The Evans School was founded in 1958 by Mrs. Rita Miller Baer. It was her vision to create an environment which had, at its center, respect for God, country and one another. These ideals still remain the heart of Evans.
The Evans School is dedicated to helping young children develop a love of learning, deep respect for family and friends and the strength of character essential for making a positive difference in the world.
This school is also dedicated to fostering the academic and character development of each child. Basic values are emphasized continually: a strong sense of personal worth, a genuine concern for others and a belief that God is a vital force in all our lives. The Evans school is for students from kindergarden through the sixth grade.
This independent and co-educational school is unique in that its curriculum satisfies the requirements of both the French and American school systems.
Enrolling children in preschool through eighth grade, this school's students are expected to perform about 75 to 80 percent of schoolwork in French. The focus is to teach children leadership skills while giving them the advantages of both the French and American systems and an added bilingual edge. A child's parents need not speak French to enroll their child here, but studies are rigorous and primarily in the French language.
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This downtown La Jolla educational institution is an independent, coeducational day school. Serving as both a preschool and elementary, students are accepted as young as age two up to sixth grade. The Gillispie School's historical foundations in philanthropy and civic leadership continue to be valued in its present form today, and children are taught to think critically and creatively, communicate effectively and use their natural desire to learn and explore.
In addition to general elementary and preschool curriculum there are also specialty programs in areas like art, science, sustainability and technology. Contact the school directly or visit the Web site for more information about educational philosophy and admissions.
This public high school campus is located in the heart of La Jolla just blocks from downtown and the Pacific Ocean coast. Recognized as a California Distinguished School this educational institution has comprehensive academic offerings in addition to a variety of extracurricular activities. Students here will be able to find a niche no matter where their strengths and interests lie. The ultimate goal of La Jolla High School is to provide its graduates with the appropriate experience and tools for their next steps in life, which for about 90% of graduates means furthering their education at colleges and universities. In support of the school there is an established foundation and PTA. More information is available on the website for visitors or enrolled students and their families.
The Montessori Institute of San Diego is a nonprofit organization that functions as a training facility for Montessori teachers in the San Diego area. It's also a private Montessori private preschool and kindergarten for children. For more information, contact the Montessori Institute at the phone number provided or visit the website.
Bird Rock Elementary School is part of the San Diego Unified School District and serves grades kindergarten through fifth. The average class size is 23. Some of this school's highlights include band, basketball and community service. It has a wide range of sports available for the students, such as cross country, football and basketball. It also has student council and student government.
The La Jolla Elementary School is part of the San Diego Unified School District and serves kindergarten through fifth grade. It has an average class size of 21. In 2008, it received California Distinguished School Recognition. Some of the courses this school offers include band, computer, orchestra, chorus, dance, ceramics and sculpture, drawing, painting, theatre and drama. In addition, Spanish and Mandarin are both taught.
Muirlands Middle School houses 6th, 7th and 8th grades and provides a positive learning environment focusing on each student's individual responsibility for his or her education. Students are expected to attend daily, and the school provides curriculum and instruction that reflects the differences in student learning styles. Muirlands Middle School also strives for positive family interaction. Information on the school's calendar and curriculum can be found on its web site.