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.
School Overview
| School Type | Special Education School |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) |
| Grades Offered | Grades 1-8 |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Language based learning differences |
| Year Founded | 1968 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 245 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 5%
State avg.: 43% |
| 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 | $36,650 |
| Tuition Notes | 2013-2014 school year |
| Admissions Director | Debbie Vielbaum |
| 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. | Drama Production 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: 10/7/2013
Profile last updated: 08/17/2015
Nearby Private Schools
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The nearest high school is Fusion Academy San Mateo (3.2 miles away)
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The nearest elementary school is Notre Dame Elementary School (0.6 miles away)
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The nearest preschool is Immaculate Heart Of Mary School (0.7 miles away)
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- School Location Miles Grades Students
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BelmontNotre Dame High SchoolAll-girls (Roman Catholic)Grades: 9-12 | 447 students
0.4 miles
1540 Ralston Ave
Belmont, CA 94002
(650)595-19130.49-12
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BelmontNotre Dame Elementary School(Roman Catholic)Grades: K-8 | 225 students
0.6 miles
1200 Notre Dame Ave
Belmont, CA 94002
(650)591-22090.6K-8
225 -
BelmontImmaculate Heart Of Mary School(Roman Catholic)Grades: PK-8 | 319 students
0.7 miles
1000 Alameda De Las Pulgas
Belmont, CA 94002
(650)593-42650.7PK-8
319 -
BelmontGrades: PK-5 | 389 students
0.9 miles
2200 Carlmont Dr
Belmont, CA 94002
(650)593-61750.9PK-5
389 -
San CarlosSt. Charles School(Roman Catholic)Grades: K-8 | 308 students
1.3 miles
850 Tamarack Ave
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650)593-16291.3K-8
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