About Us

Mount Madonna School offers a safe and nurturing college-preparatory learning environment for students preschool through grade 12. Students are supported in becoming caring, self-aware and articulate critical thinkers, who are prepared to meet challenges with perseverance, creativity and integrity. The program is non-sectarian and fully-accredited by CAIS and WASC and emphasizes academic excellence, creative self-expression and positive character development. Located on Summit Road between Gilroy and Watsonville.
If you're looking for a school with small classes and learning that takes students beyond the classroom walls, come find out more about Mount Madonna School (MMS)! MMS' nurturing, Montessori-influenced Pre/K program, and age-appropriate college preparatory elementary, middle and high school curriculum integrates Academic Excellence, Creative Self-Expression and Positive Character Development in a safe and caring learning environment. MMS features a 355-acre campus in the hills overlooking the Monterey Bay, hands-on science labs, outdoor adventure and life skills, national and international travel, marine biology studies on Catalina Island, a mixed-grade mentoring program and visual and performing arts. MMS supports students in becoming caring, self-aware and articulate critical thinkers, who are prepared to meet challenges with perseverance, creativity and integrity. Now celebrating 35 years of quality education! Accredited by CAIS and WASC.