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Headlands Preparatory School
Headlands Preparatory School is an award winning, WASC-accredited, college preparatory school for grades 6 through 12 with a long history of helping students succeed through individualized learning. Headlands’ unique oneto-one and small group teaching model allows us to tailor instruction to each student, ensuring that students master the material and experience real success in their courses and increased confidence for future learning.
Founded on the principle that all students can grow as individuals and learners within a supportive environment, Headlands Preparatory School provides an individualized program aimed at empowering students to develop through learning and engagement. From highly gifted students who find a traditional classroom setting too limiting, to students with learning differences who need a specialized teaching approach to shine academically, Headlands Prep meets students where they are to maximize both their learning and their self-confidence. Headlands Prep first opened as a branch of Tilden Preparatory School, advocating the same philosophy, curriculum, and teaching methodologies as its parent institution. Headlands Prep quickly established itself as a thriving campus in the Marin community, offering a quality program responsive to the needs of its students.
In order to fulfill its four pillars of individualized learning, academic mastery, personal growth, and community engagement, Headlands Prep works with each student to identify their strengths and unique learning needs. Headlands Prep currently offers 152 UC-approved courses, including 34 AP and 26 Honors courses. Most courses are taught 1:1, while some electives are taught in small groups. The individualized teaching approach utilized in classes allows students numerous opportunities to develop and articulate their own thoughts, interests, and opinions. At Headlands, parents, teachers, and administrators partner together to create a supportive, positive, and respectful environment to set the stage for students to flourish in a nurturing and uplifting learning community. Students are provided with a transformative educational experience that helps build academic self-esteem, develop self-awareness, and engage as responsible contributors to the global community. Students experience both personal and academic growth as both are nurtured and challenged side by side to develop 21st-century individuals prepared for any path they choose upon leaving Headlands Prep.
FEATURED SCHOOL & PRESCHOOL PROFILES Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory
Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory is a Lasallian Vincentian Catholic, college preparatory high school located in the heart of San Francisco’s cultural center. We are dedicated to the intellectual and academic excellence of our students, and we strive to develop the unique talents and passions of each individual. Our devotion is illustrated in our enthusiastic and highly educated teachers, commitment to service and social justice, innovative curriculum and cutting-edge classroom technology. SHC Alumni are accepted into hundreds of colleges across the country, including all of US News & World Report’s Top 10 National Universities. At SHC, academic excellence is not only measured in the range and quality of our courses, but in our students’ curiosity, drive and desire to learn. We challenge our students to stretch themselves, to experience and learn as much as they can, to honor their passions and develop their talents, to generously share those talents, to become their best selves.
We believe that academic, intellectual, emotional, personal and creative development invigorates the whole student. Our cocurricular programs are essential, not extra, elements to the student experience at SHC. Our students excel on the field, onstage and as leaders in our community, just as they do in the classroom. Our state-ofthe-art facilities allow students to engage in a collaborative learning experience, and our successful Bring Your Own Device program gives students the autonomy to use the tools most relevant to them in a digitally diverse and everchanging world. Students and their families choose SHC for the strength of our academics, our diverse array of cocurricular opportunities, and for the warmth of our inclusive and nurturing community. To schedule a tour, contact Director of Admissions Tim Burke ’70 at tburke@shcp.edu or 415.775.6626 ext. 729.
Salesian College Preparatory
Educational Model
The Salesian College Preparatory (SCP) educational model serves to create a caring, loving, and nurturing environment where the young of all faiths can learn (school), grow in faith (church), feel a sense of belonging (home), and ultimately be happy (playground). The students are always at the center of all we do at Salesian, as “Education is a matter of the heart.” St. John Bosco Robust Transportation Program Our transportation program plays an important role in getting many of our students to and from school. Salesian offers van service throughout the East Bay including Berkeley, Oakland, Fairfield, Benicia, Vallejo, Hercules, Pinole, Concord, Antioch, and Pittsburg with new routes added annually as needed. Diverse Student Body and Curriculum Offering Salesian believes that understanding the past is imperative to our ability to live in the present and shape a more stable future. We strive to offer our students a comprehensive window into the past through connecting historically relevant issues with contemporary events while exploring our shared and individual experiences. Salesian has the pleasure and privilege of instructing a racially, ethnically, ideologically, and intellectually diverse collection of students, which provides opportunities to think more critically of the world around them and encourages them to build a more just society. Project Lead the Way Biomedical Science Pathway Salesian is the only private co-educational college preparatory school in Contra Costa County offering Project Lead the Way's Biomedical Science pathway designed for students who excel in mathematics and natural sciences and are interested in the fields of biology or medicine. This program provides a transformative learning experience. Students who complete the four year program graduate with transportable skills such as problem solving, critical and creative thinking, collaboration, communication, and ethical reasoning and mindset. College Preparatory with Top Tier Acceptances Students who enjoy an environment of discovery thrive at Salesian. Salesian should be the college preparatory high school of choice for families who seek a rigorous and challenging academic environment that mirrors the diversity of the East Bay and our world. It is a real life experience that nurtures the whole student, preparing them for college and life beyond. Salesian graduates have been accepted to California’s top tier UCs, CSUs, and many prestigious colleges including Stanford, Howard and Georgetown.
FEATURED SCHOOL & PRESCHOOL PROFILES Fusion Academy
Since 1989, Fusion has provided a revolutionary educational experience that has allowed thousands of students reach emotional well-being and intellectual achievement.
Fusion Academy is an accredited, private academy and learning center that offers class sizes as small as they come: just one student and one teacher per classroom. Personalization and customization are key elements of the Fusion school model. The curriculum meets state standards, and classes are self-paced and taught in a way that considers each student’s individual interests, strengths, and learning style. Students can sign up for tutoring, classes for credit, or full-time academy enrollment. Flexible scheduling and year-round, open enrollment is an advantage for students who have active lives outside of school.
Student life is much like larger schools with clubs, dances, field trips, and international excursions. Additionally, Fusion Academy has a “no homework at home” policy, so students complete their homework before they leave for the day with teacher supervision in the Homework Café®. Fusion Academy fosters strong, positive relationships between students, teachers, and parents. From remedial classes to honors, Fusion fully adapts to each student where they are and helps them unlock their academic potential and achieve personal growth. Fusion also partners with outside therapeutic professionals and programs to support students’ emotional health and create a balance between learning and life. Each campus is equipped with a state-of-the-art recording studio and a full mixed-media art studio to provide students with opportunities for creative expression. Fusion campuses are open in San Francisco, San Mateo, Walnut Creek, Los Gatos, Marin, and Palo Alto.
For the most personalized schedule, register early! For more information go to www.fusionacademy. com.
Los Gatos Marin 408.354.0743 415.472.1421
San Francisco San Mateo 415.765.9078 650.312.8305
Walnut Creek Palo Alto 925.296.0053 650.857.0634
Serendipity: n. The gift of discovering valuable or pleasant things that are not looked for Serendipity School: A setting for unexpected and exciting learning experiences that are sparked by discovery, guided by individuality, and supported by community Serendipity School is a rare and remarkable place: an encouraging, engaging, and empowering learning community where academic and personal discovery is prized, where the path to excellence is an individual adventure. A unique educational institution dedicated to progressive education, active and hands-on learning, differentiated instruction, and teaching to the whole child, Serendipity School is committed to the process and journey of learning. The result is a community of students who grow to be lifelong, joyful, and invested learners.
INDIVIDUALITY
Serendipity School’s rich and multifaceted programs promote each child’s social, emotional, cognitive, and academic development in positive ways designed to further curiosity and creativity. Our programs encompass each child’s participation, interest, enthusiasm, and ideas. All Serendipity students are encouraged to meet challenges and strive for excellence. DISCOVERY
Serendipity School believes in providing an educational experience that treats children as individuals and engages students throughout the learning process. Our highly skilled and trained educators teach to the whole child, and implement a differentiated curriculum that is both diverse and dynamic. COMMUNITY
Serendipity School supports effort and achievement by empowering students and giving them tools for academic success. Serendipity helps students to grow and learn with confidence and enthusiasm. Serendipity School students are empowered to experiment, assume academic risk, and take an interest in and responsibility for the world around them.
“Serendipity finds the little thing that makes each child unique and expounds upon that. It creates children who are confident, self-aware, and ready to face the world.” Serendipity School Parent
San Mateo and Belmont • CA 650-574-7400 (Preschool) 650-596-9100 (Kindergarten and Elementary) www.serendipityschool.com/
FEATURED SCHOOL & PRESCHOOL PROFILES Charles Armstrong School
Providing Over 50 Years of Transformational Education!
Our Mission: Charles Armstrong School unlocks the unique potential of students with dyslexia and related learning differences, changing the trajectory of their lives
Our Values: We are student-centered.
• Our instructional approach embraces neurodiversity. • We nurture and celebrate individual strengths and talents.
• We cultivate self-confidence and the joy of learning. We grow together. • Our highly-trained faculty foster continuous student growth within a supportive environment. • We educate and actively partner with families. We honor community. • Our students’ shared experience cultivates a sense of belonging. • Our families, faculty, and staff develop meaningful, lasting relationships. We meet students where they are and provide: • A rich academic curriculum
• A safe learning environment • Structured and systematic instructions • Appropriately paced lessons • Multi-sensory and mult-model learning methods • Movement, mindfulness and brain boosts throughout the day • Integrated social emotional learning • And believe in a positive, collaborative partnership with families
• Visit Armstrong: Register on our website to attend a Virtual Information Night or schedule a Virtual Tour.
Armstrong At A Glance: Number of Students: 240 Student to Teacher Ratio: 4.5 to 1 Students per Classroom: Lower School 12-18; Middle School 17-19 Grade Levels: 2nd - 8th Founded in 1968, with families attending from across the Bay area Accreditations: WASC accreditation and CAIS provisional accreditation Leader in the field of dyslexia education, with a proven and long-standing track record of teaching students with language-based learning differences in ways they learn best.
1335 Columbus Avenue San Francisco, California 94133 415-525-4035 www.kfsschool.org
KFS SCHOOL was founded by Kahlon Family Services LLC in January of 2016, our school’s mission every day is working as hard as we can to bring quality education toall Children who are bright and have been called Twice Exceptional (2E). Our educational inspiration stems from believing in the potential and strength of each child. We actively guide every aspect of each child’s individuality, character and well-being on a personal level and in a group setting. We provide each child with a comprehensive environment to nurture his/her learning style through their own curiosity, passion for learning, and social interaction. We strive to create opportunities for learning, exploration, creativity and selfexpression. We are a year-round school! WASC Accreditation in process!
Multiple Locations Throughout the Bay Area www.stratfordschools.com
Discover Stratford School
When you provide a safe environment to learn, the extraordinary happens.
At Stratford, high expectations yield extraordinary results. We start early with an intentionally balanced curriculum that challenges students and accelerates achievement. Our ever-evolving, STEAMbased (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) curriculum ensures students develop the diverse set of problem-solving skills and creative talents they’ll need in today’s world. Our passionate teachers cultivate a nurturing and fun classroom environment, where children feel safe and eager to try new things. Beyond the classroom, we help students discover and define their passions through a variety of extracurricular activities, personal development, and enrichment. This carefully orchestrated approach prepares students to become tomorrow’s creative problem-solvers, imaginative innovators, and confident, insightful leaders. Learn more by visiting www.stratfordschools.com!
FEATURED SCHOOL & PRESCHOOL PROFILES 710 40th Ave San Francisco, CA 94112 415-387-5511 www.sfsta.org
St. Thomas the Apostle Preschool
A accredited catholic preschool/day care center located in the Outer Richmond district of San Francisco. It is committed to the mission of the STA Church by providing a quality and an age appropriate learning environment to our young learners. St. Thomas the Apostle Preschool is a special place that values each child’s unique cultural background and learning ability. We strive to implement our “Learning Through Fun” journey to achieve each child’s developmental needs, and would love to laugh, play and grow together with your child. • 4 classes – younger 3yrs, older 3yrs, and two pre-kindergarten classes • Part time and full time programs • Enrichment programs tuition fee included already; Chinese, Spanish, and Music lessons • Fully accredited preschool/day care center • Financial aid
70 Lomita Drive Mill Valley, CA 94941 415-906-2220 www.terramarin.org
Terra Marin School
Terra Marin Preschool-8th grade is an independent, progressive school located in the beautiful hills of Mill Valley. At Terra Marin, we believe intelligence goes far beyond the three R's (Reading, 'Riting, 'Rithmetic) of past decades. We take a global view of your child that embraces her as a unique individual capable of developing multiple types of intelligences. We educate the whole child, striving for his holistic emotional, social and cognitive development. This synergy allows your child to feel simultaneously supported, safe and challenged. Students receive individualized academic and social/ emotional mentorship from our distinguished staff of educators including engaging academics tailored to each child's abilities & strengths, Earth Education, world languages, a dynamic creative arts program & a community built on diversity & multicultural appreciation. We accept students throughout the year in our rolling admissions process and offer several admissions events throughout the season. Join us to get to know Terra Marin.
150 N. San Pedro Road San Rafael, CA 94903 415-339-9336 www.themarinschool.org
SMALL SCHOOL, BIG IMPACT College Prep High School Since 1980
The Marin School is an independent, college-prep high school in San Rafael. Small by design, TMS students thrive in a challenging, collaborative environment where dedicated faculty set high expectations and encourage each student to realize their full potential. We offer a UC-approved, thought-provoking curriculum, with a creative approach to everything we do. Our small, supportive environment inspires our students to take risks and explore new ideas. Unique STEM offerings include Virology, Zoology, and our FabLab Maker space. Digital, Visual and Performing Arts electives provide opportunities for artists at all levels to refine their skills. Our sports teams compete in a small-school sports league with an emphasis on health and wellness - all teams are co-ed and no tryouts are required. A daily shuttle service makes stops along a central corridor throughout San Francisco and Marin County. Learn more about how a small school can make a BIG impact. Schedule your visit today!
La Scuola International School
The world has changed and it’s time for education to catch up. That’s why, every day, it’s the students at La Scuola who ask the provocative questions… they lead—and embrace—their own ability to learn across languages, across cultures, and across subjects. Because when children are open to the world and protagonists in their own education, there’s no limit to their ability to learn, find beauty in life, and discover extraordinary answers.
BOARDING SCHOOL PROFILES The Athenian School
Athenian believes that the best way to master academic subjects is to experience their application first hand. In our rigorous academic program, you and other talented students from the East Bay and around the world will immerse yourselves in coursework, inspiring each other to think critically, problem solve, and collaborate as global citizens. As an Athenian graduate, you will thrive in any of the nation's best colleges and be poised for a life of intellectual exploration and meaningful contribution. Your home away from home! 535 day and boarding students enjoy a beautiful 75-acre campus at the base of Mt. Diablo. Distinctive programs include middle school focus days, learning by doing in student-focused projects, engineering design, international exchange, and a signature grade 11 2100 Mt. Diablo Scenic Blvd. wilderness experience. Graduates attend many
Danville, CA 94506 colleges, carefully matched for each student's 925-837-5375 learning style and goals. One of our graduates said, www.athenian.org "Athenian is school as it should be." Join us at an Open House: Middle – Nov 13 or Jan 8 | Upper – Nov 14 or Jan 9
302 Portola Road Portola Valley, CA 94028 650-851-8221 www.prioryca.org
Woodside Priory School
Woodside Priory School is a co-educational, college preparatory Catholic Benedictine school. Serving grades 6 through 12 and with a student population of around 400 students, we also offer a boarding option for our upper school. Woodside Priory School's mission is to assist all students in creating meaningful and balanced lives, developing as lifelong learners and stewards, and productively serving a world in need of their gifts. Throughout their time at Priory, our students are encouraged to try new activities while simultaneously engaging with cherished ones. Anchored by our Benedictine values of Community, Hospitality, Individuality, Integrity, and Spirituality, our students are engaged with vigor and purpose.
Featured Listings
Featured Preschools
Featured Preschools Ages Served # of Children at Facility
Religious Affil (if any) Hours of Care
Marin County Preschools Corte Madera
Corte Madera Montessori
50 El Camino Dr #10 Corte Madera • 415-927-0919 www.cortemaderamontessori.com PK 10:1 Montessori Please Call
Marin Montessori School
5200 Paradise Dr Corte Madera • 415-924-5388 www.marinmontessori.org 18 mos - 15 yrs Montessori Please Call
Larkspur
Marin Primary and Middle School
675 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. Larkspur • 415-924-2608 www.mpms.org PK-8 320 Non Denominational $1,970 - $4,150
Notes Tuition Notes
Featured Preschools Ages Served # of Children at Facility
Religious Affil (if any) Hours of Care
Mill Valley
Guidepost Montessori
270 Miller Ave. Mill Valley • 866-202-8593 www.guidepostmontessori.com/millvalley/school Toddler-K Co-Ed Independent Please Call
Marin Horizon School
305 Montford Ave. Mill Valley • 415-388-8408 www.marinhorizon.org PK-8 Co-Ed 8:1 Independent Please Call
Terra Marin School (see pg 44)
70 Lomita Drive Mill Valley • 415-906-2220 www.terramarin.org PS-8 Co-Ed 12:1 8:45 am - 3:30 pm Non Denominational Mandarin or Spanish Immersion Preschool $20,000 - $27,810 annual
Novato
Good Shepherd Lutheran School
1180 Lynwood Drive Novato • 415-892-2880 www.gslsnovato.org PK-8 Co-Ed 16:1 Lutheran Please Call FA Available
Marin Christian Academy
1370 S. Novato Blvd. Novato • 415-892-5713 www.marinchristian.org PK-8 Co-Ed 24:1 Christian Please Call FA Available
San Anselmo
San Anselmo Montessori School
100 Shaw Drive San Anselmo • 415-457-3428 www.samontessori.com 2.10 - 6 yrs 36 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Independent $1,538 - $2,029
San Rafael
Marin Waldorf School
755 Idylberry Road San Rafael • 415-479-8190 www.marinwaldorf.org PK-8 Co-Ed 24:1 Waldorf Please Call FA Available
Montessori de Terra Linda
610 Del Ganado Road San Rafael • 415-479-7373 www.mdtl.org PK-6 Co-Ed 12:1 Independent Please Call FA Available
Montessori in Motion
3 Wellbrock Heights San Rafael • 415-472-5622 www.montessoriinmotion.com PS-K Co-Ed Independent Please Call
Sausalito
The Discovery School
557 McReynolds Rd Suite 100 Sausalito • 415-339-3900 www.thediscoveryschoolbadm.org 2.9 - 5 yrs Co-Ed Independent Please Call
Notes Tuition Notes
FEATURED PRESCHOOLS
FEATURED PRESCHOOLS Featured Preschools Ages Served # of Children at Facility
Religious Affil (if any) Hours of Care
San Francisco Preschools
Big City Montessori School
240 Industrial Street San Francisco • 415-648-5777
www.bigcitymontessorischool.com Children’s Day School
333 Dolores Street San Francisco • 415-861-5432
www.cds-sf.org Cow Hollow School
65 Funston Avenue San Francisco • 415-921-2328
www.cowhollowschool.org/ French American International School
1155 Page St San Francisco • 415-231-5733
www.internationalsf.org German International School of Silicon Valley, San Francisco Campus
117 Diamond St San Francisco • 650-254-0748
www.gissv.org ¡HolaKids! Preschool
1021 Sanchez St. San Francisco • 415-606-1205
www.languageinaction.com La Scuola International School (see pgs 13, 45)
728 20th Street San Francisco • 415-551-0000
www.lascuolasf.org/inquire Montessori Children’s Center
80 Juan Bautista Cir San Francisco • 415-333-4410
www.montessorichildrenscenter.org Noe Valley Nursery School
5210 Diamond Heights Boulevard San Francisco • 415-647-2278
www.noevalleynurseryschool.com Russian Hill School
2026 Divisadero St San Francisco • 415-309-9553
www.russianhillschool.org San Francisco Montessori Academy
1283 22nd Ave & 1566 32nd Ave San Francisco • 415-759-5710
www.sfmontessoriacademy.com
2-1/2 - 6 yrs 75 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
3 - 14 yrs 481 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
2 - 5.9 yrs 60 Co-Ed 8:20 am-4:15 pm
PK-12 Co-Ed
PS-8 Co-Ed
100 Official German School Abroad English, German $2,033 $2,700 per month FA Available
2 - 5 yrs 22 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
PS-8 Co-Ed PS 7:1 300
2 - 6 yrs
8:30 am - 3:00 pm
2.9 - 5 yrs 27 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
2.9 - 6 yrs 36 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
3 - 6 yrs 23 8:00 am - 5:30 pm $2,750
Summer Programs $150-$3,500
Independent $771 - $1,933 per month
Independent Varies by Program
Independent Italian $920 - $1,990
$29,850 - $38,850
Summer Programs Please Call
Summer Programs $290 - $473
$1,793 - $3,586
$2,500
Featured Preschools Ages Served # of Children at Facility
Religious Affil (if any) Hours of Care
St. James Preschool
4620 California Street San Francisco • 415-752-8258
www.stjamespreschoolsf.org St. Thomas the Apostle Preschool (see pgs 17, 44)
710 40th Avenue San Franicsco • 415-387-5511 www.sfsta.org 2.9 yr - 5 Up to 75 children Non Denominational 8:00 am to 6:00 pm Accredited Education Based $655 - $1,570 Center
Stratford School (see pgs 19, 45)
645 14th Ave. San Francisco • 415-742-4254
www.stratfordsf14.com
2 - 5 yrs 45 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
PS-6 Co-Ed 12:1(PS) 15:1(K-6)
Stratford School Parkside (see pgs 19, 45)
2425 19th Ave. San Francisco • 415-564-6250
www.stratfordsfparkside.com Sonoma Preschools Petaluma
The Spring Hill School
825 Middlefield Dr Petaluma • 707-763-7299 www.thespringhillschool.org 18 mos - 6 yrs
9:00 am - 3:00 pm Varies FA Available Summer Programs
Windsor Christian Academy
10285 Starr Rd Windsor • 707-838-3757 www.windsorchristianacademy.org 3 - 5 yrs
7:00 am - 6:00 pm $300 - $1,100 FA Available
Santa Rosa
Brush Creek Montessori School
1569 Brush Creek Rd Santa Rosa • 707-539-7980 www.bcmontessori.org PS - Grade 6 Varies FA Available
St Eugene Cathedral Preschool
300 Farmers Ln Santa Rosa • 707-545-7252 www.steugenesch.org 3 - 5 yrs Varies FA Available Summer Programs
St Luke Preschool
905 Mendocino Ave Santa Rosa • 707-545-6772 www.stluke-lcms.org 2.9 yrs - PK Varies FA Available Summer Programs
St Rose Catholic School
4300 Old Redwood Hwy Santa Rosa • 707-545-0379 www.strosecatholicschool.org 3 - 5 yrs Varies FA Available
Summerfield Waldorf School and Farm
8:30 am - 12:30 pm $6,500 - $1,550 Summer Programs
PS-PK Co-Ed 12:1(PS) 15:1(K) Independent English, Mandarin
Independent English, Spanish $5,900 to $21,000 for School Year
Varies by Program
Varies by Program
