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Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran School, West Hills:
Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran School is a pre-K to sixth grade private school in West Hills in the West San Fernando Valley Region of Los Angeles. Opened nearly 50 years ago, Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran School has a proud history of educating children in a small, nurturing environment with high academic standards. Students go on to some of LA's best secondary programs. The curriculum at Shepherd of the Valley provides children with a sound foundation in all core subject areas. Graduating students are well-prepared for middle school, private or public. Shepherd of the Valley provides an environment in which children develop strong moral character.

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Education Programs (Pre-K-6th Grade):

Preschool Program: 
We provide a safe, nurturing environment where the uniqueness of each child is recognized and respected. Children are naturally curious and eager to learn about the world. We offer a developmentally appropriate program where our students participate in:

- Group times where children talk, share, and listen
- Outdoor activities on a beautiful, secure, and shady play yard
- Music, religion, and Spanish instruction
- Art, cooking, dramatic play, science, books, and stories
- Active and quiet play

Elementary School Program (K-6): 
We provide a program of academic excellence in a Christian environment for K-6th grade students.

* Subjects include:  Religion, Language Arts (Reading, Writing & English), Math, Phonics & Spelling, Science, Social Studies, Handwriting, Physical Education, Spanish, Music, Art & Technology

* Students attend weekly chapel
* Educational field trips are planned at the teacher's discretion.

Each student, receives regular instruction in music, Spanish, computers, physical education, art, religion, and literature. Through music, Spanish, physical education, and enrichment opportunities, Shepherd of the Valley's students experience a well-rounded education and discover their own special talents and skills. Phonics is taught in kindergarten through to third grade, and health is taught in fourth through sixth grade. 

As a testament to Shepherd’s success, each year its 6th grade graduates move on to the region’s top public middle schools - gaining acceptance to prestigious programs for high achievers. Additionally, many are accepted to the area’s most prominent private schools.

Standardized Testing Program: 
The Stanford Achievement Test (SAT 10) is given each spring to students in grades 2-6 and the Otis Lennon School Ability Test is given to students in grades 1-6.

Full Sports Program:
Our students participate in ALL offered sports in the Christian Elementary Athletic League, including softball, basketball, soccer, cross-country and track.

Additionally:  Extended before & afterschool care programs

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Address: Kittridge Street, West Hills, Los Angeles, 91307, San Fernando Valley, California , USA
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