Individuality. Discovery. Community.
At Serendipity School, learning is joyful, hands-on, and full of discovery. Children are celebrated for who they are, supported in exploring who they are becoming, and connected to a community where they truly belong.
Learning comes alive through personal, academic, and community engagement, empowering children to grow with curiosity, compassion, and a strong sense of purpose. We nurture learners who are not only joyful and resilient, but also thoughtful citizens prepared to engage meaningfully with the world.
As a progressive independent school, Serendipity is dedicated to the whole child—mind, heart, and spirit. Our experiential approach invites children to question, explore, and discover with wonder and joy. With support for individual needs, opportunities for voice and choice, and a culture of collaboration, students grow as creative thinkers, compassionate community members, and engaged participants in a diverse and democratic world.
Our Pillars
Individuality
At Serendipity, every child is truly known and celebrated. We honor each student’s interests, strengths, and voice while encouraging exploration of identity. Students learn to understand themselves and others, embrace challenges, and build the confidence and resilience to grow as self-aware learners.
Discovery
Learning is an active journey. Through hands-on projects and rich academic engagement, students think critically, explore creatively, and find joy in discovery. Collaboration and problem solving are at the heart of this process, supported by a dynamic curriculum that nurtures curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning.
Community
Serendipity is more than a school—it is a place to belong. In our inclusive community, students, families, and educators grow together with care and purpose. Children are empowered to contribute, take risks, and engage with the world around them with compassion, confidence, and responsibility.
“Serendipity finds the little thing that makes each child unique and expounds upon that. It creates children who are confident, self-aware, and ready to face the world.” Serendipity School Parent
Programs
Preschool, Kindergarten, and Elementary
Check out our preschool, https://parentspress.com/schools/california/san-mateo/serendipity-preschool/
