Boarding school expands your idea of what’s possible. Find independence, gain valuable life skills, and live with your new best friends.

Living and Learning
in Community

For boarding students, Santa Catalina School is more than just a place to live—it’s a vibrant, welcoming community where connection, culture, and support are part of everyday life.

It's a place where your new roommate may be from China and your neighbor down the hall from Mexico. Where resident faculty are always close by to offer guidance, whether you're tackling homework or simply need someone to talk to. And where your relationships grow deeper and more meaningful each year.

 
 

The Dorm Experience

Dorms are for more than sleeping. 

Our three dorms—Thompson for freshmen, Greer for sophomores and juniors, and Hills for seniors—have cozy living rooms where students can chat, play games, and watch movies, while the central patio is a favorite spot for s'mores and pumpkin carving.

Off-Campus Adventures

Heading off campus, students explore downtown Monterey and Carmel, finding their favorite coffee shops and lunch spots as day students help boarders get to know the area. On weekends, students can take part in organized activities that range from paddle boarding and theatre performances to trips to San Francisco and San Jose.

One thing I love about living at Catalina is constantly being surrounded by friends. Whether it's after school for sports, doing homework at night, or leaving campus on weekends, there's always someone to hang out and have fun with.

Andriana ’25, boarding student from Los Gatos, CA

At boarding school, you get to learn things that will prepare you for college and put you way ahead of the game. Boarding also helps you to gain a sense of independence that many students won't experience for a while.

Rehema ’24, boarding student from Georgia

Upper School

Upper School

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