Harvest Ridge Cooperative Charter School

Harvest Ridge Cooperative Charter School offers a Hybrid Campus/Classroom Hybrid program for TK through 8th grade with classroom-based instruction Monday through Thursday, independent study on Fridays, and some additional days during the school year. It also offers a Home Study Program with on-campus enrichment activities, monthly educational field trips, enrichment classes, sports, and other school and community events. The school also offers a Virtual Academy with video meetings, phone calls, online communication, and educational field trips throughout the school year, plus a TK Enrichment Program that meets two days per week for half-day on campus.

Programs

• Harvest Ridge Cooperative Charter School Hybrid Campus / Classroom Hybrid — TK through 8th Grade; classroom-based instruction Monday through Thursday, independent study on Fridays and some additional days · Monday through Thursday classroom-based instruction; Friday independent study; some additional days throughout the school year · Hybrid campus parent cooperative program; parents are encouraged to participate on campus and fulfill requested volunteer hours
• Harvest Ridge Home Study Program — Transitional Kindergarten through 8th Grade · Home-based instruction with opportunities for on-campus enrichment activities, monthly educational field trips, enrichment classes, field trips, sports, and other school/community events · Individualized, parent-supported home study experience; teachers help parents choose curriculum, create learning plans, and set goals
• Harvest Ridge Virtual Academy — Transitional Kindergarten through 8th Grade · Fully virtual educational experience with video meetings, phone calls, and online communication; educational field trips throughout the school year · Uses Acellus Gold online curriculum and support from credentialed California teachers
• TK Enrichment Program — Transitional Kindergarten · Two-day-per-week, half-day on-campus program · Standards-based learning, hands-on activities, social development, and opportunities to build friendships

At a glance

• Ages: 4–14 years old

About the provider

Harvest Ridge Cooperative Charter School is a public, tuition-free charter school that is open to all without entrance criteria. Its mission is to support all students by providing meaningful learning experiences through personalized support, opportunities for growth, and a supportive learning environment, so that they become confident, resilient, and lifelong learners. Andrea Sardella is the Hybrid Campus Principal, and she says she has been part of the school's story since 2010 and was one of the founding members who helped open the doors. The school is a parent cooperative, and parents are encouraged to participate on campus, assist with field trips and enrichment activities, serve on the Board of Directors, attend conferences and school events, and fulfill requested volunteer hours.

• 2026-2027 enrollment eligibility for Transitional Kindergarten — Student must attain age four on or before September 1, 2026; eligible students have dates of birth between September 2, 2021 and September 1, 2022

What families say

“Today I was on campus and got to see each one of my children thriving. I was filled with so much gratitude for all of you and this sweet school. It has been a safe place for my kids to learn and grow. No school is perfect, but I think Harvest Ridge is as close as you can get.” — - Ginny M

“Our teacher was supportive and encouraging and we appreciate the opportunity for our student to be involved in the enrichment programs offered throughout the year!” — - Brianna B

“Harvest Ridge is like one big family. All the teachers and staff love and care for each and every kid and it shows.” — - Jackie L.

Last updated August 31, 2026.