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Applications for the 2022-23 school year are now OPEN!
Learn more about KIPP Bridge Rising serving grades TK-4.
Interested in a campus tour?
Visit the school and ask a KIPP Bridge team member your questions.
Call (510) 543-0078 to schedule a tour with Ms.Bowling.
Who we are
KIPP Bridge Academy is a public charter school located in West Oakland. Our campus houses an elementary school(TK-4) and a middle school(5-8).
English language learners and students with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Get started now at OaklandEnrolls.org and don’t forget to apply by the February 4, 2022 deadline!
Mission
The mission of KIPP Bridge Academy is to develop in our elementary and middle school students the academic knowledge, skills, and character traits necessary for students to achieve success in the finest high schools and colleges, and to lead choice filled lives.Vision
The vision of KIPP Bridge Academy is to provide all students with an outstanding education that emphasizes critical thinking, reading, and writing. This education, along with the promotion of excellent citizenship and the appreciation of diversity, will develop college-bound community leaders.
KIPP has a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Read more about our commitment to the work here.
Apply here to enroll. Select KIPP Bridge for either the middle school or elementary school.
Enrollment Information
KIPP Bridge Academy is accepting applications for the 2022-2023 school year! Apply online.
Need more information about our enrollment process? Please call the KIPP Bridge Academy office for more details at 510.543.0078 or email info@kippbridge.org.
KIPP Bridge Academy is proud to partner with Oakland Enrolls to help you choose the best Oakland public school for your child. KIPP Bridge Academy is a public school, free and open to all students. English language learners and students with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Get started now at OaklandEnrolls.org and don’t forget to apply by the February 4, 2022 deadline!
The application deadline for KIPP Bridge Academy for the 2022-2023 school year is February 4, 2022.
Applications received by this deadline will be included in our public lottery. On Thursday, March 10, 2022 you will see your charter school lottery results (OFFER or WAITLIST) in your online student dashboard and at that time you can ACCEPT or DECLINE an offer.
The deadline to ACCEPT/DECLINE a charter school offer is March 24, 2022. If you do not accept by this date, your charter school lottery offer(s) will expire. Once you accept an offer, offers from other schools will be automatically declined. You can remain on waitlists but may only accept an offer at one school.
If you miss the February 4, 2022 application deadline, you will still be able to submit an online application for the 2022-2023 school year. Applications submitted after the February 4, 2022 deadline will be considered a Late Application – you will be placed on a waiting list at each of your selected schools, and/or offered enrollment if space becomes available.
If you already attend KIPP Bridge Academy, you do not need to apply to attend again next year.
For more information about enrollment at KIPP Bridge Academy please contact Lower School – Cierra Stanford, 510.381.2849 or the Upper School – Daisy Padilla, 510.971.0482.
Student Community
2002
School Founded
5-
Grades Served
257
Number of Students
81%
Eligible for free or reduced-price lunch
18%
Receive special education services (2019-20 data)
28%
English language learners
What Makes KIPP Different?
With a focus on character and academics, our free public charter schools prepare students for success in college and opportunity in life.
High Expectations
Clearly defined and measurable high expectations for academic achievement and conduct that creates and reinforces a culture of achievement and support. We know that every student is different and we personalize learning based on a student’s needs, skills, and interests.
Strength of Character
We believe that our students need both a strong academic foundation and well-developed character strengths to succeed in college and the world beyond.
Highly Skilled Teachers & Leaders
We empower educators to lead school teams and invest in training to help them grow as professionals.
Safe & Structured Environments
Our schools provide a safe, structured, and nurturing environment so that our students thrive and maximize their learning.
KIPP Through College
Counselors support students as they prepare for college and career, and navigate social, academic, and financial challenges while in college.