Our Mission
Transforming Education
Our mission is to foster independent thinking in a creative and challenging environment, by providing a diversified curriculum with an evolving and innovative framework of high standards in arts-integrated teaching and learning. We commit ourselves to helping children become thoughtful, engaged citizens in a global society, prepared for participation in the world beyond our school.
Our Story
Since our founding in 1981, the Children's Creative and Performing Arts Academy has been at the forefront of fostering academic excellence and artistic expression. With a rich history spanning over four decades, our academy has been instrumental in providing an educational experience that integrates academics and the arts. We believe that a well-rounded education empowers children to develop not only their intellectual capabilities but also their creative instincts. By offering a comprehensive curriculum that combines rigorous academics with diverse artistic disciplines, including visual arts, music, dance, and theater, we strive to ignite the imagination, foster critical thinking, and cultivate a lifelong love for learning and creativity in our students.
National Recognitions
We are proud to be recognized as one of the Top 5 K-12 schools in San Diego, the #1 most diverse private high school in the San Diego area, as well as the #16 most diverse private high school nationwide. Our commitment to excellence is further highlighted by our status as a Platinum school on the 2024 AP School Honor Roll and being a recipient of the AP Access Award, which recognizes schools whose AP programs are maximizing college readiness, and reflects our dedication to providing equitable access to advanced coursework for all students.