Northern Light School - Oakland, CA

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Contact Info

Northern Light School
3710 Dorisa Avenue
Oakland, CA  94605
www.northernlightschool.com


Tel: (510) 957-0570
Fax: (510) 957-0559

Director: Jennifer Diaz
nlsdreamer@aol.com

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General Approach to Learning

Play-based
Play-based with some structure
Predominantly teacher-led instruction
Check Mark Montessori
Waldorf
Co-op
Reggio-Emilia
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Survey Information

Survey Information

Savvy Source survey: Yes

School Philosophy and Mission

Northern Light School is committed to providing a high quality education for children from all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds, especially those who would not have the opportunity for a private...
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Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School

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Application Information

Applications accepted After a face-to-face meeting at the school (tour, conversation with director, etc.)
Wait list No
Deadline for applications Rolling
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Key Statistics

Total enrollment 26
Student/teacher ratio 9:1
Age cutoff for enrollment 2 years and 9 months
Extended day Yes

School year

Year round program

Summer Program

01/2008 - 01/2008

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Notes on Schedule and Extended Care

Notes


Registration fee: $400
Monthly Extended Care: $275
Hourly Extended Care Fee: $40 per month and $5.00 per hour
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Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition

Ages: From 2 years 9 months to
6 years
Days: Mon 8:50am - 3:30pm
Tue 8:50am - 3:30pm
Wed 8:50am - 3:30pm
Thu 8:50am - 3:30pm
Fri 8:50am - 3:30pm
Tuition: $7,150/Year
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Additional Application Information

Application fee: $40

Acceptance criteria: Complete application form and return to school with applicaiton fee. Arrange for tour and meeting with Administrative Director.

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Waldorf?

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