Oakwood School (Morgan Hill, CA)

What Oakwood School (Morgan Hill, CA) does

Oakwood School is an independent, non-sectarian, college-preparatory institution serving students from Preschool through 12th grade on a 30-acre campus in Morgan Hill, California. Founded in 1998 by Michelle Helvey (eldest granddaughter of Pinewood School founder Gwen Riches), the school operates as a private non-profit and is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). It enrolls approximately 670 students with an 11:1 student-to-teacher ratio, and reports that 100% of graduates are college-bound, 96% of 10th-12th graders take AP exams, 79% of high school faculty hold advanced degrees, and 138 upper school course offerings anchor a broad academic catalog. Athletics (35 teams), 46 student-led clubs, and 81%/83% arts and athletics participation rates among upper school students supplement the core curriculum alongside performing and visual arts programs.

The school's revenue model is anchored in annual tuition across grade tiers (Middle School tuition disclosed at $34,560 for 2026-2027), supplemented by recurring auxiliary streams including Before School ($1,008/year) and After School ($3,048/year) Recreation programs, Summer@Oakwood day camps, enrollment fees of $500-$1,000, book/activity fees, and a Spirit Store. Need-based financial aid is administered through Clarity, while merit scholarships range from $1,000 to $16,000 annually and a full four-year Hawks Scholarship supports qualifying 9th graders. Fundraising flows through the Annual Fund, Oakwood Fund Run (99Pledges), and Oakwood Auction (OneCause). Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer and event-driven: campus tours, Hawk for a Day shadow visits, Open House events, and an admissions team led by a Director of Enrollment Management drive applications, with international student recruitment routed through a core partnership with Cambridge Network. Technology infrastructure is a stack of best-of-breed education SaaS - Finalsite for the website, Veracross as the student information system, Clarity for financial aid, Active Network for camp registration, and Shopify for merchandise - with no proprietary AI/ML components.

Customer segments are horizontal: families in Morgan Hill and the surrounding South Bay region seeking independent college-preparatory education (primary), plus an international high school student cohort supported via Cambridge Network. The school is led by Dr. Cameron Helvey, a founding-year student who stepped into the Head of School role on July 1, 2026, after serving as Associate Head of School since summer 2024, supported by dedicated directors for Development, Communications, College Counseling, Enrollment Management, and Business Operations.

Name

Oakwood School (Morgan Hill, CA)

Legal name

Oakwood School

Website

https://oakwoodway.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Oakwood School is an independent, non-sectarian, WASC-accredited college-preparatory school in Morgan Hill, California, serving approximately 670 students from Preschool through 12th grade on a 30-acre campus, with tuition, auxiliary programs, and fundraising as its primary revenue streams.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private K-12 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Elementary Schools (EDAJAAAB)

Keywords

• Private K-12 education
• College preparatory school
• Independent school education
• Early childhood learning
• Secondary education

Headquarters

HQ city

Morgan Hill

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition Revenue: Primary revenue from tuition payments for Preschool through 12th grade education. Tuition rates vary by grade level with additional fees for enrollment, books, and activities. Sibling discounts available.
2. Before & After School Programs: Additional revenue from extended care programs for Preschool through Grade 8 students, providing supervision before and after regular school hours.
3. Summer Programs: Revenue from Summer@Oakwood camp programs including Summer Explorers day camp.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Oakwood School delivers independent, non-sectarian, college-preparatory education from Preschool through 12th Grade on a 30-acre Morgan Hill, CA campus. Core offerings span Preschool & Junior Kindergarten, Elementary (K-5), Middle School (6-8), and High School (9-12), supplemented by performing and visual arts, a 35-team athletics program, college counseling, and Summer@Oakwood camp programs. The school enrolls 670 students with an 11:1 student-to-teacher ratio and 79% of high school faculty holding advanced degrees.

Product overview

Oakwood School is an independent, non-sectarian, college-preparatory institution offering a comprehensive educational program from Preschool through 12th Grade on a 30-acre campus. The school provides a structured academic core spanning Early Childhood (Preschool & Junior Kindergarten), Elementary School (Kindergarten-Grade 5), Middle School (Grades 6-8), and High School (Grades 9-12), supplemented by enrichment programs in performing and visual arts, a 35-team athletics program, college counseling, and Summer@Oakwood camps. The curriculum emphasizes learning from passionate experts across all subjects, with 138 upper school course offerings and 96% AP exam participation. Auxiliary services include before/after school recreation, international student support, and financial aid programs. The school is accredited by WASC and operates as a non-profit educational institution.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Preschool & Junior Kindergarten Program Early childhood developmental program for children ages 3-4, focusing on academic readiness, fine and gross motor skills, and emerging social skills through hands-on, multi-sensory learning approaches. Delivered on the 30-acre Morgan Hill campus for Preschool & Junior Kindergarten families.
• Elementary School Program (Kindergarten - Grade 5) Lower school program providing a foundation program (K-3) and intermediate program (grades 4-5), featuring systematic reading instruction, multi-sensory math education, and enrichment classes in art, drama, library, music, PE, science, and technology for elementary-age students.
• Middle School Program (Grades 6-8) College-preparatory middle school with core academic classes plus two electives per trimester. Core subjects include Literature, Writing, Science (Earth, Life, Physical), History, and Mathematics; electives span arts, athletics, computer science, languages, and more. Tuition is $34,560 with a $790 Book and Activity Fee.
• High School Program (Grades 9-12) College-preparatory upper school with 138 course offerings, AP exam participation among 96% of grades 10-12, and graduation preparation for top colleges nationwide. Includes 79% of High School Faculty with Advanced Degrees.
• College Counseling Program Dedicated college counseling services supporting students through college application processes, transcript requests, and high school profile preparation for college admissions.
• Summer@Oakwood Camp Programs Summer camp and exploration programs including Summer Explorers for younger students, offering academic and recreational activities during summer break. Registration powered by Active Network camp management software.
• Athletics Program Comprehensive athletic program with 35 teams across high school and middle school levels, including badminton, basketball, cheerleading, cross country, golf, soccer, swimming, tennis, track & field, volleyball, and wrestling.
• Performing Arts Program Performing arts program including theater productions, musical performances, drama classes, and annual musical theater productions for grades 1-12.
• Visual Arts Program Visual arts education across all grade levels, teaching elements and principles of design through drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, and fiber art.
• Before & After School Recreation Childcare program providing supervised care before and after school hours for Preschool through Grade 8 students. Before School Program (7:00-8:15am): $1,008 annually; After School Program (3:15-6:00pm): $3,048 annually.
• International Student Program Program welcoming international high school students with support services, host family coordination, international travel opportunities, and ongoing assistance through Cambridge Network partnership.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% college-bound graduates (Class of 2025)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Cambridge NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCambridge Network partners with Oakwood School to support international student enrollment. The partnership prepares students for life abroad prior to arriving at Oakwood and provides ongoing support for international students and their families throughout the school year. Cambridge Network manages international student applications and provides transition services.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Bellarmine College Preparatory: Jesuit Catholic private high school in San Jose, CA serving approximately 1,650 students. Competes with Oakwood's high school program for Bay Area families seeking rigorous college-preparatory education.
• Harker School: Large independent K-12 college-preparatory school in San Jose, CA serving approximately 2,000 students. Operates in the same Bay Area private school market with similar college-prep mission, large campus footprint, and broad extracurricular programming.
• Challenger School: Private K-8 school with multiple Bay Area campuses. Competes with Oakwood's lower and middle school programs in the same geographic market.
• Archbishop Mitty High School: Catholic private high school in San Jose, CA. Competes with Oakwood's upper school for Silicon Valley families, with comparable AP programming and college-prep outcomes.
• Pinewood School: Independent K-12 college-preparatory school in Los Altos, CA founded by Gwen Riches in 1959—the grandmother of Oakwood's founder Michelle Helvey. Same educational philosophy, family lineage, and Bay Area independent school positioning as Oakwood, making it the most directly comparable peer.
• Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton: Independent Catholic K-12 school in Atherton, CA with preschool through high school programming. Operates in the same Bay Area private school market with similar mission and academic positioning.
• Castilleja School: Independent girls-only school in Palo Alto, CA serving grades 6-12. Bay Area private school competitor with strong college-prep outcomes, similar tuition tier, and overlapping admissions market with Oakwood families.
• Stratford School: Bay Area private K-12 school with multiple campuses serving preschool through high school. Competes directly with Oakwood for Silicon Valley families seeking private college-preparatory education.
• Woodside Priory School: Independent Catholic boarding and day school in Portola Valley, CA serving grades 6-12. Bay Area private school with similar small-class culture, college-prep mission, and tuition tier as Oakwood's upper school.

Broad incumbents

• Basis Independent Schools: Network of independent K-12 schools across multiple U.S. markets with BASIS charter-style college-prep curriculum. Operates at larger scale than Oakwood with similar academic intensity and AP-heavy programming.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/oakwoodway
• Instagraminstagram.com/oakwoodway
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/oakwood-school-morgan-hill-ca

Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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