Two storied East Bay independent schools join forces in historic expansion

Two storied East Bay independent schools join forces in historic expansion

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How to Recognize Learning Differences in Early Childhood

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Education, Learning Differences & Neurodiversity Profiles, Special Needs

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Five Early Indicators a Student Might Need Reading and Writing Support

Five Early Indicators a Student Might Need Reading and Writing Support

Child Development, Education, Special Needs

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Finding the Right Fit: Why Small Schools Shine for Neurodiverse Students

Finding the Right Fit: Why Small Schools Shine for Neurodiverse Students

Education, Inclusive Education Basics, Special Needs

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Education, Preschoolers, Private School Search, School Age, Tweens & Teens

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Bentley School Lafayette Campus

Elementary Schools High Schools Kindergarten Middle Schools SchoolsAlameda County Schools Contra Costa County Schools
1000 Upper Happy Valley Rd
Lafayette, California 94549
K - 12th Grade
short description: Bentley School is a vibrant, intellectually curious community where students are taught how to think rather than what to think.
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Charles Armstrong School

ADHD Executive function focused programs Dyslexia Dysgraphia Dyscalculia Dyspraxia support Elementary Schools Language based learning differences Middle SchoolsSan Mateo County Schools
1405 Solana Dr
Belmont, California 94002
1st Grade - 8th Grade
short description: Charles Armstrong School is renowned for serving students with Dyslexia and related language-based learning differences.
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East Bay German International School

Elementary Schools High Schools Language Immersion Schools Middle SchoolsAlameda County Schools
1070 41st St
Emeryville, California 94608
Preschool - 12th Grade
short description: The East Bay German International School (EBGIS) is a dual-language immersion school offering exceptional academics, a diverse international perspective, and a vibrant school community.
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East Bay German International School (EBGIS) Early Childhood Program

Language Immersion Preschools Preschools Preschools and ChildcareAlameda County Preschools
1070 41st St
Emeryville, California 94608
Preschool - K
short description: The EBGIS Early Childhood Program employs bilingual immersion and a play-based and project-oriented approach widely used in Europe. No prior knowledge of German is required.
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East Bay International High School (EBIHS)

High Schools Language Immersion SchoolsAlameda County Schools
1070 41st St
Emeryville, California 94608
Preschool - 12th Grade
short description: The East Bay International High School (EBIHS) is an accredited International Baccalaureate (IB) World School offering the highly regarded IB Diploma Programme to all its students.
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Hiba Academy Bay Area

Bilingual Schools Kindergarten Pre Kindergarten Transitional KindergartenSan Francisco Schools
99 Rhode Island St
San Francisco, California 94103
PreK - 5th Grade
short description: Hiba Academy Bay Area provides a dual language education— English and Chinese—with just the right balance of academic rigor, multicultural experience, and personal wellbeing. We are part of Wellington College Education–a global network of schools.
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Mission Hills Middle School Union City Campus

Elementary Schools Kindergarten Middle Schools Pre Kindergarten Transitional KindergartenAlameda County Schools
250 Tamarack Dr
Union City, California 94587
TK - 8th Grade
short description: Mission Hills provides top-quality education to students. We have two campuses: Union City (grades Jr. K-8) and Castro Valley (grades Jr. K-5). Both locations have year-long open enrollment, based on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Prince of Peace Christian School

Christian Schools Elementary Schools Kindergarten Middle Schools Transitional KindergartenAlameda County Schools
38451 Fremont Blvd
Fremont, California 94536
Preschool - 8th Grade
short description: Prince of Peace Christian School offers a Christ-centered education from preschool to 8th grade, emphasizing Christ-like citizenship and meaningful interactions through low teacher-to-student ratios for an engaging, supportive environment.
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Redeemer School

Christian Schools Elementary Schools Kindergarten Middle Schools Preschools Transitional KindergartenSan Mateo County Preschools San Mateo County Schools Santa Clara County Preschools Santa Clara County Schools
468 Grand St
Redwood City, California 94062
TK - 8th Grade
short description: Where we are growing confident young minds in Character, Intellect & Faith. Ranked one of the top TK-8 private schools in the Peninsula & rooted in 100 years of Christian values, our culture creates a joyful & safe space for students to flourish.
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Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory

Catholic Schools High SchoolsSan Francisco Schools
1055 Ellis St
San Francisco, California 94109
9th Grade - 12th Grade
short description: Students and their families choose SHC for the strength of our academics, our diverse array of co-curricular opportunities, and for the warmth of our inclusive and nurturing community.
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The Child Unique Montessori School – Encinal Campus

Child Care Centers Montessori Preschools Preschools and ChildcareAlameda County Preschools Alameda County Schools
2226 Encinal Ave
Alameda, California 94501
PreK - 1st Grade
short description: We want children to do more than just learn. We want them to think. We want them to think about what they think about. And then to take that understanding, to be changed by it, And then to change the world. And we believe that this begins here.
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The Child Unique Montessori School – Pacific Campus

Child Care Centers Elementary Schools Kindergarten Middle Schools Montessori Preschools Montessori Schools Preschools and Childcare Transitional KindergartenAlameda County Preschools Alameda County Schools
2212 Pacific Ave
Alameda, California 94501
Preschool - 8th Grade
short description: We want children to do more than just learn. We want them to think. We want them to think about what they think about. And then to take that understanding, to be changed by it, And then to change the world. And we believe that this begins here.
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The Child Unique Montessori School – Taylor Campus

Child Care Centers Kindergarten Language Immersion Preschools Middle Schools Montessori Preschools Montessori Schools Preschools and Childcare Transitional KindergartenAlameda County Preschools Alameda County Schools
1400 6th St
Alameda, California 94501
Preschool - 1st Grade
short description: We want children to do more than just learn. We want them to think. We want them to think about what they think about. And then to take that understanding, to be changed by it, And then to change the world. And we believe that this begins here.

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MARIN

NAPA

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Serendipity Elementary School Tours

Serendipity Elementary School Tours

January 20, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am at Serendipity Elementary School in 2820 Ponce Ave
Belmont, CA 94002 United States | Open House, Peninsula-Silicon Valley School Open House Events, School Open House

Parents are introduced to Serendipity School’s exciting programs and curriculum and invited to experience the school in action. Tours are scheduled on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings at 9:00 am, by appointment only. Schedule through

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Serendipity Elementary School Tours

Serendipity Elementary School Tours

January 21, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am at Serendipity Elementary School in 2820 Ponce Ave
Belmont, CA 94002 United States | Open House, Peninsula-Silicon Valley School Open House Events, School Open House

Parents are introduced to Serendipity School’s exciting programs and curriculum and invited to experience the school in action. Tours are scheduled on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings at 9:00 am, by appointment only. Schedule through

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St. Matthew Catholic School Campus Tours

St. Matthew Catholic School Campus Tours

January 21, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am at St. Matthew Catholic School in 910 S El Camino Real
San Mateo, CA 94402 United States | Elementary School, featured, Open House, Peninsula-Silicon Valley School Open House Events

Join us for a small-group campus tour and experience St. Matthew Catholic School’s welcoming, faith-centered community. Families will learn about our academic programs, Catholic values, and daily school life while

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The Springstone School | Middle School Group Tour

The Springstone School | Middle School Group Tour

January 22, 2026 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am at The Springstone School in 1035 Carol Lane
Lafayette, CA 94549 United States by The Springstone School Free | 7th-12th grade, Academic, Education, featured, High School, Middle School, Open House, School

Small Program Specific Tours welcome up to 3 families/groups who are specifically interested in either the Springstone Middle School or Springstone Community High School to join Principal Rucker on a

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For 7th-12th Grades: Tour Bowman Secondary at Page Mill

For 7th-12th Grades: Tour Bowman Secondary at Page Mill

January 22, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am at Bowman School (Page Mill) in 835 Page Mill Road
Palo Alto, CA 94304 United States by Bowman School | High School, Middle School, Open House, Peninsula-Silicon Valley School Open House Events, School Open House

Bowman’s open house events at the Secondary Level are designed for parents and their students preparing to enter 7th-12th grades in Fall 2026. Attendees will quickly learn key highlights of how Bowman School

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FEATURED CAMPS

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Academic Talent Development Program (ATDP) at UC Berkeley

Academic Enrichment Camps Academic Programs Arts & Architecture Business, Entrpreneurship & Leadership Programs Camps Coding Elementary School Programs Enginering Programs High School Programs Middle School Programs Pre-College Programs STEAM Camps Summer Programs Technology Camps Teen Focused Camps Writing & Literature
Camp Cities: Berkeley, Richmond
MAKE SUMMER COUNT! UC Berkeley’s ATDP offers challenging courses for highly motivated scholars in grades K-11. Explore academic passions through in-person or remote learning.
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Bald Eagle Sports Camps

Basketball Camp Business, Entrpreneurship & Leadership Programs Camps Day Camp High School Programs Middle School Programs Sports Camps Summer Programs Teen Focused Camps Traditional Camp Travel Programs
Camp Cities: Los Altos, San Jose
Offering 3 Camps at one location, Bald Eagle has Multisports (TK-5th), Sports Leadership (6th-8th), Basketball Camp (3rd-8th) and Coach In Training (9th-10th) to serve the entire family!
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Camp Quest by Serendipity School

Academic Enrichment Camps Arts and Crafts Camps Camps Creative Arts Culinary Camps Day Camp Elementary School Programs Performing Arts Camps Sports Camps Summer Programs Traditional Camp
Come join us this summer at Camp Quest! 8 weeks of adventure, enrichment, friendship and fun. Experience Art, STEM, Performing Arts, Sports, Cooking and so much more.
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Circus Center Summer Camp

Camps Day Camp Performing Arts Camps CIT Programs
Camp Cities: San Francisco
Sign them up for a week of flying, bouncing, flipping, juggling, clowning and more. They’ll build confidence, strength, and teamwork skills in a creative and supportive environment.
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Dance/10 Performing Arts Center Summer Camps

Adventure Camps Ballet Camps Camps Dance Camps Performing Arts Camps
Camp Cities: Alameda
Offering 10 different camps for 2025 ranging from musical theatre, dance and activity, to technique camps. Camps for all age groups from 3 through audlt.
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Dancing Paintbrush Studio

Arts and Crafts Camps Camps
Camp Cities: Berkeley
Please join our Award-Winning Summer Art Camp for a summer filled with Fun and Creativity! Voted Best of the Bay by Parent's Press! Our new location is on Solano Avenue, Berkeley, in the Thousand Oaks neighborhood! We are so excited to serve you!
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SHC Summer Institute at Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory

Academic Enrichment Camps Animals Nature and Outdoor Camps Arts and Crafts Camps Baseball Camp Basketball Camp Camps Coding Computer Science Creative Arts Debate Camp Enginering Programs Football Camp or Program Marine Biology Science Camps Sports Camps
Camp Cities: San Francisco, CA
The SHC Summer Institute is a series of one-week enrichment courses and sports academies for motivated students and athletes ages 9–14 with both in-person and online offerings available.

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