What Sets Park Day Apart

Park Day’s foundation is progressive education, prioritizing project-based learning, real-world relevance, and student voice and engagement. Across all disciplines, students are mentored to think critically, work collaboratively, and lead with purpose.

At Park Day, students are invested in their learning because they see its value, not just because it’s assigned. Academic rigor means learning challenging content paired with a joyful, student inquiry-based approach. Interdisciplinary projects spark curiosity and invite students to problem-solve in a way that feels relevant and engaging. 

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are student- and curriculum-centered. Students explore identity, fairness, and social systems in age-appropriate ways from day one, building empathy and civic responsibility from the ground up. Helping students think critically and use ethical reasoning is part of teaching practice and community life.

Tucked into 4 acres in the heart of Oakland, Park Day’s campus offers a whimsical and unique learning environment. The edible garden, multitude of play spaces, woodshop, and tree lined paths influence the way the school teaches science, design, and inspires creativity. Perfect for exploration and imagination, the outdoor space shapes student life, TK – 8th.