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At Kirk O' The Valley School, we believe children are best prepared for life's journey when they embrace their own and others' individuality; gain a genuine love of learning; acquire knowledge and the ability to express what they know; and discover their meaningful place in the world.
Our balanced, nurturing approach to educating children, a Kirk hallmark since 1961, helps your child gain the confidence to be successful not just in school, but in life itself.
At Kirk O' The Valley School, ours is a child-centered philosophy with a "touch of realism." While our curriculum and assessment program align with California state guidelines, we maintain the flexibility to make sure that all children are successful learners.
We do not try to make kids fit a curriculum; our children are viewed, and valued, as individuals.
At Kirk O' The Valley School, we believe children are best
prepared for life's journey when they embrace their own and others'
individuality; gain a genuine love of learning; acquire knowledge
and the ability to express what they know; and discover their
meaningful place in the world. Our balanced, nurturing approach to
educating children, a Kirk hallmark since 1961, helps your child
gain the confidence to be successful not just in school, but in
life itself. At Kirk O' The Valley School, ours is a child-centered
philosophy with a "touch of realism." While our curriculum and
assessment program align with California state guidelines, we
maintain the flexibility to make sure that all children are
successful learners. We do not try to make kids fit a curriculum;
our children are viewed, and valued, as individuals.
My child attended Kirk from Kindergarten through 5th grade. From the moment we stepped on campus for our tour, we were welcomed warmly by the incredible director, Hillary Felder. She went above and beyond to answer our questions and explained not only Kindergarten's curriculum to us, but touched on each grade and all the enrichment that is offered. There are many school functions, concerts, and events that allow parents to participate in the community. Our daughter has thrived academically as well as socially and we couldn't have asked for a more solid foundation for her to move through middle school. The teachers are all so kind and truly care about each child as individuals. We wish Kirk went up to high school! Thank you to everyone at Kirk for making our child feel confident and honored as an individual. You are truly a gem!
- Posted by Parent - Parent
55/17/2016
AWESOME! I drive from Simi Valley to Kirk O'' The Valley School for my two preschool students, ages 2 and 3 1/2. We love the community feel at Kirk and the fact that Spanish, Music, Library and Art are included in the tuition plus a wide variety of after-school enrichment classes as well. I can recommend Kirk O'' The Valley with 5 stars to anyone interested. My older children, ages 10 and 12 also attend their awesome summer camp, KKamp. Educational adventures are their goal, getting my kids away from video games and T.V. Camping and Nature themed activities that keep all my children's interest combined with caring, responsible, qualified teachers make Kirk School a winner!
- Posted by Parent - tumbl
57/24/2015
By far one of the best elementary schools in the valley. Truly follow the motto that childhood is journey. The school , its teachers , staff is so accessible and always open to parents to address any kind of issues , not that we had any in all 7 years my son was there. Has Available music, art, sports and tons of extracurricular activities. It has a great after school program for working parents .
We highly recommend this school
- Posted by Parent - anupa
57/24/2015
My son is in PK at Kirk and we could not be happier. He is learning Spanish, music, art, computers, has a reading readiness expert helping him. The teachers are great and really care. Kirk is a real community where the students are nurtured and given focus as individuals, where the teachers and administrators know every child and where the parents and families are truly welcomed. We are so grateful for Kirk.
- Posted by Parent - stryd
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Quick Stats (2024-25)
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-5
Enrollment: 151 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
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The average private school tuition in Los Angeles County, CA is $17,057 for elementary schools and $22,965 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
