Central Academy of Arts and Technology (Caat) - A Tuition-Free, Public Charter School in Bakersfield Serving Grades TK-9
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The Central Academy of Arts and Technology is the first free, TK-HS public charter school for Bakersfield families. 

Tuition free!

Credentialed teachers ​

No entry requirements

Engaging Classrooms

Students
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A school built with purpose creates students with direction.

At Caat, we believe students are capable of more and school should prove it.​

We offer a tuition-free, college-prep experience where students are challenged, supported, and given real opportunities to build their future starting now.

College pathways. Real-world learning. Arts and technology. Strong support.​

No attendance boundaries. Open to all families across Kern County.

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Enrolling Students For
Fall 2026

Apply now to join the Caat community for the 2026-2027 school year. Spots are limited, so don’t wait!

Enrolling TK–10th grade, including Central Academy High School students for the 2026–2027 school year.

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Email:
enrollment@linkedps.org 

Phone:
call (661) 885-0023 

¡Nuestro personal habla español!

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The Central Academy of Arts and Technology is now enrolling grades TK-8 and grades 9-10 for Central Academy High School.

Arts and Technology 

Fostering both creativity and technical skills readies children to be the forward-thinking leaders of the future.

A TK-12 School

Families have the option to enroll all of their children in a single school, ensuring a seamless educational experience without any learning disruptions caused by school transitions.

Prepared for College

Opportunity guarantees that all students possess the competitive qualifications for admission to a four-year college.

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