A Light to Oneself, A Light to the World

Our theme for the 2024/25 school year

Each year we choose a school theme as a way to frame our ongoing inquiry into the intent of the school as articulated by our founder, J Krishnamurti. The following is a short video based on this year’s theme, “A Light to Oneself, A Light to the World,” produced for our Annual Fundraising Tea.

Recent Blog Posts:

Gratitude is Humbling

Blog, Head of School, News

Helping children to build the muscle of gratitude can also aid in a sense of humility – when we can see how interdependent we are on others for everything we have, everything we are, from the most basic level.

High School Info Night 12-2-25

Blog, Events, High School, News, Parent Education

Join us on Tuesday, December 2nd for an adult-only rotation through classes to meet our faculty, learn about the curriculum, and Discover Oak Grove High School.

Why We Give

Blog, Giving, Parent Perspective

In today’s fast-paced, screen-filled world, Oak Grove stands out as a breath of fresh air: a low-tech space focused on outdoor learning, mindfulness, and real connections.

Reflections from the KFI Teachers’ Conference

Blog, Events, News, Staff & Faculty

For all three Oak Grove educators, the experience reaffirmed their connection to Krishnamurti’s educational vision and strengthened their ties to the wider KFI network.

NYC Visit

Alum, Blog, Head of School, News

This month I traveled to New York City, meeting with alumni and longtime Oak Grove donors. Seeing how our alumni carry Oak Grove into the world, I am reminded of the deep roots our school has nurtured over fifty years.

Garden Dispatch: Autumn Colors

Blog, Garden, News

As autumn paints our school garden with vibrant hues, we’re thrilled to share the heartfelt, organic magic unfolding in our outdoor gardens. The children’s creativity and connection to nature are blooming!

Thank You, Ojai!

Blog, News

We are deeply touched to be recognized as “Best Private School in Ojai” for the tenth year in a row in Ojai Valley News' 2025 edition of "Best of Ojai."

Why We Give

Alum, Blog, Giving, Parent Perspective

We support Oak Grove because we know just how transformative its education can be for students and the wider world. It is a place where students can learn more than just the content of traditional subjects.