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Berkeley, CA
Gan Shalom

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neighborhood: Berkeley North · Telephone: (510) 848-3298

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Application Process

Applications are accepted: From september before child is eligible to enroll

There is a wait list for upcoming school year. more

Parent visits tours are: Recommended

Child interview process: Possible, at school's discretion and takes the form of director-child

Parent interview process: None

Deadline for applications: Rolling

Application fee: $50

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Admissions Process

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Acceptance criteria: Selective based on synagogue members (congregation beth israel), alumni siblings, residents of immediate neighborhood, all other applicants More

Notification occurs: We begin notification in February.;Rolling

Deposit is required: $594

Parents must submit deposit within the following timeframe of receiving notification of acceptance: 3 days

Financial aid is available.

Age/Child Requirements

Child must be 2 years and 9 months to enroll.

Child does not need to be potty trained to enroll.

Inquiries accepted from January 1 onwards.

Director's views on diversity:
No. We try to teach about diversity and respect for all people. We are an Orthodox Jewish school.

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Director's Comments

Question to director: Please list anything you wish parents to be aware of with respect to the application process.

Parent commitment to the school and community is important. Financial aid, while available, is limited to CBI members in extraordinary circumstances. Financial aid applies only to the morning program. If you think you require financial assistance please request a financial aid form.

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