Redding School of the Arts

Nestled in Redding's high desert landscape where the Sacramento River meets the foothills of the Cascades, Redding School of the Arts stands out as the city's go-to option for families who want something a little different from a traditional public school experience. As a K-12 charter, it offers a rare continuity that lets kids grow up together through an arts-integrated curriculum, which tends to draw creative families and parents who value project-based learning alongside solid academics. Redding itself is a rugged, outdoorsy kind of place with easy access to Shasta Lake, Mount Shasta, and Whiskeytown — so students here get both an arts-rich classroom environment and a backyard that feels like a nature documentary.