February/March 2015 53 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-Grade 12 Extracurricular: Swimming, Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Tennis, Drama, Dance, Robotics, String, Guitar, Recorder, etc. Average Class Size: Preschool and K, 15- 20; elementary and secondary, 20 Student Population: 550 (at three locations: Mountain View, Berkeley, San Francisco) Enrollment: Year-round Tuition: $8,470-$19,730 INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF THE PENINSULA 151 Laura Lane, Palo Alto 650-251-8504; www.istp.org The International School of the Peninsula provides a comprehensive and challenging bilingual education for students 3 years old through eighth grade. The school offers both French immersion and Chinese immersion programs. ISTP teaches through language and culture, using these tools to promote personal and academic excellence. Within a safe, nurturing environment, students are encouraged to collaborate, communicate, experiment, grow and excel. An education at ISTP is far more comprehensive than after-school language classes as language is a vital part of ISTP’s rigorous academic curriculum. Bilingualism and biliteracy are considered curricular goals, as they strengthen students’ critical thinking, problem solving and creative thinking skills. Students who attend ISTP through middle school are fully prepared for the needs and challenges of the 21st century. Grade Level: 3 years old-8th grade Extracurricular: Chess, Chinese dance, Sports, Science, Cooking and Afterschool language classes Average Class Size: 12-22 Student Population: 580 Enrollment: Ongoing, apply by January for September entry Tuition: $24,500 MERRYHILL SCHOOLS San Jose 408/254-1280, Preschool-8 Milpitas 408/946-2812, Preschool Milpitas 408/945-9090, Preschool-8 www.merryhillschool.com Merryhill Schools, located in Milpitas and San Jose, strive to bring learning to life for students in preschool through eighth grade. The challenging and well-rounded curriculum helps students master core academics while developing 21st-century PRIVATE S CHOOL GUIDE
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