Hilldale School

Print page | Close page

Summary

Contact Info

Hilldale School
79 Florence Street
Daly City , CA  94014
hilldale.pinnacleschools.net

Tel: (650) 756-4737

Director: Kathi Sittner : Principal Cristina Arenas Hilldale's Pre-Kindergarten teacher and director.

Application Information

Applications accepted Schedule a personal tour of the school facility, during which you will receive an information packet telling about our program.

Key Statistics

Age cutoff for enrollment 4 years
Extended day Yes

Survey Information

Number of parents surveyed:  1

Savvy Source survey: Yes

General Info


School Philosophy & Day in the Life

School Philosophy and Mission

"We believe that children learn best in an environment in which they are challenged to maximize their abilities, where individuality and diversity are treasured and nurtured, where students are actively engaged in the learning process, and where they are encouraged to act with self-discipline and to care about and respond to the needs of others and the community. We believe each child is unique, with distinct interests and abilities to be affirmed, developed and shared. With this in mind, Hilldale School is committed to providing an outstanding educational experience which addresses the whole child, preparing them for the world they face today, and will face tomorrow, as successful and contributing leaders and members of society.


“Rising to the Challenge� can have many meanings. Certainly it includes a mission to
cultivate a small and diverse community of life-long learners and leaders and to
nurture, inspire, and challenge the unique academic, personal, and social growth of
each child while instilling the values of respect, responsibility, self-discipline, and
service to our community. However, we would also include the following more specific
goals:
• To provide a comprehensive and challenging academic curriculum
with high expectations
• To encourage a sense of world citizenship and social
responsibility
• To encourage an understanding of our environment and the need
for personal stewardship of our environmental resources
• To encourage positive ethical values
• To encourage critical thinking
We believe that a Hilldale “Pinnacle School� education will prepare your children for
acceptance in the best academically oriented high schools and for a lifetime of
success."
Excerpted from the preschool's website



Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School

"Pre-Kindergarten Program

The Daily Schedule

7:30 – 8:30 Indoor extended care

8:30 – 9:00 Outdoor free play

9:00 – 9:55 Circle time and language arts activities

9:55 -10:05 Snack

10:05-11:00 Math, Science and/or Social Studies activities

11:30-12:00 Lunch

12:00- 1:00 Computer or Drama activities; indoor free play

1:00 – 1:30 Outdoor free play

1:30 – 3:00 Nap time

3:00 – 3:30 Outdoor play and snack

3:30 – 4:30 Art and/or Music & miscellaneous activities

4:30 – 6:00 Indoor extended care

"
Excerpted from the preschool's website

Curriculum & Teaching Approach



Director and Parents have not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source.



Quality of Teaching



Director and Parents have not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source.



Home School Connection



Director and Parents have not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source.



Discipline, Health and Safety



Director and Parents have not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source.



Ages, Schedule & Tuition

Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition

Ages Class Size Days Tuition
From 4 years to
5 years
$10500/Year

Extended Care

- This school does have extended care

Application & Admissions

Application Process

Applications are accepted: Schedule a personal tour of the school facility, during which you will receive an information packet telling about our program.

Application fee: $100

Admissions Process

Acceptance criteria: The basis of race, religion, color, gender, or national or ethnic origin. Admissions decisions for the following school year are made beginning in January, with preference given to early applicants and siblings  

Age/Child Requirements

Child must be 4 years to enroll.

Kindergarten Placement & Tips



Director and Parents have not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source.



The Savvy Source for Parents © 2006
[ close this page ]