The Berkeley School
Tel: (510)665-8800
- Berkeley Montessori School is an independent school serving children ages 3 to 14, located on two beautiful campuses in Berkeley, CA. BMS is not a place where students just "do" school.
- BMS is a welcoming place where students, parents, and teachers are engaged in meaningful learning.
- Students develop the skills and knowledge they need within assignments and projects that encourage inquiry, critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, ethics, and habits of mind and heart with connections to the wider world---all within a respectful, culturally responsive community.
- BMS is a place where teachers are supported to continue their own learning so that they integrate the best available knowledge into their practice.
- BMS is a place where parents are supported in their parenting through ongoing workshops, parenting circles, and many opportunities for participation.
- BMS is a place that transforms education to meet the needs of our students for their future.
- At BMS, we strive to ignite curious minds, awaken generous hearts, and engage in a changing world.
School Overview
| School Type | Alternative School |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | American Montessori Society (AMS) Institute for Independent Education National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
| Year Founded | 1964 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 289 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 68% State avg.: 43% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 25 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 12:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Average Class Size | 23 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Tuition Notes | Tuition is grade specific and ranges from $16,650 to $19,500 depending on program level. |
| % on Financial Aid | 27% |
| Acceptance Rate | 75% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Paula Farmer |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 3 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Flag Football, VolleyballBasketball, Flag Football, Volleyball |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 2 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Eco Club, Garage Band (Middle School) Eco Club, Garage Band (Middle School), |
School Notes
- Inquiry Based Learning
- Field Trips to promote experiential learning along with the academic curriculum on all levels
- Montessori Plus approach to pedagogy
- Lucy Calkins Readers and Writers Workshop
- Terc Math K-5; Connected Math + Algebra in Middle School
- Peaceful Playground
Profile last updated: 05/06/2016
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