Tel:
(650)251-8500
Grades: PK - 8 | 573 students
The International School of the Peninsula educates children through a rigorous, bilingual curriculum that promotes critical thinking, international awareness and responsible global citizenship. We are a co-educational independent day school serving students in Nursery through middle school. Through our rigorous academic program and multi-lingual, multi-cultural environment, we strive to develop individuals who demonstrate adaptability, confidence, expression, and cultural awareness; demonstrate critical thinking, creativity, and problem solving; demonstrate responsibility, integrity, and leadership; possess a lifelong passion for learning; possess an interest in participating in international communities; and possess the capabilities to be leaders in international arenas.
School Overview: |
International School Of The Peninsula
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| School Type | School with Special Program Emphasis | |
| School Membership(s) | European Council for International Schools National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) Bilingual School Association Council of Bilingual Education National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) |
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| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 8 | |
| Year Founded | 1979 | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 573 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
| % Students of Color | 21% (CA School Avg.: 43%) | |
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| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 60 teachers | |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 10:1 (National school avg.: 13:1) | |
| Classroom dress code | Casual | |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 21 | |
| Admissions Director | Maile Uohara | |
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School Reviews:
January 31,2013 - Both of my kids go here and are achieving an amazing education. In addition to robust academics, there is a strong arts and music program. The teachers and administrative staff are smart, caring and involved. We are very happy with our children''s critical thinking, problem solving and language skills - ISTP is preparing them to to participate in a worldwide economy. It''s a great school.*-Posted by Parent *
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