46 South Bay Accent PRIVATE S CHOOL GUIDE master a rich, K-8 academic curriculum through a balance of independent study, group seminars, hands-on activities and practical projects. Each child is placed according to academic ability and readiness (rather than age) and has the freedom to advance rapidly at his or her own pace. At Delphi, teamwork, leadership, ethics and community service are emphasized. Cultural celebrations foster an appreciation for others, promoting acceptance and understanding. The school’s classrooms are active and cheerful, with a low student-teacher ratio for personal attention. Additional facilities include two science labs, a greenhouse and garden, two gymnasiums, a gymnastics room, a rock-climbing wall, athletic fields, a rec room and both visual and performing arts studios. Delphi students routinely score in the top 1 to 5 percent nationwide on high school entrance exams. Grade Level: K-8th grade Extracurricular: Acting, Basketball, Chess, Choir, Creative Writing, Cultural Events, Dance, Debate, Maker Club, Math Olympiads, Music, Programming, Public Speaking, Robotics, Soccer, Student Government, Technology, Visual Arts, Volleyball and Yearbook Average Class Size: 12 Student Population: 150 Enrollment: Year-round. Most students enter in September, January or June Tuition: $15,750 FUSION ACADEMY 50 University Ave., Los Gatos, Suite A300 408/354-0743 2000 Alameda de las Pulgas, Suite 128 San Mateo; 650/312-8305 Palo Alto campus coming in 2015 www.fusionacademy.com Fusion Academy is a revolutionary private middle and high school that offers the ultimate in individualized education. Each classroom has just one student and one teacher, allowing a personalized approach to each student’s unique emotional and academic needs. Students may enroll any time of year and attend full-time or enroll in tutoring, classes for credit and summer programs as an educational supplement. Fusion also believes that self-expression is vital to a well-rounded education, so each campus offers a complete art studio as well as a state-of-the-art recording studio. Flexible scheduling and completing homework in the Homework Café® are significant advantages for Fusion students. Classes are self-paced and taught to complement each student’s individual interests, strengths, emotional health and learning style. Students who aren’t able to thrive in a traditional school model flourish at Fusion emotionally, socially, and academically. Grade Level: 6th-12th Extracurricular: Art, Vocals, Guitar, Drums, Recording Arts, Yoga and more Average Class Size: 1 Student Population: 78 (Los Gatos); 70 (San Mateo) Enrollment: Year-round Tuition: Academy, $3,400-$3,870 per semester, per course; tutoring and enrichment, $75 per session GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF SILICON VALLEY 310 Easy St., Mountain View 650/254-0748; www.gissv.org To give your child a bilingual education is to give a gift that lasts a lifetime. Studies have shown repeatedly that foreign language learning increases critical thinking skills, creativity and flexibility of mind in young children. The German International School of Silicon Valley offers a nurturing and ambitious curriculum that focuses on bilingual education and its application in natural science and social studies as well as in arts and sports. At GISSV, each student has the opportunity to reach his or her full academic potential in an environment that fosters critical and imaginative thinking, a passion for learning and an appreciation for cultural diversity. Cross-curricula programs prepare students for college and beyond while providing learning opportunities that help them thrive, develop personal interests and maximize their achievements. Grade Level: Preschool-12th grade Extracurricular: Swimming, Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Tennis, Drama, Dance, Robotics, String, Guitar, Recorder, etc. Average Class Size: 15-20 (Preschool-K); 20 (elementary and secondary) Student Population: 550 (at three locations: Mountain View, Berkeley, San Francisco) Enrollment: Year-round Tuition: $8,767-$20,421 HALSTROM ACADEMY 19638 Stevens Creek Blvd., Suite 230, Cupertino 1840 Gateway Drive, Suite 100, San Mateo 866/252-9042; halstrom4u.com Celebrating its 30th anniversary, Halstrom Academy has proved its progressive approach to education is a model for success. Understanding that each student is unique in his or her ability to
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