Our two campuses are located in the coastside community of Pacifica, easily accessible from San Francisco and the Peninsula. 

Our early application deadline is December 3rd. Our late application deadline is January 7th.

Pacific Bay Christian School gives careful consideration to every application. The admissions process begins online with the completion of the inquiry form.

A member of the Admissions staff will contact you once the inquiry has been received.

We encourage all applicants to visit the campus. Middle and high school applicants schedule a visit here.

Students applying for Grades 6 – 12 complete an application online. Once the application is received, a personal interview will be scheduled. 

We encourage applicants to complete this process by Januart 7th. However, in grades where there are open seats, PacBay will continue to consider applications.

Early Application Deadline ~ December 3

Late Application Deadline ~ January 7

Final Decisions Communicated ~ Before March 4

FAST Deadline ~ March 15

Enrollment Deadline ~ March 25

The admissions interview is an informal conversation with members of the Admissions Committee that provides candidates and parents the opportunity to get to know Pacific Bay Christian School as we get to know the applicant. Interviews are scheduled once the application is complete and all required documentation has been received.

PacBay’s comprehensive and holistic review process pays attention to an applicant’s

• potential for success in our rigorous academic program, 
• enthusiastic attitude toward learning, 
• affinity to our mission and core values, and 
• willingness to contribute to the betterment of our community.

Early in March the Admissions Committee prayerfully and carefully evaluates every application. Families are notified of admissions decisions by mid-March. For those candidates who apply after the winter deadlines, applications for placement are considered based on available space. Notification is made within a week following the completion of the application and the student’s interview.

Pacific Bay Christian School is committed to providing the best educational opportunity for all students. PacBay has limited resources for support and assistance to students who require additional services. Candidates must complete a questionnaire detailing current accommodations and services. In some cases, additional information will be required before a decision can be made.

Yes, tuition assistance is distributed based on need. Families must complete the FAST application to be considered for tuition assistance. Copies of your state and federal income tax returns are required. The tuition assistance committee meets at least once a year to review applications and award aid. A new tuition assistance application is required annually.

No. Decisions regarding admissions and financial aid are made independently by different committees.

Respectful apparel and personal grooming standards are important components in maintaining a positive, constructive, and mutually beneficial learning environment. Clothing and personal appearance must be neat, clean, in good repair, and modest in fit and length and appropriate to a Christian educational environment. Dress, hairstyle or makeup should not call undue attention to the individual or be distracting. This code applies during any school day, including exam days, from the time of arrival on campus. More information about the high school dress code is HERE.

The PacBay uniform and dress codes are designed to build a spirit of community through a shared identity.

Grades 5 – 12 8:00am – 2:45 pm*

* X-block for students in grades 5 – 12 is daily from 2:45 pm – 3:30 pm.

When the county health guidelines allow, students should arrive on campus no earlier than 7:30 am.

High school students are welcome to remain in the Community Center on the Linda Mar campus until 5:00 pm daily. The middle school clubhouse is staffed until 5:00 pm daily.

For any COVID-19 related questions, please visit our COVID-19 page.

The high school teacher/student ratio is 1:7. In the middle school the ratio is 1:10.

PacBay students are accepted to the University of California campuses and many other colleges and universities including Princeton, Boston University, Biola University and Westmont College. A complete list of the colleges and universities where recent graduates have been accepted is available from the Admissions Office.

Yes, PacBay will accept international students at every grade level. For students who are not available for in-person interviews, video interviews are conducted.

Yes, Under the law known as Senate Bill 277, beginning January 1, 2016, exemptions based on personal beliefs will no longer be an option for the vaccines required by public and private schools, including Pacific Bay Christian School.