Charles Armstrong School
Tel:
(650)592-7570
- Charles Armstrong School is the San Francisco Bay Area's independent elementary and middle school for students with language-based learning differences, such as dyslexia.
- Since 1968, Armstrong has helped thousands of students discover that learning can be a rewarding experience by helping them gain the reading, writing, speaking and/or math skills that eluded them in traditional schools.
- We place major emphasis on helping students discover and develop their strengths.
- Charles Armstrong School offers a low student-to-teacher ratio; a warm, supportive environment; and proven teaching techniques capable of producing dramatic results.
- The school offers a complete range of academic classes plus art and photography, drama, and physical education. Extracurricular activities are offered as well.
Quick Stats (2018-19)
- Grades: 2-8
- Students: 245 students
- Yearly Tuition: $43,239
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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Charles Armstrong School places among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
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- Affordability Least expensive tuition
School Overview
| School Type | Special Education School |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades 2-8 |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Language based learning differences |
| Year Founded | 1968 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Summer Program Cost | $2,890 |
| Summer Program Cost Notes | Summer School is only for Grades 2-8. This Cost does not include Summer Camp. |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details |
Student Body
| Total Students | 245 students |
| Student Body Type | n/a |
| % Students of Color | 5% State avg.: 44% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 40 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 6:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Average Class Size | 18 students |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Uniforms) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $43,239 |
| Tuition Notes | Grades 2-4 Tuition is 43,239 and for Grades 5-8 Tuition is 43,769 |
| Admissions Director | Charlene Mercadante |
| Admissions Associate | Charles Mercadante |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 9 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Flag Football, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, WrestlingBasketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Flag Football, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Wrestling |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 1 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Arts and Music Programs: Drama Production |
School Notes
- Our 360 Approach means that we look at every aspect of a child`s development and provide the tools and skills your child needs to not only be a successful learner, but also a successful person. Academic achievement is entwined with many other aspects of development. Cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth all play a role in a child`s success. Our 360 Approach ensures that we attend to your child`s areas of growth and that we identify and foster areas` of strength. We teach resiliency and encourage children to explore their passions along with the basic building blocks of education.
- Profile last updated: 6/11/2018
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