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Flashback 2006 – OGS Wins Golden Carrot AwardJune 22, 2026 - 12:32 am
Juneteenth ReflectionJune 19, 2026 - 9:36 pm
High School Graduation 2026June 8, 2026 - 8:45 pm
PCT Featured in NAIS PublicationJune 4, 2026 - 11:50 pm
Student Newspaper, Summer 2026June 3, 2026 - 10:09 pm
Founded by philosopher and educator J. Krishnamurti, Oak Grove is built around a distinctive approach to education—one that pairs strong academics with inquiry, self-awareness, relationship, and an exploration of what it means to live intelligently and responsibly in the world.
Campus tours are now open for families interested in Preschool through High School. We invite you to experience Oak Grove in person, explore our campus, learn more about our programs and educational approach, and ask questions about what an Oak Grove education might look like for your family.
Prospective families are also invited to our Open House & All School Showcase on Saturday, November 7, from 1–4 PM. Explore the campus, meet faculty, visit open classrooms and student exhibits, and get a feel for the Oak Grove community.
Learn more about our admissions process and timeline, schedule a tour, RSVP for Open House, or begin an application at oakgroveschool.org.
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And away we go! Thank you for a beautiful first day of school. Here`s to many more to come 🧡🦎🔔
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And that’s a wrap on summer! Faculty and staff returned to campus last week to prepare for the year, learn together, and delve into Oak Grove’s philosophy and this year’s theme, The Living Movement of Relationship.
Across campus, teachers and staff are putting the finishing touches on classrooms, preparing materials, refining plans, stocking shelves, and tending gardens. There is that unmistakable feeling of a school on the cusp of beginning.
We’re ready, and we can’t wait to welcome our students back tomorrow! 🧡🦎#onemoresleep #theartoflivingandlearning #jkrishnamurti
The TAN VANS performed a red-hot set of five songs Friday after 2 weeks of Rock & Pop Summer Camp and WOW! 🎶🎶❤️🎉🎉☀️☀️
We still have some fun and creative summer camp options available through August! (link in bio): https://oakgroveschool.org/summer
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The Quality of Our Attention
Blog, Head of School, Outdoor Education, Parent Education, Staff & Faculty, Student PerspectiveSitting in the morning sunlight, standing on a ridge with students, their parents, and two colleagues 1600 feet above Ojai. We are listening to the story of Tonantzin told by a young mother with her infant snuggling in a rebozo on her chest.
On the Threshold of Adulthood
Alum, Blog, Head of School, High SchoolThe work of liberation calls us to listen deeply, learn continuously, & dismantle racism & the structures that perpetuate inequality and oppression.
Flashback 2006 – OGS Wins Golden Carrot Award
Blog, News, Student PerspectiveNBC News feature from 2006 about Oak Grove School winning the Golden Carrot Award, which honors healthy school lunch programs.
Juneteenth Reflection
Blog, High School, Krishnamurti, News, Student PerspectiveThe work of liberation calls us to listen deeply, learn continuously, & dismantle racism & the structures that perpetuate inequality and oppression.
High School Graduation 2026
Alum, Blog, News, Parent Perspective, Staff & Faculty, Student PerspectiveFamilies, staff, alumni, and friends gathered to commemorate the class of 2025. Enjoy video of the commencement ceremony and photos from the day.
PCT Featured in NAIS Publication
Blog, High School, Krishnamurti, News, Student PerspectiveThe National Association of Independent Schools features an article about Oak Grove’s Pastoral Care Time (PCT) Program
Student Newspaper, Summer 2026
Blog, High School, Krishnamurti, News, Student PerspectiveRead the 17th edition of our student newspaper The Oak Grove Inquirer and enjoy articles, essays, opinion pieces, art, poetry, and more!
50th Anniversary Weekend
Alum, Blog, Events, Outdoor EducationOak Grove School’s 50th Anniversary weekend was more than a celebration of a milestone. It was a living expression of our community.
High School Spring Showcase 2026
Arts, Blog, Events, High School, HS Showcase, News, ShowcaseFeaturing creative work from high school elective classes, including studio art, ceramics, cooking, photography, dance, poetry, and music.
Garden Dispatch: Reflections on Spring
Blog, Garden, NewsThe garden grew alongside our students, who worked collaboratively and contributed to a shared Oak Grove garden and food forest.