Summit Christian School is an inter-denominational, Christian private elementary school. Founded more than 30 years ago, Summit relocated in April, 2009 and now resides on Hazel Avenue. The school is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International.
Mission Hills Christian School, a ministry of Mission Hills Community Church, offers classes for students in junior kindergarten through eighth grade. MHCS has served families in the Saddleback Valley since 1980. In addition to a solid academic program, students participate in chapel, art, music, technology, physical education and sports. MHCS hires teachers who are solid Christians and have valid California Teaching Credentials. Additionally, MHCS teachers maintain Christian Educator Certification through the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). The teachers at Mission Hills follow the California State Standards.
Northern California Bible College was founded in 1971 to provide biblical education to undergraduate students. The college moved to Pleasanton in 1987 from San Jose, where it still maintains a satellite campus. The offices are located in the business center at the corner of Stoneridge Dr. and Santa Rita Rd. It began offering online and mail-correspondence courses in 1999, and is now aimed primarily at distance learners. Students can earn an Associate of Arts (AA) or Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Biblical studies. A one-year Certificate Program is also available. Students in the "Reason to Believe" Christian ministry can receive college credit for that program through this college.
This education center serves the community of St. Lorenzo Ruiz Catholic Church, working to facilitate religious education classes such as first communion, confirmation and RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults).
