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St. Vincent de Paul School offers a faith-filled Preschool and TK8 Catholic education focused on academic excellence, spiritual growth, and service to others.
Rooted in Catholic values, the school provides a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to grow intellectually, socially, and spiritually.
With small class sizes, dedicated teachers, strong family partnerships, and enriching programs in STEM, the arts, athletics, and leadership, St. Vincent de Paul School prepares students to become confident learners and compassionate leaders grounded in faith and community.
Founded in 1948, St. Vincent de Paul School is a vibrant Catholic
Preschool and TK8 school located in the Mission Hills neighborhood
of San Diego, California. Rooted in the values of faith, academic
excellence, and service, St. Vincent de Paul School provides a
nurturing and inclusive environment where students are encouraged
to grow spiritually, intellectually, socially, and emotionally.
Conveniently located near downtown San Diego, the school welcomes
families from across the county and fosters a strong sense of
community grounded in Catholic tradition.
The Preschool and Transitional Kindergarten programs offer a
warm, engaging early childhood experience designed to inspire
curiosity, creativity, confidence, and independence. Through
hands-on learning, structured play, faith formation, and
individualized attention, young learners develop foundational
academic and social-emotional skills in a safe and caring
environment. The school's early education program supports the
development of the whole child while preparing students for
long-term academic success.
In the TK8 program, students benefit from a rigorous and
well-rounded curriculum that integrates Catholic values with strong
academics. Instruction includes language arts, mathematics,
science, social studies, religion, technology, Spanish, music, art,
and physical education. Small class sizes and dedicated faculty
create personalized learning experiences that challenge students
academically while nurturing character, leadership, and compassion.
Students are encouraged to become confident learners, critical
thinkers, and faith-filled leaders prepared for success in high
school and beyond.
Beyond the classroom, St. Vincent de Paul School offers a rich
variety of athletics, extracurricular activities, student
leadership opportunities, and service-learning experiences that
help students discover their talents and deepen their connection to
the community. The school's partnership with families, commitment
to Catholic identity, and focus on educating the whole child have
made St. Vincent de Paul School a trusted and respected educational
community for generations of San Diego families.
As a graduate of K-8 Catholic education, I believe it was non-negotiable to provide my son with the same foundation that I had received. I had always imagined we would enroll him in my alma mater, but after taking a tour at St. Vincent the warm and welcoming community won both me and my wife over. Choosing St Vincent has been one of the best choices that we have made as a family. Attending the morning assembly has become part of our family's daily routine, and we have become immersed in an amazing community. Our son loves going to school each morning and has gained confidence through participation in the after-school sports program. As early as Kindergarten, our son recognizes that he is part of this community and is reminded by his principal, parents, his teammates, and friends from every grade who welcome him each day.
- Posted by Parent - Kristina W.
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The average private school tuition in San Diego, CA is $16,542 for elementary schools and $28,432 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
