Established in 1984, Waldorf School of the Peninsula offers a holistic education that strives to help children develop their hearts and their minds. It aims to help children develop confidence and self-discipline as well as the ability to think critically and analytically, to work independently and with others, and to develop an appreciation of and flair for creativity and artistic expression. Waldorf School of The Peninsula aims to offer "a true renaissance education for the 21st century."
Almond Elementary School is one of seven elementary schools in the Los Altos School District. It is a California Distinguished School, located just a mile from the downtown center of Los Altos.
It received an Academic Performance Index ranking of 9 out of 10 for the 2009-10 school year. Its 2009 API base was 962.
In addition to traditional classes, students can participate in chorus, the recycle club or a variety of other school activities during the school day. The school benefits from its proximity to Los Altos High School through performances by the school's well-known Main Street Singers and the band on Walk to School Day.
After-school activities and clubs include Spanish, Mandarin, French, Hindi, chess, drama, flag football and basketball.
It is the purpose at Los Altos Christian Schools to provide a quality education in a Christian atmosphere. Los Altos Christian Schools reflect a return to Biblical principles, Christian morals, a conservative philosophy and personal integrity. Clear behavioral expectations and individual accountability are emphasized. The school has been providing education since 1981. Los Altos Christian Schools offers preschool, elementary school and middle school on one campus.