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Sequoia Nursery School
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neighborhood: Montclair / Piedmont Pines · Telephone: (510) 531-8853 · Website: www.sequoiakids.org
Contact Info
Sequoia Nursery School
2666 Mountain Boulevard
Oakland, CA
94611
www.sequoiakids.org
Tel:
(510) 531-8853
Director:
Margaret Brockway
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General Approach to Learning
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Play-based with some structure |
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Co-op |
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School Philosophy and Mission
Play is the child's work.' Goals - Each child will: Develop positive self concept & sense of belonging. Develop curiosity about the world, confidence as a learner. Develop relationships of mutual...
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Ages, Class Size, days & Tuition
| Ages | From
3 years
to 5 years |
| Days: | |
| Mon 9am - 11:45am | |
| Tue 9am - 11:45am | |
| Wed 9am - 11:45am | |
| Thu 9am - 11:45am | |
| Fri 9am - 11:45am | |
| Tuition: | $3,150/Year |
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Key Statistics
| Extended day | No |
| Total enrollment | 33 |
| Student/teacher ratio | 3:1 |
| Age cutoff for enrollment | 3 years |
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Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
Part time options:
4 days: $2720/year in 10 equal installments
3 days: $2040/year in 10 equal installments
3 year olds attend 3 days: 9:00-11:45
4 year olds attend 3, 4, or 5 days: 9:00-11:4...
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Application Information
| Applications accepted | After a face-to-face meeting at the school (tour, conversation with director, etc.) |
| Wait list | Yes |
| Deadline for applications | February 28 |
| Application Information | $25 |
| Acceptance criteria: | Selective based on sibling priority, diversity, age and gender balance |
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