Inspiring each student to reach their potential — since 1957.
70 years of independent excellence
Founded by Redlands families in 1957. IB World School, CAIS & WASC accredited, and still setting the standard.
IB curriculum. College-prep results.
The only independent, secular PK–8 school in the Inland Empire offering the IB Primary Years Programme.
Now enrolling for 2026–2027
Small classes of 15. A 5:1 student-staff ratio. Schedule a tour and see Valley Prep firsthand.
Every student is known here.
Inspiring Each Student to Reach Their Potential
“Valley Preparatory School inspires each student to reach their potential through a student-centered, enriched academic program in preschool through grade eight. Our students grow into compassionate, inquiring learners who value diverse perspectives, embrace lifelong learning, and are committed to making a positive global impact through awareness and meaningful action.”
At Valley Preparatory School, we envision a dynamic learning community where every student grows into a confident communicator, critical thinker, and reflective innovator. Our graduates are compassionate, globally-minded, and committed to meaningful action. They embrace lifelong learning and strive for both personal and academic growth. Balanced and literate, technologically capable, and appreciative of the arts, world languages, and diverse perspectives, our students are prepared to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are dedicated to continuously refining our curriculum, resources, and environment to bring this vision to life.
Four Commitments. One Complete Education.
Every program at VPS is intentionally designed — and intentionally connected.
The Journey of Discovery
Valley Prep is proud to be an authorized IB World School, offering the IB Primary Years Programme to students from Preschool through 8th grade. The PYP is a rigorous, inquiry-based framework that connects subjects through six trans-disciplinary themes reflecting the real complexity of the world. More than an academic program, the PYP develops cultural sensitivity and international-mindedness alongside intellectual capability. At Valley Prep, the IB framework shapes how every lesson is built, how every question is asked, and how every student comes to understand their place in the world.
Learn About Our IB Program →“At Valley Prep, learning is not organized by subject — it is organized by questions. Our IB framework asks students to inquire, connect, and reflect across six real-world themes that span science, the arts, social studies, and beyond. The result is a student who doesn’t just know things — they know how to think.”
Explore Our IB Programme →Why Families Choose Valley Prep
The Secular Difference
Valley Prep is the Inland Empire's only independent, non-sectarian PK–8 school. Our values — Truth, Judgment, and Courage — are grounded in universal human character, not religious doctrine. Every faith, every family, fully welcome.
Integrated IB Curriculum
Valley Prep is an authorized IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme — a holistic, inquiry-based approach that connects learning across disciplines and cultivates genuine international-mindedness. Rather than teaching subjects in isolation, the PYP weaves them into meaningful, real-world themes that make learning stick and matter.
Rigorous Academics
Valley Prep holds students to high expectations from the earliest grades, building the academic foundation and intellectual habits that open doors to the most competitive secondary schools and universities. Our alumni have gone on to Stanford, UCLA, UC Berkeley, NYU, and Ivy League institutions — a testament to what a Valley Prep education makes possible.
Small Class Sizes
With an average class size of 15 — and a maximum of 12 in Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten — every student receives meaningful individual attention every single day. Kindergarten through 8th grade classes never exceed 18 students, ensuring that no child is ever just a face in the crowd.
Experienced Faculty
Our teachers are credentialed professionals who chose Valley Prep because they believe deeply in its mission — and they stay because they love what they do here. Their dedication goes well beyond the classroom: they know their students as people, invest in their growth, and hold themselves to the same high standards they set for their students.
Home-School Partnership
VPS maintains open, timely communication with parents, actively invites their participation, and creates an atmosphere where families feel truly connected.
Values-Based Education
Honor, integrity, kindness, selflessness, and respect are woven into daily school life. Students practice these values every day, in every interaction — they are the foundation of how we treat each other here.
Leadership & Service
From student government to our award-winning Speech & Debate program, Valley Prep students develop real leadership and communication skills. The emphasis is on substance and service, and the results follow.
Celebrating Diversity
Our community draws from every racial, religious, cultural, and national background — exposure to different perspectives is intentional and integral.
Experiential Learning
From two science labs to multi-day field experiences, students regularly encounter the real-world dimensions of what they study.
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AdmissionsWhen a Valley Prep student walks across a high school stage four years from now, they will have spent their most formative years being challenged, celebrated, and prepared for exactly that moment.
I am honored to serve as Head of School at Valley Preparatory School — an institution that has shaped curious, compassionate, and courageous young people in Redlands for nearly seven decades. Valley Prep’s strength lies not in any single program or credential, but in the daily commitment of our faculty and families to something larger: the belief that a well-educated, well-grounded child can change the world. I invite you to visit our campus, meet our community, and see for yourself what makes Valley Prep unlike any other school in the Inland Empire.
Begin Your Child’s Journey
Choosing a school is one of the most important decisions a family makes. We don’t take that lightly. Our admissions process is designed to be transparent, personal, and unhurried — because finding the right fit matters more to us than filling a seat.
Start a Conversation
The admissions journey begins with a personal conversation with our Director of Admissions. We'll learn about your family, answer your questions, and schedule a campus tour together.
Email Admissions →Submit Application
Our application is straightforward. We're looking for families who share our values and students who are ready to be challenged, supported, and inspired.
Apply Online →Student Visit & Assessment
Your child will spend a day at Valley Prep — experiencing a typical school day, meeting peers, and completing age-appropriate activities. It's as much for them to evaluate us as it is for us to meet them.
Acceptance & Enrollment
Accepted families receive a personal enrollment packet. We welcome you with a $1,000 enrollment deposit that secures your child's place in our community.