Private school · Santa Monica
PS1 Pluralistic School
A private nonsectarian elementary school in Santa Monica for kindergarten through sixth grade, built on pluralism.
- Ages
- Ages 5–12
- Price
- Ask the provider
- Where
- 1225 Broadway, Santa Monica
PS1 Pluralistic School (K-6)
PS1 Pluralistic School is a private, nonsectarian elementary school at 1225 Broadway in Santa Monica, for kindergarten through sixth grade, ages 5 to 12. Its approach is progressive and project-based, grounded in the idea that a community is enriched when its differences are respected. The school describes its program as a seven-year journey through K to 6, with multi-age grouping, learning expeditions, camping trips, service learning and a summer camp. Specialist classes include art, music, physical education, Spanish, library and STEAM. An Enrichment and Extended Care program runs before and after the school day. The federal Private School Universe Survey for 2023-24 counted 200 students and 23 teachers, about nine students per teacher. It suits a family wanting a small nonsectarian school with arts, languages and hands-on projects from kindergarten through sixth grade.
- Private school
- 200 students
- What’s there: A library
- Programs at school: An arts focus; A STEM focus
About PS1 Pluralistic School
PS1 Pluralistic School is a private, nonsectarian elementary school at 1225 Broadway in Santa Monica. Founded in 1971, it is built on pluralism, the belief that a community is enriched when individual differences are understood, respected and welcomed. The school is a member of CAIS and NAIS, according to its website.
- Since 1971
- CAIS member
- NAIS member
Where and how to reach them
1225 BroadwaySanta Monica, CA 90404
Details from psone.org, checked October 9, 2026. Prices, dates and spaces change: check with PS1 Pluralistic School before you sign up. Something wrong or missing? Write to hello@summerground.com.