Why SPS
WHY SEVEN PEAKS
At Seven Peaks School, students are inspired to think deeply, explore boldly, and grow into confident, compassionate global citizens. Rooted in the International Baccalaureate framework and surrounded by the natural beauty of Central Oregon, Seven Peaks offers a transformative Preschool through 8th grade experience that balances academic rigor with curiosity, creativity, and joy.
The Seven Peaks advantage is distinctive, one that prepares students not only for success in high school, but for meaningful lives in an ever-changing world.
Give your child the gift of an education that nurtures intellect, character, and connection right here in Bend. Curiosity and community begin here.
We wholeheartedly recommend Seven Peaks School. Our children thrived here—academically, socially, and emotionally. They developed a true love of learning that will serve them for life. They never dreaded going to school, built meaningful relationships with their teachers, and received a truly top-notch education. There is no better option in Central Oregon.PARENT OF 2025 GRADUATE
THE SP ADVANTAGE
Our internationally recognized International Baccalaureate (IB) program challenges students to think critically, communicate confidently, and engage meaningfully with the world around them. From Preschool through 8th grade, students experience inquiry-based learning that fosters curiosity, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.
Our exceptional faculty combine deep expertise with a child-centered approach, creating classrooms where students are known, supported, and encouraged to take intellectual risks. Small class sizes allow teachers to personalize instruction and cultivate strong relationships that help every child thrive.
Our students learn through experience. Whether exploring local ecosystems in Central Oregon, participating in outdoor education programs, engaging in global service learning, or collaborating on interdisciplinary projects, students connect classroom learning to the real world in authentic and lasting ways.
Our Portrait of a Graduate framework helps students develop essential life skills including agency, self-advocacy, leadership, reflection, and global citizenship. Graduates leave Seven Peaks prepared not only for rigorous academics, but for thoughtful participation in their communities and beyond.
Our vibrant arts, music, theater, design, and outdoor programs enrich the educational experience and provide students with opportunities to discover passions, build confidence, and express themselves creatively.
Our inclusive and connected community values kindness, belonging, and mutual respect. Families, faculty, and students partner together to create an environment where children feel safe, supported, and empowered to be themselves.
Our graduates consistently transition successfully into top public, private, independent, and boarding schools, often entering honors and advanced coursework with strong academic habits, confidence, and leadership skills.
At Seven Peaks, we recognize that childhood matters. We prioritize student wellness, balance, social-emotional learning, and meaningful connection in a world increasingly shaped by technology and complexity.
Located in the heart of Bend, Oregon, our campus serves as a launching point for exploration, innovation, and discovery. Here, students develop the skills and mindset needed to navigate the future with courage, curiosity, and compassion.
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Seven Peaks School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, national or ethnic origin, or any other legally-protected status in the administration of our admission policies.
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Phil Delong Director of Enrollment Management
Thank you for your interest in Seven Peaks School! We recognize that the choice of a school for your children is very important and personal to you, and we hope you'll seriously consider Seven Peaks as an option.