St. Leander School

📚 Welcome to St. Leander Catholic School

Where Faith, Learning, and Community Come Together

Since 1881, St. Leander Catholic School has been a joyful, faith-filled home for students from Preschool through 8th Grade. Rooted in Catholic values and committed to academic excellence, we work in partnership with families to nurture confident, compassionate young leaders—ready to meet the future with faith, knowledge, and heart.

Whether you’re looking for a school for your child or a way to support Catholic education, we invite you to explore the vibrant life of St. Leander School.

🙌 Our Mission

At St. Leander, we empower every student to grow in faith, academics, creativity, and service. Our teachers and families work together to provide a safe, inclusive environment where students are encouraged to reach their highest potential—spiritually, emotionally, intellectually, and physically.

We nurture the whole child, helping each one grow in prayer, confidence, curiosity, and kindness.

💡 Our Philosophy

We believe in teaching students to live their faith—not just in the classroom, but in their daily lives. Our graduates understand the teachings of the Church, value the dignity of all people, and are committed to serving others.

We honor parents as the first and most important educators and work closely with families to guide children toward academic success and personal growth. Respect, discipline, and diversity are at the heart of our school culture.

🕊 A Rich Legacy Since 1881

St. Leander School has been a cornerstone of the San Leandro Catholic community for over 140 years. Founded by Fr. John McEvoy and staffed by the Dominican Sisters of Benicia, the school began as St. Mary’s School and has continued to evolve and grow with the times.

From our early roots to our modern classrooms, one thing has remained constant: our dedication to providing an excellent Catholic education rooted in love, service, and faith.

✏️ Join Our School Family

Looking for a school where your child will be known, loved, and challenged? We’d love to meet you!
Visit our campus, speak with our principal, and discover the difference a faith-based education can make.

📞 Call us to learn more or schedule a tour: (510) 351-4144
🌐 Visit: https://stleanderschool.org/contact-us

💛 Support Our Mission

Your donation helps us continue our legacy of Catholic education for future generations.
With your support, we can provide scholarships, upgrade learning materials, and ensure every student has access to the tools they need to thrive.

🙏 Make a gift today and invest in faith, learning, and leadership ===> Donate Now

Thank you for being part of the St. Leander School community—past, present, and future. Together, we are shaping hearts, minds, and lives in Christ.

Upcoming Events

Sep
19
Fri
7:30 am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Sep 19 @ 7:30 am – 8:30 am
The Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will resume on Friday, December 3 after the 7am mass. La Adoración del Santísimo Sacramento se reanudará el viernes 3 de diciembre después de...
Sep
20
Sat
10:00 am SAVE THE DATE: St. Leander Fall ... @ St. Leander
SAVE THE DATE: St. Leander Fall ... @ St. Leander
Sep 20 @ 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
SAVE THE DATE: St. Leander Fall Festival @ St. Leander
 SAVE THE DATE!  The St. Leander Fall Festival is BACK!Mark your calendars for a day of games, delicious food, community performances, and so much more!  After a long break since...
3:00 pm Sacrament of Confession! @ St. Leander Church
Sacrament of Confession! @ St. Leander Church
Sep 20 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Join us every Saturday for the Sacrament of Confession! ⏰ Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM 📍 Location: St. Leander Church Take this opportunity to experience God’s mercy and forgiveness...
Sep
26
Fri
7:30 am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Sep 26 @ 7:30 am – 8:30 am
The Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will resume on Friday, December 3 after the 7am mass. La Adoración del Santísimo Sacramento se reanudará el viernes 3 de diciembre después de...
Sep
27
Sat
3:00 pm Sacrament of Confession! @ St. Leander Church
Sacrament of Confession! @ St. Leander Church
Sep 27 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Join us every Saturday for the Sacrament of Confession! ⏰ Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM 📍 Location: St. Leander Church Take this opportunity to experience God’s mercy and forgiveness...