
Nurturing Young Minds with a Holistic and Bilingual Approach
HSArts is thrilled to announce the expansion of San Francisco Middle School of the Arts (MSArts) to include K-2 lower school. Building on the remarkable success of HSArts’ renowned middle and high school programs, the K-2 lower school offers a unique elementary education program with a bilingual English and Chinese curriculum, emphasizing strong foundations in arts, math, and science. Through hands-on learning and academic rigor, MSArts inspires creativity, intellectual growth, and a lifelong love of learning.

Language
Bilingual English and Chinese Education

Arts
Comprehensive Art Education in Dance, Music, Art

Academics
Building Strong Foundations in Math and Science

Values
Fostering Character Development Through Universal Principles

Exploration
Inspiring curiosity and creativity in young minds
Who We Are

Founded in 2010 by a group of dedicated Bay Area parents, the San Francisco High School of the Arts and the San Francisco Middle School of the Arts were established to integrate traditional arts, rigorous academics, character development, and Chinese language education. Building on 15 years of proven success, we are proud to expand our mission with the launch of a Lower School for grades K-2. This new addition will provide young learners with a holistic education that fosters creativity, academic excellence, personal growth, and fluency in Chinese language and culture.
Our Philosophy

At MSArts’ lower school, we build on the success of our middle and high school programs, where students thrive through a harmonious blend of traditional arts and rigorous academics. As Leonardo da Vinci said, “To develop a complete mind: Study the science of art; Study the art of science.” This belief is central to our philosophy, emphasizing the interconnectedness of arts and academics to provide a well-rounded, impactful education.
Our bilingual curriculum integrates English and Chinese, enabling students to achieve fluency in both languages while deepening their appreciation for diverse cultures. This immersion strengthens communication, enhances cognitive development, and prepares students for a globalized world.
Traditional arts play a transformative role at MSArts, shaping character, cultivating discipline, and enhancing academic success. By engaging in artistic practices, students develop focus, perseverance, and creativity, empowering them to excel across disciplines.
Character development remains at the heart of our approach. We instill universal values like kindness, honesty, respect, and responsibility, helping students grow into compassionate individuals who contribute positively to their communities.
Through hands-on, inquiry-based learning, we prioritize intellectual growth and creativity. By blending academic rigor with artistic exploration, we nurture critical thinkers, problem solvers, and curious learners. At MSArts, we nurture confident, well-rounded individuals ready to embrace challenges and achieve their fullest potential.
Attend an Information Session
📅 Date: Saturday, February 15
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: HSArts Campus, 1950 Page St, San Francisco, CA 94117
📅 Date: Saturday, March 1
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: HSArts Campus, 1950 Page St, San Francisco, CA 94117
