International School Of The Peninsula
Tel:
(650)251-8500
- The International School of the Peninsula educates children through a rigorous, bilingual curriculum that promotes critical thinking, international awareness and responsible global citizenship.
- We are a co-educational independent day school serving students in Nursery through middle school.
- Through our rigorous academic program and multi-lingual, multi-cultural environment, we strive to develop individuals who demonstrate adaptability, confidence, expression, and cultural awareness; demonstrate critical thinking, creativity, and problem solving; demonstrate responsibility, integrity, and leadership; possess a lifelong passion for learning; possess an interest in participating in international communities; and possess the capabilities to be leaders in international arenas.
Quick Stats (2020)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 611 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 21
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International School Of The Peninsula places among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
School Overview
| School Type | School with Special Program Emphasis |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Bilingual School Association Council of Bilingual Education European Council for International Schools National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
| Year Founded | 1979 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 611 students |
| Student Body Type | n/a |
| % Students of Color | 42% State avg.: 44% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 83 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 7:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 21 |
| Admissions Director | Maile Uohara |
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School Reviews
| 5 Both of my kids go here and are achieving an amazing education. In addition to robust academics, there is a strong arts and music program. The teachers and administrative staff are smart, caring and involved. We are very happy with our children's critical thinking, problem solving and language skills - ISTP is preparing them to to participate in a worldwide economy. It's a great school. - Posted by Parent - carbo |
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