Redwood Day vs. Park Day School
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School Overview
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Top Rankings
Redwood Day ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
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Park Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
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Overview
At Redwood Day, everything we do is designed to keep every child engaged and growing.
Academically, that means a world-class curriculum and a focus on the individual.
Socially and emotionally, that means teaching students to work through conflicts, respect each other`s differences, and honor their diverse community.
With these hard and soft skills and the support of a strong community, our students have everything they need to grow into great. Redwood Day is located on 4 acres of land in the heart of Oakland. Our amazing teachers proudly educate close to 400 East Bay children on our beautiful campus.
Park Day School provides a strong academic foundation where students learn by doing and are encouraged to follow their own curiosity.
With a focus on developing intrinsic motivation, Park Day`s robust interdisciplinary academic program includes an emphasis on social justice and social emotional learning.
Classes are designed to nurture a love of learning and prepare students to be informed, courageous, and compassionate people who shape a more equitable and sustainable world.
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Grades Offered
NS-8
K-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
Yes
Year Founded
1963
1976
Students Body
Total Students
418 students
330 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
38%
30%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Kindergarten Students
34
32
Grade 1 Students
40
36
Grade 2 Students
34
36
Grade 3 Students
36
36
Grade 4 Students
36
36
Grade 5 Students
40
36
Grade 6 Students
66
42
Grade 7 Students
66
38
Grade 8 Students
66
38
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
42 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
n/a
60%
Average Class Size
19
18
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:9
1:8
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
Dec. 10 / Jan. 18 / rolling
Jan. 16 / rolling
Tuition Cost
$27,310
$34,780
Tuition Notes
Grades 6-8: $29,740
Tuition ranges from $1,800 to $34,780 (top of the index) in K-5 lower school.
Tuition ranges from $1,800 to $35,480 (top of the index) in 6-8 middle school. To learn more about tuition, visit www.parkdayschool.org/affordability
% on Financial Aid
28%
40%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$15,000
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Admissions Director
Katrina Lappin
Josie AG Shapiro
Admissions Associate
Darlene Bell-Carson
Amalia Bob-Waksberg
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8
7
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
7
n/a
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Chorus, Diversity Club, Drama Productions, Jazz Band, Rock Band, Sports Teams, Student Government
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