Redwood Christian School Admissions FAQ’s
Here are some of the most commonly asked questions from people exploring RCS. Don’t see your question answered? Click here to request more info
Redwood Christian Schools was founded in 1970. From the first year with 69 students, we now serve over 700 students in grades TK-12. For more about RCS and our history, click here
Over 700 students are enrolled in grades TK through 12th.
Our district office and elementary campuses are on Redwood Road in Castro Valley, CA, and our Middle School and High School campus is in San Lorenzo, CA. Feel free to come visit! Request a personal tour here
The average faculty to student ratio school-wide is 15:1. Meet our outstanding faculty, staff, and administration here
Redwood Christian Schools is dually accredited by both the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and Associated Christian Schools International (ACSI).
Complete the online application here. Or for more information about enrolling at RCS, our complete admissions process is explained here
Yes! Redwood Christian Schools has open enrollment throughout the year. There are several ways to arrange a meeting with us for immediate enrollment and/or transfers. Contact us for more information
There are three main steps in the admissions process: an online application to help us learn more about your child(ren), a student assessment, and an interview with the campus principal. For more information about our admissions process, click here
Yes! Requesting a tour has been made simple! Sign up to tour here on a day and time that works best for you!
Yes! RCS offers tuition assistance to families who meet certain economic criteria. For more information or to apply for tuition assistance, visit our tuition grant information page here
Elementary (TK - 5th grade) is 9 am to 3:30 pm.
Middle School (6th - 8th grade) is 8 am to 2:40 pm.
High School (9th - 12th grade) is 8 am to 2:50 pm.
Redwood Christian Schools Eagle Care is offered for an additional fee before- and after-school. For more information about Eagle Care, visit our information page here
Redwood Christian Schools does not require parent volunteer hours, however, there are many opportunities to volunteer and be as involved as desired such as being an elementary room parent, helping with special events like the Back-to-School Student BBQ, Harvest Day, and class parties, and assisting with service projects such as Operation Christmas Child, etc.
Students at Redwood Christian Schools have physical education everyday. In addition, recreational and competitive sport teams start in 3rd grade. For more information about team sports offered at RCS, visit our athletics site here
For curriculum information, visit our academics page here
In the upper elementary grade levels, RCS offers multiple electives for grades 4 and 5 that change yearly. Examples from previous years include Computer Literacy, Spanish, and Robotics. In the lower elementary grade levels, students have enrichment and support opportunities through our pull-out FOSS Science and Saxon Math programs as well as the Advanced Reading program, art classes, music classes, and daily P.E.
At the Middle School and High School, students have the opportunity for varied electives. Examples include choral and instrumental music, art, foreign languages, writing, computer literacy and coding, school community development, a Christian missions team, leadership courses, and student council.
RCS also maintains a robust and competitive athletic program for our middle school and high school students. Varsity and Junior Varsity sports for both boys and girls include Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball, Track, and Cross Country as well as Boys Baseball and Girls Softball.
RCS offers Advanced Placement courses in our English, Math, and Social Science course programs throughout grades 9-12. Examples include: AP Literature and Composition, AP Language, AP Calculus, AP U.S. History, AP World History, and AP Economics. Honors courses in English, Science, and Advanced Math courses are offered as well.
60% of our graduates attend a four year university (UC, State, or private institute) and 30% attend a two year college. In addition, roughly 10% of our graduates join a branch of military or advance to a trade program.
