St. James School in McMinnville, Oregon

A Legacy of Learning

A High-Quality Academic Experience in a Faith-Based Environment

Academic Excellence

Our dedicated teachers use their instructional expertise to give your children the tools they need to succeed at their next level of learning. A long list of valedictorians and salutatorians attended St. James for their early educational years.

Faith, Values, and Morals

Character is important. Your child will not only grow in knowledge but in faith, morals and values. Weekly worship as well as naturally integrated faith components help your child to grow in ways that are only possible at St. James.

Safe Environment

Our learning community adheres to strict volunteer and employee onboarding with background checks and safety training requirements to ensure a safe environment for all students.

PRESCHOOL & MULTI-AGE LEARNING COMMUNITIES (5YRS-11YRS)

We offer both early and elementary learning programs. Preschool has options for both half and full days. Elementary students are assigned to their classrooms based on age as well as previous learning experience. Primary students are 5-6 years old, Early Intermediate are 7-8 years old, and Intermediate are 9-11 years old.

GENEROSITY, CREATIVITY, LIFE-LONG LEARNING

Our school community provides many opportunities for students to be actively involved in providing service to others. Students are taught to serve others by following the principle of service leadership. Religion, music, art, PE, and technology instruction is an important part of the total formation of students at St. James. Our learning communities offer specifically tailored instruction in where children are educated to their specific needs. Teachers focus on teaching each child according to his or her strengths. Students develop a sense of family within their classroom and school community. The focus on learning as a lifetime activity is integrated into all subjects so that students value their educational experiences.