Walden Center & School
Tel: (510)841-7248
- Walden Center and School offers child-centered academics that fully incorporate artistic expression within a supportive community of learners.
- Walden is a progressive, teacher-run elementary school. Our curriculum combines developmentally appropriate expectations with challenging units of study.
- The school's environment enhances each child's academic, emotional, social, creative and physical growth.
- The Walden staff supports experiential learning, cooperative endeavor, creativity and appreciation of personal expression within a broader community.
- We believe that children learn best in an environment that stimulates an interest in the world around them.
Quick Stats (2018-19)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Students: 82 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,970
- Acceptance rate: 75%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 3 / rolling
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association for the Education of Young Children |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Kindergarten-6 |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Classroom teachers modify program strategies to support mild learning differences with the support of a Learning Specialist. |
| Year Founded | 1958 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 82 students |
| Student Body Type | n/a |
| % Students of Color | 25% State avg.: 44% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 10 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 8:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 90% |
| Average Class Size | 10 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 3 / rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $12,970 |
| Tuition Notes | Payable in 8 installments: a 3 month deposit and $1,297 per month Aug - Feb. |
| % on Financial Aid | 50% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $4,601 |
| Acceptance Rate | 75% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Caroline Schnieders |
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