SF S.T.E.A.M. Academy K-5
Our Vision
Nurturing thoughtful innovators for a better world.
At SF S.T.E.A.M Academy, we envision a world where every child is empowered to grow authentically, explores fearlessly,
and thrives with confidence.
Curious, Creative, Confident, and Compassionate Learners
Safe, Valued, and Inspired
Our supportive community fosters a deep sense of belonging, where children feel safe, valued, and inspired
to reach their fullest potential.
Our students grow into capable, confident individuals, ready to connect, contribute, and thrive in an ever-evolving world.
Fueling a Lifetime of Curiosity
We nurture students' curiosity, creativity, and abilities through personalized, dynamic, and engaging learning experiences. With a multifaceted approach to learning—rooted in discovery, empathy, expression, and innovation—we prepare children to connect meaningfully with the world and to shape a future filled with possibilities.
Grounded in Research on How Best Children Learn
Relevant
Purposeful
Purposeful
Children dive into a dynamic, interdisciplinary curriculum where science, technology, engineering, arts, and math seamlessly blend with essential academic, social, and physical skills. This holistic approach sparks joy, fosters growth, and equips them for a thriving future.
Purposeful
Purposeful
Purposeful
Children build strong reading, writing, and math skills by exploring ideas, solving real-world problems, and expressing their thoughts. Engaged and motivated, they see how these skills empower them to think analytically and create meaningful solutions.
Immersive
... Feelings Matter
... Feelings Matter
Our deep-dive, thematic approach ignites curiosity, fuels creativity, builds confidence, and strengthens collaboration. Children learn in meaningful and impactful ways by exploring relevant topics tied to real-life experiences.
... Feelings Matter
... Feelings Matter
... Feelings Matter
Social-emotional learning nurtures self-awareness, confidence, and connection. Children develop healthy ways to express emotions, navigate relationships, and build a strong sense of self and community.
Enriching Your Child's Education
Creative and Socially Interactive Dual-Language Learning
Enjoyable and Enriching After-School Programs
Intersections of S.T.E.A.M. Fields
Cultivating the Inventive Mindset
Innovation thrives at the intersection of disciplines, where seemingly unrelated fields converge to create groundbreaking ideas. Science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) are dynamic fields that, when combined, spark creativity, problem-solving, and groundbreaking advancements.
In the book The Medici Effect, Frans Johansson describes how breakthrough ideas occur at the intersection of diverse fields, cultures, and disciplines. He writes, “When you step into the Intersection, you can combine concepts from multiple fields, generating ideas that leap beyond the boundaries of any single area of expertise.” This principle mirrors the rise of Silicon Valley, where intersecting fields—computer science, engineering, biotech, mathematics, the arts, and business—fueled the birth of computers, semiconductor chips, and countless technological advancements, all backed by visionary investments.
Inspiring Innovation Through STEAM Education
At SF S.T.E.A.M. Academy, we embrace this intersectional approach, shaping a STEAM framework that nurtures inventive thinking. Familiarizing children with learning experiences that blend multiple disciplines prepares them to think beyond conventional boundaries, fostering the creativity and problem-solving skills needed to drive their generation's next wave of innovation.
Thoughtful Innovators = Better World
It’s not just about creating something new—it’s about solving real-world problems with care, responsibility, and long-term impact in mind. Thoughtful innovators consider how technology, science, and design affect communities, the environment, and future generations. From biotech breakthroughs that save lives to sustainable engineering that combats climate change, the most impactful innovations are those that balance creativity with ethics, progress with inclusivity, and advancement with social responsibility. We empower the next generation to shape a more advanced, just, equitable, and humane world by cultivating an inventive mindset rooted in analytical thinking and empathy.
After-School Program 4:00-5:30 P.M.
Relax and Recharge
Creative and Fun Activities
Relax and Recharge
Our after-school program provides a caring and inclusive environment where children feel safe and valued. Designed to support both learning enrichment and relaxation, the program allows children to unwind if they are tired, participate in hands-on activities, read, or enjoy social and physical games with peers.
Caring Community
Creative and Fun Activities
Relax and Recharge
With a strong focus on community and support, children thrive in an atmosphere that encourages friendships, explorations, and emotional well-being
after the school day.
The after-school program nurtures social connections, self-expression, and personal growth.
Creative and Fun Activities
Creative and Fun Activities
Creative and Fun Activities
After-school options include cooperative activities and individualized creative and reading stations.
These include individual and group choices of hands-on activities, such as art, music, storytelling, STEM projects, sports, and games.