The Central Academy of Arts and Technology is the first free, public charter school for Bakersfield families.
Tuition free!
Credentialed teachers ​
No entry requirements
Engaging Classrooms
A great school can change your child's future!
We are offering families a high quality, engaging education in an exciting learning environment right here in Bakersfield, at no cost.
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At CAAT we're committed to providing a high-quality, engaging education that inspires students to excel. With no attendance boundaries and free tuition, students from all across Kern County are welcome to join our exciting community.
Our vision is simple: create a school experience so exciting and engaging that students can't wait to wake up and start their day with us!​​​
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Secure your spot for 2025-26 - Enrollment is LIVE!
We are accepting applications for grades TK-8 for the upcoming school year. ​​​​​
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NEW - Caat is opening high school in 2025! You can now apply for the 9th grade and be part of our founding high school class.
Apply today, come by for a tour, or give us a call.
Email:
enrollment@linkedps.org
Phone:
call (661) 885-0023
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The Central Academy of Arts and Technology is now enrolling grades TK-9 for 2025-26 school year.
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.
