designed to help students with attention and learning differences thrive academically and socially within a nurturing community environment.

The school maintains an average class size of 18 students, with 60% of faculty holding advanced degrees, ensuring personalized attention that supports diverse learning needs. Mayfield emphasizes project-based and deeper learning through critical thinking, collaboration, and creative problem-solving—approaches that particularly benefit students who learn differently. All students participate in arts and music programs, athletics, and service learning, ensuring inclusive engagement across academics, the arts, and athletics.

Mayfield maintains a casual dress code and joyful learning philosophy, recognizing that childhood and school should be positive experiences. The school admits students on a rolling basis with a January 15 admission deadline. Annual tuition is $23,403, with 20% of students receiving financial aid. For more information about admissions and how Mayfield supports students with ADD/ADHD, contact Admissions Director Lauren Marlis at (626) 229-2106 or visit mayfieldjs.org.