Unlocking the Potential Within Every Student
Small classes, teachers who care, and personalized attention to help you succeed.
Private Education for Grades 8-12
Small Class Sizes
OA is the perfect fit for students seeking a small, welcoming environment, and support for learning differences.
Personalization
Our personalized teaching methods offer challenging coursework designed to support students’ learning styles and prepare them for higher education and responsible citizenship.
Diverse
We are a diverse student body attracting students from across the East Bay Area and around the world.
Award Winning
Voted Best Alternative Learning High School & Best Independent High School from Best of the East Bay.
Communicators
Thinkers
& Active
People
You Can Succeed
Orinda Academy believes in the unique potential within each student.
Our welcoming environment celebrates individualism and supports differences. Rigorous coursework and a wide range of electives and student-led clubs provide a place for everyone to excel.
Where’d They Land?
Orinda Academy Alumni Take Off to College and Beyond.

100% of Orinda Academy graduates are prepared for a bright and individualized future. Our on-site college counselor helps each student make the best choice. Explore the map to see which colleges and companies take our graduates even further.