International School Of The Peninsula Profile

151 Laura Lane, Palo Alto, CA, 94303-0943

Tel: (650)251-8500

Grades: PK - 8 | 573 students

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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
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)
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%)
Students by Grade

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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