Walden Center & School

2446 Mckinley Avenue, Berkeley, CA, 94703-0947
Tel: (510)841-7248
Grades: K - 6 | 72 students
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Walden Center and School offers child-centered academics that fully incorporate artistic expression within a supportive community of learners. Walden is a progressive, teacher-run elementary school. Our curriculum combines developmentally appropriate expectations with challenging units of study. The school's environment enhances each child's academic, emotional, social, creative and physical growth. The Walden staff supports experiential learning, cooperative endeavor, creativity and appreciation of personal expression within a broader community. We believe that children learn best in an environment that stimulates an interest in the world around them.

School Overview:
Walden Center & School
School Type School with Special Program Emphasis
School Membership(s) National Association for the Education of Young Children
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Kindergarten - 6
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Learning Programs Supported Classroom teachers modify program strategies to support mild learning differences with the support of a Learning Specialist.
Year Founded 1958
Student Body
Total Students 72 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 25% (CA School Avg.: 43%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 8:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 90%
Average Class Size 10 students
Classroom dress code Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Jan. 3 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $12,970
Tuition Notes Payable in 8 installments: a 3 month deposit and $1,297 per month Aug - Feb.
% on Financial Aid 50%
Average Financial Aid Grant $4,601
Acceptance Rate 75%
Admissions Director Caroline Schnieders

Nearby Schools:

Walden Center & School
Gr. K-6 | 0 mi. away
Berkwood Hedge School
Gr. K-6 | 0.2 mi. away
St. Joseph The Worker School
Gr. K-8 | 0.5 mi. away
West-wind Academy
Gr. 2-12 | 0.6 mi. away
Global Montessori International School
Gr. K-5 | 0.6 mi. away
Shu Ren International School
Gr. K-3 | 0.8 mi. away

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