Los Angeles Area · Brentwood · SMT School

School introduction

This Catholic school in the Brentwood area of Los Angeles offers a regular K–8 curriculum with an emphasis on academic learning, character and service. Learning develops from early literacy and practical exploration to research, writing and problem-solving in the intermediate years, followed by deeper study of language, humanities, mathematics and science in middle school.

Families interested in everyday school life may enquire about a short-term placement. Eligibility in each grade depends on the child’s English, proposed attendance period and classroom availability.

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Curriculum and learning

K–2 focuses on phonics, reading comprehension and expression through whole-class teaching and small-group activities. Mathematics moves from practical materials towards abstract thinking. Hands-on science, art and exploration of materials are also part of regular learning.

Grades 3–5 develop planning, organisation and independent thinking, with research and essay writing. Mathematics places increasing emphasis on word problems and reasoning, building foundations for algebra and geometry.

Grades 6–8 cover English and literature, mathematics, science and humanities, with Latin and advanced-course options. Discussion and writing help students develop their ideas. Science combines laboratory work with investigation, while STEAM includes areas such as coding, design and engineering.

These are features of the regular curriculum. Courses, laboratory work and extracurricular activities available to a short-term student depend on grade, readiness, the proposed attendance period and classroom arrangements.

School features

• Progressive academic learning across K–8
• Reading, expression, research writing and literary discussion
• Mathematics from practical work to reasoning and problem-solving
• Science experiments, STEAM and design exploration
• Attention to responsibility, relationships and service

Grade and entry requirements

The school’s regular curriculum covers K–8. Contact an advisor about grades eligible for a short stay, places and arrangements. The regular grade range does not mean that short-term placements are available in every grade. Students need enough English to participate in everyday classroom life; requirements are confirmed for each grade and individual application.

The school has a Catholic educational setting. Families should understand and be comfortable with its school culture and rules. Required documents, assessment and application forms need to be confirmed for the proposed short stay.

Duration and fees

Contact an advisor about the minimum attendance period. The timing, length and availability of a stay require individual confirmation.

Contact an advisor about fees. Tuition, application and other required charges, payment arrangements and refund conditions must be confirmed before applying.

Accommodation transport and documents

Discuss parent accompaniment, local accommodation and the school commute with an advisor, including the school's supervision and collection requirements.

Ask an advisor about the application form and terms for the proposed short stay. Confirm the applicable fees, withdrawal obligations and required signatures before submitting an application.

Regional location

The school is in the Brentwood area of Los Angeles. Journey planning should use the family’s actual accommodation and school-day travel times.