Stanbridge Academy

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San Mateo, CA 94401
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Stanbridge Academy Photo #1 - Stanbridge Academy is a caring, inclusive K-12 school for students with mild to moderate learning differences and social communication disorders. We use an individualized, whole student approach so that students thrive and develop their academic, social, and emotional capabilities to their fullest potential.
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Stanbridge Academy Photo #1 - Stanbridge Academy is a caring, inclusive K-12 school for students with mild to moderate learning differences and social communication disorders. We use an individualized, whole student approach so that students thrive and develop their academic, social, and emotional capabilities to their fullest potential.
Stanbridge Academy Photo #2 - A high school students participate in a chemistry experiment.
Stanbridge Academy Photo #3 - High school students work on projects in computer technology.
Stanbridge Academy Photo #4 - A high school student takes apart a hard drive in computer science.
Stanbridge Academy Photo #5 - Stanbridge offers a comprehensive school experience complete with a variety of electives--including woodworking, broadcast, and art--for high schoolers.
Stanbridge Academy Photo #6 - High school 11th and 12th graders kayak down the Russian River during one of their experiential learning trips. Experiential learning is integrated into the program through overnight and day trips as well as on-campus assemblies and activities. Each student takes two overnight trips a year.
Stanbridge Academy Photo #7 - Junior high students take part in a chess tournament during lunch.
Stanbridge Academy Photo #8 - Junior High students create books about the Bill of Rights.
Stanbridge Academy Photo #9 - An upper elementary student learns about physics using a wall-sized touch screen while on an experiential learning trip to Levi's Stadium.
Stanbridge Academy Photo #10 - A middle elementary student reads a story he wrote to a room of his peers and their parents at the Author's Brunch.
  • Stanbridge Academy is a caring, inclusive K-12 school for students with mild to moderate learning differences and social communication challenges.
  • We use an individualized, whole student approach so that students thrive and develop their academic, social, and emotional capabilities to their fullest potential.
Quick Stats (2018-19)
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Students: 93 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $41,800
  • Average class size: 6 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling

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School Overview

School TypeSpecial Education School
School Membership(s)School Assoc.National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS)
Religious AffiliationNonsectarian
Grades OfferedGrades Kindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD SupportYes
Learning Difference ProgramsYes
Learning Programs Supportedhttp://www.stanbridgeacademy.org/our-students.html
Year Founded1982
Summer School OfferedYes
Summer Program DetailsLink to Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students93 students
Student Body TypeCo-ed
Students by GradeStanbridge Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size6 students
List of Courses OfferedLink to List of Courses
Classroom Dress CodeCasual
(K-8 dress code: Khakis and polo shirt)

Finances and Admission

Admission DeadlineNone / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost$41,800
View national tuition avg.
Tuition NotesTuition includes special assemblies and speakers, overnight experiential trips and day field trips. All classroom supplies, textbooks and yearbooks are also included in this tuition amount. The school also provides counselors, a speech and language pathol
Admissions DirectorSusan Coyne

Sports

Total Sports Offered5 sports
SportsBadminton, Basketball, Cross Country, Swimming, VolleyballBadminton, Basketball,
Cross Country, Swimming,
Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.Club or Organization:
After School Program, Chess Club, Cooking Club, Minecraft Club, Student Government, Yearbook Club, Yoga/Mindfulness

Arts and Music Programs:
Ceramics, Choir, DJ Club, Drama Productions, Rock Band

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Dodgeball, Ping Pong/Table Tennis Team, Street Hockey Team, Swimming Lessons

School Notes

Highlights of the Stanbridge Academy program:

  • Stanbridge's core focus is our academic program, which follows California curriculum standards. Our student-teacher ratio is generally 8:1, allowing for individualized and differentiated instruction.
  • Stanbridge is fully accredited by the California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) through June 2025
  • Experiential learning is integrated into the program through overnight and day trips as well as on-campus assemblies and activities.
  • We provide a comprehensive school experience with electives, afterschool clubs, and sports teams that compete with other schools.
  • Transition programs include mainstreaming to public/private schools, building life skills, preparing for college, and training for the workforce. We also have a post-secondary program for those students needing additional assistance after high school graduation.
  • Tuition includes experiential trips, textbooks, and supples. The school also provides counselors, a speech and language pathologist and a resource specialist to support students as part of the school program. 
  • We serve students from across the Bay Area. To assist families with longer commutes, shuttle service is available from locations in San Francisco and San Jose. The school also operates shuttles from the San Mateo Caltrain station in the morning and back to the station after school.

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Quick Stats (2018-19)
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Students: 93 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $41,800
  • Average class size: 6 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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