Enrollment Begun! Open Has Start Early. Start Right. Inspiring Children to Achieve Since 1963 February/March 2016 61 PRIVATE S CHOOL GUIDE HILLBROOK SCHOOL 300 Marchmont Drive, Los Gatos 408/356-6116; www.hillbrook.org Hillbrook School is noticeably different from the moment you step on campus. Pathways lead around old oaks, down to the creek and past the chicken coop. Students run, play and explore, while letting their curiosity abound. All 315 students— junior kindergartners to eighthgraders— will encounter a unique blend of challenging academics, critical thinking experiences, and service opportunities that foster a tremendous love of learning. At Hillbrook, students are taught to see and analyze social and intellectual problems from many different perspectives against the backdrop of an innovative teaching environment. They also learn to respect and cooperate with each other in preparation for becoming compassionate, connected global citizens. Hillbrook is accredited by NAIS and CAIS, and its campus includes a gym, pool, field, art studios, science and maker labs—including the MakerSpace and a 1:1 iPad program for middle school students. Grade Level: Jr.K-8th grade Average Class Size: N/A Student Population: 315 Enrollment: Applications for the 2016- 2017 school year due January. Tuition: $29,625; Tuition Assistance Available INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF THE PENINSULA 151 Laura Lane, Palo Alto 650/251-8504; www.istp.org With over 35 years of experience in bilingual education, the International School of the Peninsula is the most established dual-language immersion school in Silicon Valley, and the 3rd oldest Chinese Immersion school in the United States. ISTP educates its multinational student population through a rigorous, collaborative curriculum in French or Mandarin Chinese. By teaching through language and culture, students learn to be responsible, globally conscious individuals with exemplary critical thinking skills. The school’s experienced faculty has a long history of providing an outstanding language immersion education that is consistent with ISTP’s core values, which include promoting personal and academic excellence. Graduates of the program can effectively articulate thoughts and communicate in a variety of forms. They have a healthy respect for citizens of all cultures, making them uniquely Challenger School offers uniquely fun and academic classes for preschool to eighth grade students. Our students learn to think for themselves and to value independence. The results are unmatched at any price! Come see for yourself at an Open House! Thursday, February 4 . . . . . 9-5 Saturday, February 6. . . . . . 9-12:30 Tuesday, February 9 . . . . . . 9-5 Wednesday, February 24 . . 9-5 Monday, February 29 . . . . . 9-5 10 Bay Area locations. To find one near you, visit ChallengerSchool.com. An independent private school offering preschool through eighth grade © 2015, Challenger Schools • Challenger School admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin.
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