Berkwood Hedge School
Tel:
(510)883-6990
- Berkwood Hedge School is an independent kindergarten through fifth grade school located in central Berkeley.
- Our developmental philosophy is based on the understanding that children construct their own knowledge of the world through active and collaborative exploration of their learning environment.
- We see children as competent, articulate, and curious individuals who learn by doing things themselves.
- Our experienced teachers create lessons, materials, and activities that challenge and engage a diverse range of students.
- Our teachers excel at bringing social and academic learning together in emotionally safe classroom environments.
- Curriculum is designed to help students ask questions about society, examine popular culture, and think critically about school life.
- Social justice and service learning activities are integrated throughout the academic curriculum.
- Our strong core curriculum of mathematics, language arts, social studies, and science is supplemented by a vibrant enrichment program including Spanish, Art, Music, Physical Education and Environmental Science and our older students add an inspiring Drama program.
Quick Stats (2020)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Students: 96 students
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Kindergarten-5 |
| Year Founded | 1976 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 96 students |
| Student Body Type | n/a |
| % Students of Color | 16% State avg.: 44% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 11 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 9:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Average Class Size | 18 students |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| % on Financial Aid | 36% |
| Admissions Director | Debbie Lloyd |
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