Murrieta Family Guide
Everything you need to know about raising a family in Murrieta — schools, activities, resources, and more. New to the site? Start with our guide to the best family-friendly weekend activities.
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Schools in Murrieta
Murrieta is served by the Murrieta Valley Unified School District (MVUSD), one of the highest-rated districts in Riverside County. The district operates 11 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 3 high schools, serving over 23,000 students. Need the full rundown for the year ahead? Our back-to-school guide for Murrieta covers key dates, supply lists, and more.
Key Dates
Look Up Your School's Supply List
Every school has different supply requirements. Use TeacherLists to look up the exact supplies your child needs for each grade level.
Find Your School's Supply ListAfter-School Activities and Enrichment in Murrieta
For families with school-age children, Murrieta offers a variety of after-school activities, sports programs, tutoring services, music lessons, art classes, and enrichment opportunities. Whether your child enjoys athletics, creative arts, academics, or scouting, there are plenty of options in and around Murrieta.
Youth Sports
AYSO Region 1463 – Murrieta/Temecula Youth Soccer
Youth recreational soccer programs for a variety of ages and skill levels. Practices and games are held at several parks and fields throughout the Murrieta area.
Murrieta National Little League
A community-based youth baseball program offering divisions ranging from beginning T-ball through older youth baseball.
Genesis Hoops Basketball
Youth basketball instruction, clinics, training, and club programs serving Murrieta and the surrounding Temecula Valley.
Martial Arts
Final Strike Martial Arts
Offers martial arts programs for children and teens with an emphasis on discipline, confidence, coordination, fitness, and self-defense.
SKY Martial Arts – Murrieta
Offers Taekwondo, martial arts, self-defense, kickboxing, and age-based programs for children, teens, and adults.
Music and Performing Arts
Murrieta Academy of Music & Performing Arts
A longtime local music school offering private instruction and performing arts opportunities for children, teens, and adults. Lessons may include piano, guitar, voice, and other instruments.
Riffs Music
Offers private music lessons in guitar, bass, drums, piano, voice, ukulele, and other instruments, along with performance-oriented programs.
Art Classes and Creative Activities
Bigfoot Art Classes / Bigfoot Graphics
Offers art instruction for kids, tweens, teens, and adults, including drawing, painting, digital art, animation, anime/cartooning, and private lessons.
Art Moppet Studio
A local creative art studio offering classes, open-studio opportunities, art activities, and special events for children and families.
Tutoring and Academic Support
Kathy Webster Tutoring
Provides individualized tutoring and academic support for school-age students, including assistance with subjects such as math and general schoolwork.
My SAT Tutor of Murrieta
In addition to SAT preparation, tutoring may be available for high-school academic subjects such as math, precalculus, physics, and other college-preparation coursework.
Scouting and Youth Organizations
Girl Scouts of San Gorgonio – Southwest Service Center
Serves Girl Scout troops and families throughout Riverside County, including the Murrieta and Temecula area.
Scouts BSA and Cub Scouts – Tahquitz District
Murrieta-area families can participate in local Cub Scout packs and Scouts BSA troops through the Tahquitz District. Meetings are held the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM.
Finding the Right After-School Activity
When choosing an after-school activity in Murrieta, consider your child's interests, age, schedule, transportation needs, program costs, and the amount of weekly participation required. Many local organizations offer introductory classes, trial lessons, seasonal registration, or opportunities to visit before enrolling.
Programs, locations, telephone numbers, schedules, fees, enrollment availability, and age requirements can change. Parents should contact each organization directly to confirm current information before registering.
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More Family-Friendly Resources
Murrieta High School Football Schedules 2026
Friday night lights for Murrieta Valley, Vista Murrieta, and Murrieta Mesa: 2026 varsity schedules with home games marked and full schedule links.
View the scheduleMurrieta Schools, Programs and Pathways
An overview of MVUSD high school programs, from IB Diploma and AP Capstone to career pathways, JROTC, and AVID.
Explore the schoolsOpen Houses in Murrieta
Live open house listings for Murrieta with an interactive map, updated automatically so you can plan your house-hunting weekend.
Browse open housesSCEGA Gymnastics in Temecula
Temecula's premier gymnastics training facility, established in 1989: preschool classes from 16 months, recreational and boys programs, tumbling, and competitive teams through Level 10 and XCEL.
Explore the guideThinking About Moving to Murrieta?
Murrieta's schools, activities, and family-friendly communities make it one of the best places to raise a family in Southern California. Let us help you find the right neighborhood for your family.
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