AltSchool is a place where creativity and exploration come together with rigor, purpose, and structure.
At AltSchool, we are cultivating the next generation of lifelong learners who possess the knowledge, strength of character, creativity, and drive to impact the modern world.
Our educators put students at the center of their own learning by equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and awareness to advocate for themselves. As agents of their own learning, AltSchool students are creating the change they want to see in the dynamic environments around them.
Students learn and are assessed on non-academic life skills with the same level of rigor as core academic knowledge.
We are accepting applications for transitional kindergarten through 8th grade for the 2019-2020 school year (limited spaces still available for 2018-2019).
Please submit an application by January 15, 2019 to receive an admissions decision by March 21, 2019.
2018-19 annual tuition for lower school is $28,000 and middle school is $28,600.
Admissions Director
Jillian Williams
School Notes
Our small, community-based campus supports the development of
deeply enriching relationships between students, educators, and
families. We explore the following areas:
Personalized Project-Based Learning: Educators
use a proven cycle of learning that aligns with how children learn
best.
Multi-Age Programs: Two-year age bands replace
traditional grades; our programs challenge and support students at
their individual level of knowledge and skills.
Learning Beyond School Walls: Small,
community-based campuses blur traditional boundaries between school
and community. Exploring the community and bringing experts into
our schools grounds learning in real-world experiences.
A Whole-Child Approach: A deep learner profile
for each student that goes beyond grades and test scores,
incorporating knowledge, skills, and habits-and evolves with your
child.
A Bigger Purpose: Students and parents
contribute to co-creating a platform that not only powers our
schools but also aims to improve education for all children.
Grades: NS-8 | 282 students1.6 miles 3250 18th St San Francisco, CA 94110 (415) 551-0000
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School Reviews
5.00 out of 5(2 reviews)
53/5/2020
Finding a school that is the right fit for ALL your kids in San Francisco is a HUGE task but if you are lucky and strike gold, then it can turn into the biggest blessing ever! We love the Guidepost Community! I am sure my kids' teachers are giving my kids the best they have and my kids love their teachers! Thank you, Emily and Kristen for making this such a vibrant, loving school!
- Posted by Parent - E.G
512/27/2018
We are having an amazing experience at this school. My daughter started kindegarten this year and loves her teacher and her classmates. The school is very welcoming to new families. I am amazed at how fast she is learning.
- Posted by Parent - Sarah Smith
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Quick Stats (2021)
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Students: 91 students
Yearly Tuition: $28,000
Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
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Did You Know?
The average private school tuition in San Francisco, CA is $22,345 for elementary schools and $34,168 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
