About Us

Experience educators with an innovative mission

Sycamore Community School supports a dynamic K–8 learning experience in a small, inclusive environment with a low student-teacher ratio. We nurture learners through hands-on academics, cross-grade collaboration, and values-based instruction. Rooted in the rich diversity of Los Angeles, our programming extends beyond the classroomβ€”fostering civic engagement, environmental stewardship, and meaningful community partnerships. With a focus on personal growth and academic readiness, we prepare students to thrive in high school and beyond.

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Fostering resilient, independent, compassionate students

Sycamore Community School supports a dynamic K–8 learning experience in a small, inclusive environment with a low student-teacher ratio. We nurture learners through hands-on academics, cross-grade collaboration, and values-based instruction. Rooted in the rich diversity of Los Angeles, our programming extends beyond the classroomβ€”fostering civic engagement, environmental stewardship, and meaningful community partnerships. With a focus on personal growth and academic readiness, we prepare students to thrive in high school and beyond.

Our approach to learning

Diverse Communities

Sycamore Community School welcomes and celebrates students and families from diverse cultural, racial, religious, gender, and sexual orientation backgrounds. Sycamore is committed to fostering a community that is a catalyst for a more just society.  Sycamore emphasizes educating the whole person, explicitly examining injustice in an historical and contemporary context, and providing opportunities for social change within the school, local and world communities.  Students will embark on the journey to become agents of change and develop a deep awareness and understanding of the past and present injustices in society.  A dynamic educational program will not only challenge students to critically think about social and economic inequity, but call them to take action towards advocacy for change.

Sustainability

Sustainability is part of everyday life at Sycamore. Students help refill soap dispensers using our on-campus refillery system and process food waste through hands-on compostingβ€”practices that foster responsibility and environmental awareness. These small, consistent actions help students see their ability to make meaningful change, both at school and in the wider community.

Our Campus

1229 4th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401


Adjacent to St. Augustine-by-the-Sea and a short walk from the LA Metro, we are perfectly positioned as the ultimate community school. Check out our instagram @Sycamorecommunityschool to view the diverse opportunities that are just steps away from our school. These opportunities will cater to students being contributors, advocates, and allies for our Santa Monica and greater Los Angeles community. 

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Our Values

Resilient

Independent

Creative

Compassionate

Kind

Engaged

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