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About Us
Head's Welcome
Welcome to All Saints Day School: A Community of Learning, Growth, and Joy
Each year, families and teachers come together with a shared goal, for our students thrive and find happiness as they learn, play, act, and dance.
A magical year at All Saints here in Carmel begins with a solid academic foundation and comprehensive support for each student, allowing them to stretch and build their academic muscles. Beyond science, math, reading, and writing, we believe in nurturing the whole child. We want our children to feel confident in who they are, to understand their own feelings and the feelings of others, to advocate for themselves, and to speak their minds. We teach them the importance of saying "I'm sorry" and accepting apologies with grace.
Moreover, we want our students to recognize that they are part of something bigger than themselves—a vibrant, caring community. At All Saints, our community supports and cares for each other, joyfully plays together, and reaches out to help those outside our school who need assistance.
Confidence, character, and community are the cornerstones of what we strive to instill in our children. Together, as families and teachers, we walk alongside our children on this journey of growth and discovery, creating a place where both children and adults feel seen, valued, and loved.
I invite you to visit us and experience the All Saints community firsthand. Discover how we blend academic excellence with a supportive and joyous learning environment. Join us in creating a place where every child can flourish.
Gratefully,
Sara Brown
Head of School
Meet our Head of School
After receiving a BA in Economics and an MA in Education from James Madison University in Virginia, Sara began her educational career in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she taught middle school for eleven years before moving to the Monterey Peninsula and joining the All Saints faculty in 2004.
Many alumni will tell you, Ms. Brown quickly became a favorite among students and parents alike, for her skill, kindness, humor, and sharp intelligence, in a way that her students consistently appreciated, year after year.
She continued teaching middle school at All Saints before becoming the Head of the Upper Grades in 2017, and then the Assistant Head of School in 2019 overseeing the school-wide academic program at All Saints, guiding the adoption and implementation of curriculum, supporting and mentoring teachers, and connecting with students and families to ensure students thrive both emotionally and academically.
In 2017, Sara was presented with the KSBW Crystal Apple Award, which recognizes educators making a positive impact, and in 2019 the Carmel Valley Rotary Club presented her with the Paul Harris Fellow Award for those who have made a significant positive impact on their community, joining an impressive group of notable figures who have been named ‘Paul Harris Fellows’, including U.S. President Jimmy Carter, Russian President Boris Yeltsin, U.S. astronaut James Lovell, UN Secretary-General Javier Perez de Cuellar, and polio vaccine developer, Jonas Salk.
Throughout these years in her career in education, Sara’s abilities to help forge the curriculum, keep it current without losing what has given All Saints its strong academic reputation, and continue her own professional development while helping her peers do the same have consistently served the school, exceeding expectation at every stage. In short, the entire All Saints school community has observed Sara’s progression through her career here to this stage with gratitude and a sense of great fortune to be able to count her among our own. This reaches beyond academics, to her participation in all aspects of All Saints life and work, from day one, including student outreach and service to those in need. From her first moment on campus, Sara Brown has taught the core ideals of All Saints Day School to her students, and has been an example of them.
Sara has two daughters, Emma, a freshman at Vassar College, and Abby ‘24, a freshman at Carmel High.
"As educators, our ultimate goal is to nurture not only academic achievement but also personal growth and character development.
We aim to empower our students to thrive in an ever-changing world."
We aim to empower our students to thrive in an ever-changing world."
Why All Saints?
Why Choose All Saints School?
Academic Excellence: At All Saints, we offer a rigorous curriculum that includes science, math, reading, writing, and more. Our small class sizes ensure personalized attention for every student.
Character Development: Beyond academics, we focus on developing our students' confidence, character, and community spirit. We believe in nurturing the whole child, helping them to understand their emotions and develop empathy for others.
Community Involvement: Our students are part of a vibrant community that values support, joy, and outreach. We engage in various community service projects, fostering a sense of civic duty and compassion.
Visit Us: We invite you to visit All Saints School and experience our welcoming community firsthand. Inquire today to schedule a tour and see why we are the best choice for your child’s education on the Monterey Peninsula.
The Value of the Early Years!
The first years of a child’s schooling lay the foundation for lifelong learning and success.
Not only are children developing the cognitive, social, emotional, and academic skills that set the stage for future years, but they are developing important attitudes towards school, themselves, and those around them.
All Saints is the only independent school in the Monterey/Salinas region that focuses solely on educating students in Preschool through eighth grade and has been doing so, with a reputation for excellence, for 60 years — since 1961.
- All resources are concentrated on providing the area’s premier elementary and middle school program.
- An emphasis on character development and high personal standards means that positive patterns of learning and behavior are established early, setting the stage for later years.
- Children are inspired to discover their talents and the world around them in a safe and supportive environment, fueling a lifetime desire to learn.
- Consistently applied high expectations for academic achievement and behavior inspire students to be capable, respectful, joyful, and confident about their future.
- All Saints graduates are extremely well prepared for secondary school. By assessing a student’s needs, interests, and strengths during the eighth grade year, students are not just prepared for a specific high school but for ANY high school.
All Saints Day School
All Saints Day School, in Carmel, CA, is the only independent, private school on the Monterey Peninsula that focuses solely on educating students in Preschool through Grade 8, and has been doing so, with a reputation for excellence, since 1961.
NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY
All Saints Day School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, or sex in the administration of its educational and employment policies, admissions policies, financial aid programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY
All Saints Day School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, or sex in the administration of its educational and employment policies, admissions policies, financial aid programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.