Sacred Heart Schools in Atherton offers K-12 Catholic education with specialized learning difference and ADD/ADHD support programs
Sacred Heart Schools in Atherton serves students from nursery through grade 12 with a commitment to educating the whole person in mind, body, and spirit. The school recognizes that students learn differently and offers specialized support through Learning Difference Programs and ADD/ADHD Support services to help students with these needs succeed academically and socially.
With an average class size of 15 students and 146 classroom teachers, Sacred Heart provides individualized attention that benefits students who require additional support or modified instruction. The school's approach emphasizes real-world application of knowledge and encourages students to become active, informed learners—an environment where students with learning differences can build confidence and develop critical thinking skills alongside their peers.
Located at 150 Valparaiso Avenue in Atherton, Sacred Heart welcomes families seeking a Catholic education with specialized accommodations. Tuition ranges from $28,424 for preschool half-day to $47,826 for grades 9-12, with 30% of students receiving financial aid. Interested families can contact Admissions Director Wendy Quattlebaum at (650) 322-1866 or visit shschools.org for more information about enrollment and the school's learning support programs.
At a Glance
GradesNursery/Preschool-12
Students1216
Class Size15:1 ratio
Tuition$35,560
Fin. Aid30% receive aid
Est.1898
DeadlineJan. 6
Accreditation & Memberships
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
American Montessori Society (AMS), National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1898 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $35,560 |
| Tuition Notes | Preschool Half Day: $28,424 Preschool Full Day: $31804 Kindergarten: $31804 Grades 1-5: $35081 Grades 6-8: $47157 Grades 9-12: $47826 |
| Total Students | 1216 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 146 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 73 |
| Average Class Size | 15 |
| Grades Offered | Nursery/Preschool-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Wendy Quattlebaum |
| Admissions Associate | Lisa Ignoffo |
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 6 |
| Acceptance Rate | 25 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 30 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 15 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Cross Country · Dance · Flag Football · Football · Golf · Lacrosse · Soccer · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball · Water Polo |
| Clubs and Organizations | Arts and Music Programs: · Band · Choir · Dance · Drama · Strings |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) · American Montessori Society (AMS) · National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) · California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) |
| Religious Affiliations | Catholic |