We love AVS! This gem of a school has been amazing for my two boys. The teachers are top notch - they are incredibly skilled at providing customized, differentiated instruction that engages...
Alta Vista School
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Alta Vista School, nestled in San Francisco, California, offers independent education from Junior Kindergarten to 8th grade with a STEAM-based approach. Their curriculum is not just educational but also kinetic, creative, and interconnected, aiming to deepen student learning across various subjects.
Students at Alta Vista School benefit from low student-to-teacher ratios and the presence of two lead teachers per classroom, providing ample individualized attention. The school places a strong emphasis on nurturing designers and artists, helping students express themselves clearly and purposefully through various mediums like painting, performance, and music.
Alta Vista School encourages a sense of exploration and responsibility in students, guiding them to not only observe and question the world around them but also to actively contribute to positive change. Through a culture of curiosity and collaboration, students at Alta Vista School engage in investigating the world collectively to foster a deeper understanding of their surroundings.
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I love this school so much! I have a 3rd grader and a 7th grader. What amazes me about the school is the way that each child is treated with respect and concern for their social emotional...
My son is thriving at Alta Vista School and I can't wait to send my second son there. Moving from a preschool environment where he didn't have clear focus and seemed distracted, my son...

Truly exceptional educators. This is our fourth year. Every year, we are amazed at the academic growth our son and daughter rise to in a non competitive , nurturing environment. The students are...
(Also posted on a GreatSchools) For our children, we wanted an environment where they would thrive and develop academically and socially. We owe a big thank you to AVS. Our kids are curious...
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