Acton Academy Silicon Valley vs. Woodland School
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Acton Academy Silicon Valley ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Woodland School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Overview
Acton Academy Silicon Valley (AASV) is a modern K-8 private school in Redwood City, CA that is dedicated to empowering young learners to reach their full potential through innovative, personalized education.
Our student-led approach fosters self-directed learning, collaborative problem-solving, and real-world experiences, creating a community of engaged, curious, lifelong learners passionate about making a positive impact on the world.
Our curriculum is based on the Socratic method and emphasizes critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration.
Our school is dedicated to creating a culture of trust, respect, and accountability, where students are encouraged to take ownership of their learning and pursue their passions.
Woodland School develops collaborative, creative, and confident learners with the strength of voice to follow their hearts and make a difference.
Woodland students are innovative, compassionate stewards creating a joyful world.
Grades Offered
NS-8
NS-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
n/a
No
Learning Difference Programs
n/a
No
Year Founded
2020
1981
Students Body
Total Students
55 students
308 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
-
18%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
-
13
Pre-K Students
15
23
Kindergarten Students
8
34
Grade 1 Students
7
29
Grade 2 Students
5
31
Grade 3 Students
5
33
Grade 4 Students
5
30
Grade 5 Students
5
28
Grade 6 Students
5
37
Grade 7 Students
-
21
Grade 8 Students
-
29
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
33 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
90%
n/a
Average Class Size
12
15
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:11
1:9
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Formal
(Uniforms)
(Uniforms)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Jan. 17 / Mar. 15 / rolling
Tuition Cost
$20,280
$38,925
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from 17,000-22,000 depending on the studio.
Preschool/PreKindergarten: $31,305
Lower School (K-4): $36,860
Middle School (5-7): $38,925
8th Grade -$41,925 (Includes international trip cost)
% on Financial Aid
n/a
18%
Average Financial Aid Grant
n/a
$15,000
Admissions Director
Erika K. Clark
Melanie Rothenberg
Admissions Associate
n/a
Chrystine Skelly
Sports
Total Sports Offered
n/a
10
Sports
n/a
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
n/a
8
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
n/a
Associated Student Body, Chill Club, Dungeons and Dragons, Middle School Muscial, Student Woodland Activist Group, Taylor Swift Club, Trading Cards, Yearbook