MISSION
Inspired by Gospel values, as reflected in the life and teachings of Jesus, St. Timothy School works in partnership with the Archdiocese of San Francisco and families in our parish and neighboring communities to create a safe and vibrant learning environment. Educated in the Roman Catholic faith, students develop their skills as loving Christians, innovative learners, giving citizens, humble students, and thoughtful communicators.
PHILOSOPHY
St. Timothy School is an active Roman Catholic community dedicated to the education of the whole child. We acknowledge and support the role of parents as the primary educators of their children and work in partnership to promote the spiritual, academic, emotional, and social development of each student. We believe all students deserve an inspiring and well-rounded academic program that prompts critical thinking and meets individual learning needs. We honor students' achievements and promote skills to be productive, contributing citizens in a global society. We value the diversity of our community and instill respect for all people and concern for the needs of the world.
COMMITMENT
St. Timothy School, mindful of its mission to be a witness to the love of Christ for all, admits students of any race, color, and national and /or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded to or made available to students at St. Timothy School. St. Timothy School does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and/or ethnic origin, age, sex or disability in the administration of educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school administered programs.
CURRICULUM
The St. Timothy School full curriculum includes instruction in religion, English language arts, mathematics, science, history/social science, foreign language, physical education, and music/drama. Technology is integrated throughout the curriculum.
Students are also encouraged to participate in our many after school extra-curricular programs, including instrumental band, PPSL (Peninsula Parish Sports League) sports, and rotating offerings such as coding, cooking, martial arts, drawing, and more.
St. Timothy Catholic School is accredited by the Western Catholic Educational Association (WCEA) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
prayer
Dear God,
Thank you for all of the wonderful gifts You have given us.
In the spirit of St. Timothy, help us use these gifts to become better people in our family of God.
Fill our hearts with love for all creation.
Help our ears to hear Your Word.
Open our eyes so that we may see people in need.
Let our hands reach out to help others.
Lift our voices in prayer and song to celebrate our faith in You.
May Your light shine upon us, guide us in peaceful ways, and bring us closer to You.
We ask this through Christ, our Lord,
Amen.
FAQ's
Where is the school located?
We are conveniently located at 1515 Dolan Avenue in San Mateo, CA, close to the 101 and 92 freeways. We are in close proximity to many companies, including Gilead, PlayStation, and Visa.
Do you offer before and after school care for your students?
Yes! The before and after school Extended Care program is available to all students attending St. Timothy School. Fees for the program are hourly. You can find more information here.
What type of programs do you offer students outside of the daily curriculum?
We feel it is very important to offer students a range of activities for intellectual, emotional and physical growth, and arrange for fee-based after-school extra-curricular programs to be available for students. Programs include instrumental band, PPSL sports, and other rotating offerings in the areas of sports/movement, technology/robotics, and math/science enrichment.
How do I apply?
Please see our Admissions process - we look forward to meeting you!
Where do your students continue on to high school and college?
Each year, graduates are admitted to the private or public high schools of their choice, such as Junipero Serra High School San Mateo, Notre Dame High School Belmont, Mercy High School Burlingame, St. Francis High School in Mountain View, and Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory in San Francisco, as well as highly-rated Aragon High School, Hillsdale High School, and San Mateo High School.
What is the yearly tuition? Do you offer sibling discounts?
Following is our Tuition and Fees schedule for the 2022-2023. More information can be found on our Admissions page.
TUITION AND FEES 2022-2023
Registration Fee: $350.00
Technology Fee: $100.00
Tuition:
|
TUITION |
ONE CHILD |
TWO CHILDREN |
THREE CHILDREN |
|
Participating |
$8,358 |
$16,490 |
$24,396 |
|
Non-Participating |
$9,348 |
$17,480 |
$25,386 |
The participating tuition rate is for families who choose to fulfill the service hour commitment of 40 hours per school year. The non-participating tuition rate is for those families who choose not to fulfill the service hour commitment. Several tuition payment options are available.
Do I have to send lunch for my child everyday?
Parents may choose to send lunch to school with their child, or take advantage of our healthy, fee-based lunch program through Choicelunch. Choicelunch is available Tuesday-Friday. You can learn more about Choicelunch here.
What are the uniform requirements?
Students are required to wear the school uniform as described in our Parent-Student Handbook, purchased at Dennis Uniform. Students are permitted to wear free dress on special occasions.
How will I know what’s happening at school?
St. Timothy School uses a school intranet portal, SchoolSpeak, to keep parents informed of school and class activities. All families have access to this intranet portal for information such as announcements and newsletters, calendars, policies and procedures, volunteer sign-ups, and assignments and grades (for upper grade classes). Teachers and room parents also communicate regularly through SchoolSpeak about about class-specific information.
What if our family is not Catholic?
While we are a Catholic parish school, we welcome students from all backgrounds to our community. All students participate fully in the spiritual life of the school We do not offer an "opt-out" of religious instruction or activities.
How many students per class?
We have one class per grade, and class sizes vary between approximately 20-30 students.
What are school hours?
MONDAY – Early Dismissal All Grades
|
First Bell/Line-up Bell |
7:58 am |
|
Second Bell/Morning Assembly |
8:00 am |
|
Recess |
10:25 – 10:40 am |
|
Lunch |
12:15 – 12:55 pm |
|
Dismissal |
1:45 pm |
|
Dismissal, one Monday per month |
12:25 pm |
There is NO CHOICELUNCH service on MONDAYS.
TUESDAY through FRIDAY
|
|
Grades K through 3 |
Grades 4 through 8 |
|
First Bell/Line-up Bell |
7:58 am |
7:58 am |
|
Second Bell/Morning Assembly |
8:00 am |
8:00 am |
|
Recess |
10:25 – 10:40 am |
10:25 – 10:40 am |
|
Lunch |
12:15 – 12:55 pm |
12:15 – 12:55 pm |
|
Dismissal |
2:50 pm |
3:05 pm |
(Grades K-2 also have an afternoon recess.)
Will I have to participate in fundraising efforts?
Each family is required to participate in school fundraising. There are several options for participation; families may choose which is most convenient. More information can be found in the St. Timothy School Tuition and Fundraising Summary and Agreement.
Do I have to volunteer for the school?
Families that opt for the participating tuition rate fulfill a volunteer service requirement of 40 hours per school year (20 hours for single-parent families). Families that opt the non-participating rate are not required to fulfill volunteer service hours, but are still welcome and encouraged to participate as they are able.
Is there a sports program?
St. Timothy School partners with PPSL (Peninsula Parish Sports League) to offer sports for students in grades 4-8, including baseball, volleyball, basketball, and track and field. As part of PPSL, St. Timothy School plays competitively with our sister Catholic schools in the area. Younger students may sign up for rotating after school extra-curricular sports sessions on a trimester basis, such soccer, tae kwon do, fencing, and dance.
How does your middle school program operate?
The St. Timothy School offers a departmentalized middle school program in which students have a homeroom class and then rotate on a subject-by-period basis throughout the school day.
What safety measures do you use?
The administration, staff, and families of St. Timothy are committed to making St. Timothy School a safe and nurturing place for students to learn. The school building is locked at all times and the school follows safety protocols and practices safety procedures/drills regularly. In cases of emergencies, St. Timothy School follows the San Mateo County Big Five protocol.