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Independent schools in San Francisco Bay Area: Private schools in Mill Valley, preschools in Marin County, private elementary, middle school, early childhood education, Waldorf kindergarten programs in CA
Private School in Mill Valley, Marin County, CA
Greenwood School, Mill Valley:
Greenwood School in the heart of Mill Valley in Marin County, Northern CA, (10 minutes north of San Francisco) offers a dynamic education that recognizes the developmental phases and fosters the emerging capacities of each child. Enlivened education is filled with vitality, enthusiasm and spirit of imagination. Awakening a love of learning is at the heart of Greenwoods program and school culture. Our rigorously trained teachers are committed to academic excellence and to addressing the emotional, intellectual, and physical needs and capabilities of your children at each crucial stage of their development.
About Greenwood School:
Almost two decades ago, a community of like-minded parents gathered around a kitchen table in Mill Valley, California, and dedicated themselves to providing the best possible education for their children. Today, Greenwood School a robust, preschool and K — 8 school community thrives in the heart of Mill Valley.
Learning is indeed a lifelong enterprise and the preschool, kindergarten, elementary, and middle-school children of Greenwood School begin their educational journey in an environment that nurtures, inspires, and prepares them for the challenging road ahead.
Our class teachers journey through the grades with their students. In addition to the class teacher, there are specialty teachers for Spanish, music, handwork, art, games, woodworking and eurythmy.
Education Programs:
Preschool Programs:
- 2 years 9 months to 4 years 6 months
- 2, 3 or 5 day programs
- Aftercare
Kindergarten Programs:
- 4 years 6 months
- Early Childhood Program
- Language arts
Elementary & Middle School (Grade 1-8) Programs:
- Arabic or Mandarin
- Poetry
- Music
& more ...
Student Transportation:
Greenwood School is committed to providing bus service for our families – to protect the environment, to reduce vehicles on Bay Area roads, and to provide safe transportation for our students. We encourage all families living in Corte Madera and North to use our bus.
We currently offer a morning bus servicing San Anselmo, San Rafael, Greenbrae and Corte Madera. Our bus stops are as follows:
- West San Anselmo, Memorial Park
- Central San Rafael, San Rafael Community Center
- Greenbrae, Bon Air Shopping Center
- Corte Madera, Tamalpais Drive at Sanford Street, Town Center
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| Address: 17 Buena Vista Avenue, Mill Valley, Marin County, California , USA | ||
Carden West School
Courses / Programs
Carden West School is a private, independent, non-sectarian, non-profit preschool and elementary school in Pleasanton, CA, offering fully-licensed, academic-based preschool for children aged two to five years old and elementary school for Kindergarten through to 5th grade. Pleasanton is situated in Alameda County in the East Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area. Established in 1977, the school has a rich tradition of providing quality education in our community and is accredited by WASC, the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Carden West School fosters academic, ethical and social values, developing tomorrow's leaders today. Our teachers encourage students to put forth their best effort the first time while also encouraging students to take risks. Students are taught to take responsibility for their learning, which includes being active participants in the learning process.
- Preschool Program
- Pre-Kindergarten Program
- Kindergarten Program
- Elementary Program (til end of 5th grade)
* Subjects include: Language Arts, Mathemathics, Social Studies and Science
Additionally:
- Enrichment Program: Covering subjects such as Technology, Music, Art, Physical Education, Foreign Language and Character Education
- Before and after-school child care program
- Pre-Kindergarten Program
- Kindergarten Program
- Elementary Program (til end of 5th grade)
* Subjects include: Language Arts, Mathemathics, Social Studies and Science
Additionally:
- Enrichment Program: Covering subjects such as Technology, Music, Art, Physical Education, Foreign Language and Character Education
- Before and after-school child care program
Presidio Knolls School, San Francisco
Courses / Programs
Located on Lombard Street, San Francisco, CA, near the Bay, Presidio Knolls School is a non-profit Mandarin-immersion Reggio Emilia inspired pre-school. Our school comprises of a dedicated, generous group of parents and teachers who are committed to providing a multi-lingual, multi-cultural English and Mandarin Chinese environment where children can freely develop their gifts and interests. Since the inception of the school in February 2008, the faculty and parents have been working very hard to realize these goals. We serve families from Chinatown, Cow Hollow, Russian Hill, Pacific Heights and throughout San Fransico Bay communities.Since the school was established, we have made great strides in implementing a Reggio Emilia inspired teaching philosophy in a Mandarin immersion classroom. To facilitate language reinforcement at home, we have produced and published weekly Youtube videos of Mandarin songs and stories. The teachers have also infused Chinese traditions, such as ancient poetry and festival celebrations, into the program to foster cultural awareness and expose our children to more sophisticated vocabularies.
- Preschool programs
- Kindergarten programs
* We offer a Reggio Emilia inspired teaching philosophy in a Mandarin immersion classroom. Bilingual Mandarin Chinese and English program.
* We teach Chinese traditions, such as ancient poetry and festival celebrations, into the program to foster cultural awareness and expose our children to more sophisticated vocabularies.
* We also offer Summer Camps.
- Kindergarten programs
* We offer a Reggio Emilia inspired teaching philosophy in a Mandarin immersion classroom. Bilingual Mandarin Chinese and English program.
* We teach Chinese traditions, such as ancient poetry and festival celebrations, into the program to foster cultural awareness and expose our children to more sophisticated vocabularies.
* We also offer Summer Camps.
Delphi Academy of Los Angeles, San Fernando Valley
Courses / Programs
Are you searching for a quality private school in the San Fernando Valley area? Located in Lake View Terrace, in the foothills of the beautiful Angeles National Forest, Delphi Academy of Los Angeles is a coeducational day school providing a preschool through 12th grade program.
We admit students of any race, color and national or ethnic origin.
Delphi Academy of Los Angeles is one of several schools in the Delphi Schools Network, a group of independent schools sharing uniquely developed curriculum and teaching methods.
All of our teachers have been thoroughly trained in the study and teaching methods practiced at Delphi Academy.
Academics focus on providing students with a solid grounding in the basics, a rich and challenging hands-on curriculum, and the ability to study purposefully and independently.
In addition to rounding out academic studies in literature, mathematics, writing, science, history, and government, our students gain practical understanding and experience in the subjects of leadership, integrity and logic, as well as management and organizational skills.
Student Testimonial:
"The thing I really like about Delphi is that they let you feel important. You don’t have to be afraid to be who you are! The teachers are great! Delphi makes learning fun.”
- Middle School Student
Academic Programs for Preschool-Grade 12 Students:
• Preschool
• Lower School
• Elementary School
• Middle School
• High School
• Summer Programs
• English Immersion Program for International Students (Academic Year)
• English Immersion Camps (Spring, Summer & Winter - 4 weeks to 3 months)
• Preschool
• Lower School
• Elementary School
• Middle School
• High School
• Summer Programs
• English Immersion Program for International Students (Academic Year)
• English Immersion Camps (Spring, Summer & Winter - 4 weeks to 3 months)
The Discovery Center School, San Francisco
Courses / Programs
The Discovery Center School (DCS) is an independent, co-educational school for students in Kindergarten through to 12th grade. We are located in Northern Park, San Francisco, and are proud to serve families in Northern Park, Central North, Anza Vista, Hayes Valley, Inner Richmond, Laurel Heights, Pacific Heights and surrounding communites throughout the Bay area. The student population richly reflects the diversity represented in the Bay Area with regard to socio-economic, religious and ethnic differences. We offer remedial classes as well. For the past 36 years, The Discovery Center School has successfully provided a very supportive learning environment for the development of excellence in each of our young learners. Small class size and a tutorial format results in success. High school graudates have continued on to the best colleges and universities around the world. Students of all ages are prepared for the University of California program, thus preparing them for the college or university of choice. Each student is seen as an individual, with unique talents, interests and achievements. DCS is accredited by the National Independent Schools Association.
- Kindergarten program
- Primary School program
- Intermediate School program
- Upper School program
In addition to their homeroom teachers, all students receive instruction from a school librarian, an art specialist, a Spanish teacher, a computer teacher and a physical education teacher.
Also: Remedial Classes, Extended Day Program & Summer Program available.
- Primary School program
- Intermediate School program
- Upper School program
In addition to their homeroom teachers, all students receive instruction from a school librarian, an art specialist, a Spanish teacher, a computer teacher and a physical education teacher.
Also: Remedial Classes, Extended Day Program & Summer Program available.
First United Methodist Church Preschool
Courses / Programs
First United Methodist Church Preschool in Santa Monica in western Los Angeles County is a private preschool offering programs to children beginning at 2 1/2 years old (and potty trained). In 1948, the preschool, formerly known as the Nursery School, started to serve the children of church members. It soon expanded into a professional preschool for the community and over the years has gained a reputation as one of the finest in the city. Under the guidance of qualified teachers and a full-time director, the school provides an enrichment program to enhance your child's growth and development physically, socially, emotionally, spiritually, and academically. At First United Methodist Church Preschool, classes are structured by age so that all the equipment and activities are developmentally appropriate. Teacher / child ratios are kept low to insure a quality preschool education.
Preschool programs for children aged 2 1/2 years +:
- Parent / Toddler class
- Transitional Kindergarten class (TK)
- Chapel
- Music
- Extra Curricular activities
- Parent / Toddler class
- Transitional Kindergarten class (TK)
- Chapel
- Music
- Extra Curricular activities
Children's Village Preschool, Orange
Courses / Programs
Children's Village Preschool in Orange County, approximately 3 miles north of Santa Ana, is a developmental, play based preschool offering programs to children from ages 18 months to 6 years. We strive to challenge children’s creativity and to be aware and respectful of their emotional needs, and to support and facilitate their social development by providing opportunities for children to build positive self-esteem. We welcome and respect the diversity of cultures and encourage every member of our center to share their culture with us. We are facilitators of children’s development fostering their social, emotional, physical and cognitive development for life long learning.
Our philosophy at Children's Village Preschool is based on the belief that children learn best when exposed to a challenging environment that offers a variety of meaningful hands-on activities and experiences. We believe that children should be allowed to explore their surroundings in order to develop a good sense of problem solving and decision-making.
Our Preschool enrolls children 18 months through 6 years. Being potty trained is not a requirement.
Schedules include:
- 2, 3, or 5-day basis
- 1/2 day (9:00 - 12:00)
- Core Day (8:30 - 3:00)
- Extended Day (anytime 7:00 am - 6:00 pm) programs available.
- We are open from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday through Friday, year round with the exception of Holidays.
Schedules include:
- 2, 3, or 5-day basis
- 1/2 day (9:00 - 12:00)
- Core Day (8:30 - 3:00)
- Extended Day (anytime 7:00 am - 6:00 pm) programs available.
- We are open from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday through Friday, year round with the exception of Holidays.
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