FAQs

List of 10 frequently asked questions.

• Does my child/ family need to be Episcopalian to attend St. Matthew’s?

  We welcome children from all religious and non-religious backgrounds. Approximately 10-15% of our student body is Episcopalian. St. Matthew's Episcopal is committed to serving a diverse student body representing a variety of cultural, economic, ethnic, and religious backgrounds.

• How many students are in each class?

  PreKindergarten (4 years old): One section of up to 15 students with 2 teachers in each classroom.
  Grades K - 8: Up to 18 students per class or section, with up to 36 students per grade level. 

• Is there a before and after-school childcare program?

  The Mustang Afterschool Program is available for all grades:
  
  Early Care: Available beginning at 7:30 a.m., Monday through Friday for all grades.
  
  Afternoon Care: Available until 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday for all grades.
  
  Additional Fees Apply

• Is financial assistance available?

  Tuition and financial assistance are available to students in Pre-K through eighth grade. More information can be found here.
  

• What second language is taught at St. Matthew’s?

  Spanish is taught to children in pre-k through fifth grade. Spanish and Mandarin are course options beginning in sixth grade.

• What support services are available for students?

  The Learning Center is a resource for students, parents, and teachers. We also have a School Counselor on staff who works with teachers, parents, students, and administration, to assist in identifying strategies and best practices to promote student social/emotional progress. More details can be found here.

• How many teachers per grade level?

  We are committed to having a lead teacher and assistant teacher in each of our Pre-K through 2nd grade classes.
  
  In 3rd and 4th grade, we typically have one lead teacher for each homeroom and a shared classroom assistant between the 2 classes in each grade. 
  

• Where do St. Matthew’s students attend high school?

  St. Matthew’s Episcopal Day School graduates are accepted at a wide range of independent, boarding, and public secondary schools. Learn more about our high school guidance program.

• What opportunities are available for parents to be involved in the school community?

  Parents are encouraged to volunteer with the Day School Parents' Association. The DSPA coordinates many volunteer “fun and fundraising” opportunities. In addition, there are a number of program-related field trips, community service experiences for parents and students to participate in together. More details here.

• How do students get to school?

  Our students get to school in a variety of ways.  The majority of our students arrive at school via car/carpool.  Students also walk or bike to school.  
  
  Our campus is located just two blocks from the downtown San Mateo Caltrain station. We have a growing community of students and faculty members that ride the train to and from school.