CAAT is Now Enrolling Students
in TK-9th grade
The type of education Bakersfield families asked for.
As the first and only free, public charter school in downtown Bakersfield, CAAT answered the call from local families for a tuition-free, college preparatory, TK-12 education that emphasizes arts & technology. We foster creativity, critical thinking, and innovation as we prepare every CAAT graduate to attend a 4-year university.
Why Choose Central Academy of Arts and Technology?
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We teach the classical arts including sculpture, architecture, drama, theater, and cinema.
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Technology is more than 1:1 devices. It's woven into learning and used to create.
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We plant the seed for college attendance in even our youngest students.
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Beginning in 9th grade, we offer an individualized approach to each student's future with college and career counseling and SAT prep.
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Fosters Creativity

College Preparatory

Innovative Technology

“This is the most creative and 100% supportive school I’ve experienced! They are all about the success of each student addressing their individual uniqueness and learning style. I cannot say enough about how thankful I am my grandson attends CAAT. He’s learning and responding well in this educational and social environment.”
“So far it’s been a great experience . . . My kids now have a chance to have a better education than most of the public schools in Kern County.”