Our History

A Dream Comes True

In 1958 a dream and a desire for reform merged in a synergy that created Pilgrim School. Dr. James Fifield, Senior Minister (1935 - 1967) at the First Congregational Church in Los Angeles, dreamed of a school as the church's most important mission.

We Know Where We're Going!

Pilgrim is all the stronger for the durability of its original mission. The school was created to teach high moral standards, a traditional curriculum, and love of country. Times have changed, but these "old-fashioned" ideals still infuse the school with a sense of purpose. The school delightfully combines a Gothic Revival cathedral, beautiful chapels, a European architectural flavor with a student body representative of contemporary Los Angeles.

We're Tomorrow's School Today!

The diversity of our student body is the envy of independent schools. Our diversity occurred historically on its own, without benefit of social engineering. Hence, Pilgrim enjoys the stability of institutions whose change is organic and gradual. We Know What We're Doing! At Pilgrim solid foundational learning, morals, and athletics are free from the latest classroom fads. We provide simple common sense, loving care, and lots of old-fashioned wisdom. That's how we nurture your child and grow students.