On his son's first day of school, a proud Pinewood alumnus and current parent remembers his own first day as a Panther
We Uphold a Rich Legacy of Excellence.
We encourage our students to become kind, well-rounded people who are poised to change their world for the better.
Pinewood Voices
"Both of my daughters attended Pinewood K-12 (they refused to leave along the way). They loved the experience, and we really appreciate the individual attention and care the teachers and administrators provide - no child will be lost at Pinewood. The school prepared them extremely well for their college experience - my elder daughter went to Harvard and the younger to Stanford, and they don't miss a beat due to the great foundation Pinewood gave them."PINEWOOD PARENT
"I don't think it would be possible for me to love a school more. This place has been life changing for my entire family. The dedication of the staff is incredible. Every day when I drop my kids off it feels so much more dear than simply taking them to school, it feels like I'm taking them to spend time with the rest of their family at their home away from home. My children thrive here. They are safe, nurtured, challenged and loved, and they feel it at Pinewood."PINEWOOD PARENT
"For ten years, I have witnessed this magic: genuine care and concern by our inspired teachers that ultimately inspires students to reach their potential. It is an honor and a privilege to work with such a devoted staff."PINEWOOD Faculty member
“Our little girl entered high school at Pinewood shy and uncertain. Four years later, she emerged a young woman who knows herself as a scholar, an athlete, an actress, and a great friend. What a gift.” PARENT OF AN ALUMNA
“The teachers care so much! They've helped me grow into a great person because they push me to become better every day.” PINEWOOD STUDENT
Pinewood School is a private school providing quality education to the Los Altos, Mountain View, Palo Alto, and Sunnyvale community.
Inspiring the Best in Our Students
Our graduates have gone on from our Los Altos, Mountain View, Palo Alto, and Sunnyvale community to continue their quality education at the following universities
Empowering Students to Explore & Grow
Our students engage in meaningful, varied opportunities that empower them to explore their talents and develop new skills.
Athletics
Our mission is to provide competitive opportunities that emphasize the lifelong values of sportsmanship, individual effort, teamwork, dedication, and integrity.
Arts
Our students learn to see their world from new angles—by performing, singing, and dancing on stage, as well as by painting, drawing, and sculpting.
Technology
We aim to enhance the way students learn, communicate, and connect with the world around them by promoting innovation, creativity, and collaboration.
Student Life
No matter what endeavors our students choose to pursue, their experiences spark a journey of self-discovery that is never defined or restricted by labels.
Academics
Our students build tenacity and resilience, becoming confident leaders and contributors inside and outside of the classroom. It’s no wonder that Pinewood students’ academic achievements match or exceed those of any school in the area.
News & Events
K-2 teachers offer resources to help parents promote a grateful mindset
Upper Campus students in the Pinewood Scholars Program engage with real-world issues through podcasting
Pinewood School is a private school providing quality education to the Los Altos, Mountain View, Palo Alto, and Sunnyvale community.
Nondiscriminatory Policy: Pinewood School admits students of any sex, race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, gender identity, gender expression, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the School. It does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, gender identity, gender expression, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship programs, athletic programs and other school-administered programs.