Boarding
The San Francisco Bay Area is at your fingertips.
Our school is located just minutes away from the nation’s leaders in the technology, biomedical, science, alternative energy, and finance industries.
The campus is located directly across the street from City College of San Francisco where students can take college-level courses and earn credits towards their academic future.
Our students love their easy access to a wide range of activities and places. Our location allows you to be in Downtown San Francisco, the Pacific Ocean, multiple shopping malls, and major universities, all within a ten minute drive!
7:30-8:00 a.m.
Breakfast in CAF
10,000+
Alumni Globally
1,150
Graduates
30+
Clubs and Teams
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
10,000+
Alumni Globally
1,150
Graduates
Ocean Ave
A 5-minute walk from campus, Ocean Ave. is a retail hotspot featuring Target, Whole Foods Market, Philz Coffee, and global cuisines.
Downtown SF
Our campus is conveniently located next to the BART and MUNI Bus, which offers a free short 12-minute ride downtown.
International Airport
SFO: 15-minutes from campus
OAK: 40-minutes from campus
SJO: 60-minutes from campus
Elite Universities
Stanford, UC Berkeley, USF, and Santa Clara University are all less than an hour's drive away.
Major Global Headquarters
Google, Apple, Netflix, Facebook, Salesforce — the list of companies founded here goes on and on.
Silicon Valley
We are at the gateway to Silicon Valley, the world's destination for technology and innovation.
Accommodations & Amenities
- Brand New Handcrafted Kitchen
- Study Hall with Coordinator and Teacher
- Two Fully Furnished Floors of Dorm Rooms
- Free Wi-Fi and Unlimited Cable TV Package
- Recreation Room with TV, Ping Pong, Gaming, and much more
- Special Access to State of the Art Facilities including:
- Kevin Restani Court
- Gellert Athletic Complex
- Callero Weight Room
- Movie Screen in Lindland Theatre
- Engineering Makerspace
- Modern Communal Bathrooms
- Free Laundry with Easy Access
- Resident Advisor Office with Computer and Printing Access
Our Meal
At Archbishop Riordan, our boarding students thrive with a dynamic dining experience crafted to suit diverse tastes and dietary needs. Our culinary partner, Epicurean, provides all three daily meals, offering a variety of flavorful options—from hearty breakfasts to globally inspired dinners—while carefully catering to dietary restrictions, allergies, and preferences to ensure every student is nourished. Just a few blocks away, Ocean Avenue offers additional dining choices, including Whole Foods, Beep’s Burgers, Poke, and a range of international cuisines, complementing our on-campus dining with vibrant off-campus flavors. Experience a meal plan that fuels both body and community in the heart of San Francisco.
Meet our Team
Sample Weekend Activities
- Hiking and Camping
- Surfing in Santa Cruz
- College Visits to UC Berkeley and Stanford (located 30 minutes away)
- Ski and Snowboard Trips to Lake Tahoe
- Local “Fun Runs”/5K Races
- Visits to Amusement Parks
- Professional Sporting Events (Golden State Warriors, San Jose Earthquakes, 49ers, SF Giants)
- Special Boarding Student Retreats
Weekend Dining
On the weekends, our boarding students have a private brunch and dinner dining experience.
