AltSchool prepares students for the future through personalized learning experiences within micro-school communities.
Personalized, Whole-Child Learning
Our inspiring teachers draw on students’ passions, talents and learning styles to create an education that cultivates the whole child -- academically, socially and emotionally.
Collaborative Community Involvement
Our teachers work with parents and partners in the community to offer a stimulating academic experience, taking advantage of the best people and places that the local area has to offer.
Continuous Research and Innovation
We use educational best practices and build innovative learning tools to continuously improve the AltSchool experience for students, parents, and teachers.
- Personalized Learning Plans
- 8:1 student-to-teacher classroom ratio
- Real-world learning experiences
- Focus on social and emotional development
- Core curriculum alongside creative arts, music, foreign language, and physical education
- $19,100/Year (need-blind admission with tuition assistance available)
- Accepting K-8 applications for 2014-2015
- 2014-2015 locations: Dogpatch, Soma, Potrero Hill, Marina/Presidio, and Palo Alto
