Academics with Music Study for Boys Grades 2-8 in Oakland

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Discover PBA’s extraordinary journey for elementary and middle school boys.

Academics with daily music study — and opportunities that come once in a lifetime.

With No Musical Experience Required.

Private School for Boys | East Bay & Oakland

Unleash boys’ potential when academics and music harmonize.

PBA develops boys’ skills for success with an innovative curriculum that integrates academics with music study.

Our boys develop curiosity, confidence, discipline — and the commitment that comes with singing in our GRAMMY-winning boys choir.

  • Music-Integrated Academics
  • Confidence & Commitment
  • No Musical Experience Required

Watch Day School Boys Sing

Day School boys are included in performance opportunities typically reserved for our high school choirs. Daily music study at school makes it possible!

Our sons dive deeply into their academic subjects — sometimes using music history, lyrics and languages of the music they are singing to enrich their academic studies.

Deirdre M.
PBA Day School Parent

Schools Our Graduates Have Attended

Sharpen boys’ attention, patience and critical thinking.

PBA engages focused minds and teamwork with musicianship.

Developmental gifts of music boost boys’ achievement — with aptitudes that extend far beyond traditional elementary and middle schools.

  • Innovative Curriculum
  • Small Cohort Learning
  • Math Aptitude & Reading Skills
  • Advanced Problem-Solving

Hear Parents Speak About Their Sons’ Connections at PBA

Learning and singing together in PBA’s unique environment creates a true sense of belonging in school and friendships. When boys feel understood, they thrive.

Small Private School | Oakland & East Bay Boys

Support boys’ unique development, interests and needs.

PBA was founded as a safe space for boys to mature — to make mistakes, take risks and develop their authentic selves in a healthy and encouraging environment.

  • Safe Space for Boys to Mature
  • Strong & Supportive Friendships
  • Challenges & Milestones Together
  • Value Boys’ Unique Selves

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A School with Opportunities that Boys Remember for a Lifetime

Day School music study includes learning to sing in our GRAMMY-winning boys choir.

PBA’s powerhouse performances and amazing travel opportunities create experiences that few boys encounter at their age — if ever.

A School with Opportunities that Boys Remember for a Lifetime

Day School music study includes learning to sing in our GRAMMY-winning boys choir.

PBA’s powerhouse performances and amazing travel opportunities create experiences that few boys encounter at their age — if ever.

High School Preparation | MIddle School Oakland

Distinguish boys for high school and beyond with PBA’s accomplishments.

PBA boys stand apart from their peers — with a solid academic foundation, confident communication and real-world achievement.

  • Boys Stand Apart from Peers
  • Solid Academic Foundation
  • Work Ethic & Accomplishments
  • Admissions Counseling for High School Placement

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Diversity

Pacific Boychoir Academy seeks out boys of all ethnic, socioeconomic and geographic backgrounds. PBA is not affiliated with any church, religious faith, ethnic group or specific geographic area.

Faculty

PBA faculty provides students with academic support and individualized attention. Our learning environment values the specific needs of boys, and provides guidance and mentoring at key junctures in our students’ education and development.

Be Part of Something Extraordinary

Discover how Pacific Boychoir Academy brings out the best in boys.