Bentley school is a coeducational day school, grades k-12. The mission of the school is to inspire inquiry, academic excellence, personal achievement, and character by engaging students' intellect and creativity, and by encouraging them to embrace values that enrich their community and the world.

Bentley school serves students on two campuses. The oakland, california, campus serves approximately 360 k-8 students and the lafayette, california, campus serves approximately 340 high school students. The school is accredited by the california association of independent schools.