Bonnie Silverman

1017 CEDAR ST San Carlos, CA 94070
www.arborbayschool.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 36 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $47,160
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
Bonnie Silverman Photo #1 - Arbor Bay School students learn how to learn. Our ultimate goal is to give students the tools to successfully transition to a traditional classroom environment.
Bonnie Silverman Photo #2 - Arbor Bay School teaches students with learning differences how to learn. We bring the joy back to learning and students gain new confidence that was perhaps never experienced before.
Bonnie Silverman Photo #3
Bonnie Silverman Photo #4 - Arbor Bay School offers a teacher:student ratio of no more than 1:4 in elementary school and no more than 1:6 in middle school.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 36 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $47,160
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Language-based Learning Differences
Year Founded
2003
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
School Motto
To be recognized for empowering children to achieve maximum personal success.

Student Body

Total Students
36 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
30%
Average Class Size
10 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
List of Courses Offered

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition assistance and scholarships available
% on Financial Aid
15%
Admissions Director
Emily King
Admissions Associate
Susan Rose
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports

School Notes

  • Arbor Bay School provides comprehensive specialized academic instruction utilizing credentialed Special Education teachers and a multi-disciplinary staff.
  • Students with a variety of language-based learning disabilities in grades K - 8th benefit from multisensory instruction including standards based curriculum and online/software technology.

Arbor Bay School fosters academic and social success for children with learning differences through individualized instruction in a small classroom environment with a low teacher-student ratio. Arbor Bay School addresses each student individually and personally, with a focus on meeting the needs of the whole child.

Leveraging current research on the brain, our programs and curriculum are scientifically proven to facilitate best results and incorporate state of the art technology. Arbor Bay School's curriculum covers all K-8 subject areas and meets California state education standards in language arts, math, science, social studies, music, arts and physical education.

We are a private, non-public, not-for-profit school and welcome both district placed and privately placed students. Students benefit from our small class sizes and hands-on, individual attention. We design a comprehensive success plan for each student that incorporates proven evaluation, educational and therapy practices.

In this positive and nurturing environment, students learn to believe in themselves and to take risks that will ultimately build critical confidence both in and out of the classroom. Our goal is that our students are able to transition to their local community school after benefiting from the Arbor Bay School approach.

The Arbor Bay School experience is characterized by:

  • Multi-disciplinary, integrated educational teams
  • Research based curriculum and instruction tailored to each student
  • A multi-sensory, experiential environment with a whole child approach
  • Highly skilled specialized and credentialed teachers in every classroom and a small class size
  • On-site speech/language and occupational therapists
  • Academic, social, and emotional growth curriculum
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Bonnie Silverman cost?
Bonnie Silverman's tuition is approximately $47,160 for private students.
Does Bonnie Silverman offer a summer program?
Yes, Bonnie Silverman offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Bonnie Silverman offer?
Bonnie Silverman offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Track and Field.
When is the application deadline for Bonnie Silverman?
The application deadline for Bonnie Silverman is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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