Located in St. Paul, Ramsey County, Minnesota, Minnesota Waldorf School is an independent pre-K through 8th grade school. We value the critical link between inspiration and education. Music, movement, foreign language, handwork, and art are thoughtfully integrated with a strong core of humanities and sciences. Our classrooms and teachers offer a warm, nurturing environment that allows children's capacities to unfold and grow, naturally. Our students rise to the challenges of learning with a sense of discovery and curiosity.

Whenever possible, teachers remain with the same class from 1st through 8th grade, allowing for growth and a deepening of the class community. Children flow from cooking and imaginative play in preschool and kindergarten, to marching math games and building projects in early grades, and then advance to scientific discovery and critical thinking in upper grades. Our school is fully accredited by the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America, as well as AdvancED. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, ability, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, nationality or ethnic origin.

- Programs from prekindergarten through 8th grade
- Waldorf Curriculum comprised of a strong core of humanities and sciences, which is carefully and creatively integrated with art, handwork, foreign language, music and movement
- Parent-Child Classes
- Preschool and Kindergarten
- Lower School
- Middle School
- Summer Camp

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2. Art of Learning Academy, Los Angeles County

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The Art of Learning Academy is a private co-educational school in Northridge in Los Angeles County, CA, serving students in grades 6-12 from Reseda, Canoga Park, Winnetka, North Hills and surrounding communities. The Art of Learning is not an ordinary private school. It grew out of a unique partnership between an educational therapist, an artist, dedicated teachers, students who want to learn and parents who dared to believe that learning differences could be surmounted in an atmosphere of care and individualized attention to their children.

The Art of Learning Academy accepts students who do not do well in traditional school environments, large environments and large classrooms. These include students with Dyslexia and Dyscalculia. We provide a cozy home environment consisting of an ample house in Northridge that has a lovely garden and pool.

The Art of Learning Academy is a small school of warmth and intimacy in which the learning experience takes place either one-on-one or in small groups with less than ten students per teacher and a paraprofessional aide. We are non-sectarian and accept students of all races and religions.

Education Programs:
- Middle School Program
- Senior High School Program

* We accept students who do not do well in traditional school environments, large environments, and large classrooms, including students with Dyslexia and Dyscalculia.

* We teach English, Math, Social Studies, Science, PE, Film, Art and Music in a cozy home environment.

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3. Language Workshop For Children

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Language Workshop For Children offers language immersion programs in NYC Upper East Side, West Side and SoHo. Language Workshop For Children is a place where toddlers 6 months to 3 years and children 3 to 9 years meet through a fun immersion play group to learn French, Spanish, English, Italian and Chinese.

Children learn languages through the LWFC’s Thibaut Technique®. In Thibaut Technique classes kids learn naturally, not by translating. First they hear, then they understand, and finally they speak in that language.

French, Spanish, Italian, English, and Chinese Language Programs for Children Ages 0-9:

* Languages for Tots program

* Languages for Children program

* Language Immersion Preschool program

* Language Summer programs

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4. Valley View Adventist Academy, Arroyo Grande

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Valley View Adventist Academy is a Seventh-day Adventist private K-10 Christian school in Arroyo Grande in San Luis Obispo County, situated between Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area, CA. Our staff are committed to providing quality education in a Christ-filled environment. 90% of our graduates go on to college.

Valley View Adventist Academy was established in 1911 and is owned and operated by the Seventh-Day Adventist Church for the purpose of providing quality Christian education. In addition to our high academic standards, we encourage children to grow spiritually, socially and physically.

Valley View Adventist Academy is accredited by Adventist Accrediting Association (AAA). We teach Biblical principals and encourage each student to explore the Bible themselves. We believe in Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior.

- We offer Kindergarten, Elementary and Middle school programs for boys and girls.

- Valley View Adventist Academy has a rich tradition of a quality holistic Christian education, focusing on the mental, physical, spiritual and emotional development of each student.

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5. Vistamar School, El Segundo

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Vistamar School is an independent high school in El Segundo in the South Bay Area of Los Angeles, governed by a self-perpetuating Board of Trustees. We pride ourselves in providing first-rate college preparatory academics, caring relationships, and a global perspective to our students.

Vistamar School empowers students, preparing them to contribute and excel in higher education and in life, and commits to a broad and balanced program that challenges and engages students, building their individual skills and inspiring a passion for learning.

Vistamar provides an intimate atmosphere that fosters initiative, responsibility, knowledge of self and connections to others, and diversity of thought and culture that encourages authentic exchange of perspectives, mutual respect and a mature understanding of the world. In their studies, in their work, and in their communities, Vistamar students will embrace lives of learning, integrity, and purpose.

- 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Grade (High School) Academic Programs include:

* English
* History (Humanities)
* Science
* Math
* Languages (Mandarin Chinese or Spanish or other mother tongue language classes)
* Seminars
* Music
* Drama
* Dance
* Graphic arts
* Plastic arts and more...

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6. West Hollywood Children's Academy

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West Hollywood Children's Academy offers year-round preschool, kindergarten and first grade programs in the West Hollywood Area of Los Angeles CA. We strive to provide children with a high quality academic program in a safe and nurturing environment. Intellectual, emotional, social, and physical development is the primary concern of the staff and the administration of West Hollywood Children’s Academy.

At West Hollywood Children's Academy, our basic philosophy has enabled the school to develop an atmosphere that stresses the right of each individual to be different and unique while developing confidence, mutual respect and a degree of co-operation, allowing each child to strive for higher academic achievements and to grow in self-esteem.

Education Programs (Preschool through Grade 1)

- Preschool program
- Kindergarten program
- First Grade program

- Our educational program teaches math skills emphasizing logical thinking, reading skills using phonics, and basic writing skills to strengthen the intellectual level of our children.

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7. Pacific Ridge School, Carlsbad

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Pacific Ridge School is an independent middle and high school for grades 7 -12 in Carlsbad in San Diego County, CA. Pacific Ridge School is fulfilling the need in Coastal North County for excellence in independent, college-preparatory and secondary education. Firmly rooted in academic excellence, Pacific Ridge School inspires and equips students to be lifelong learners who act with compassion and integrity. We are accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

We invite you to discover what is unique about Pacific Ridge School. Grounded in academic accomplishment, we promote both artistic and athletic achievement, while integrating our vision and our values in every aspect of our curriculum. As they explore assumptions from new perspectives and become aware of their role as members of a global community, students learn the importance of finding their pupose in life.

Education Programs:
- Middle School Program
- High School Program

* In addition to Academic Subjects such as Social and Community Studies, American Studies, Life Science, Conceptual Physics, Mathematics, English, French and Spanish, subjects such as Ethical Responsibility and Global Engagement play an important role in our Curriculum.

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8. The Highlands School

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The Highlands School, located in Irving (15 minutes west of downtown Dallas), Texas, is a fully accredited, private, Catholic, college preparatory, school offering grades PK–12. The rigorous college preparatory program of sciences, history, mathematics, literature, religion, and philosophy prepares students for the college or university of their choice. Students are guided in their study through lectures, small seminars, and laboratory work. The Highlands School embraces personalized attention with dedicated faculty in the Pre-K through twelfth grades.

The Highlands School was founded in 1986 and in 1999 became a fully accredited Catholic School by the Texas Catholic Conference Education Department (TCCED) and by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools in 2006 (SACS).

Lower School:
- PreK-Kindergarten
- Grades 1-5
- Lower School Enrichment Program

Middle School:
- Highly Qualified, Experienced Teachers
- Gender-Specific Classes
- Personalized Attention
- Individualized Goal-Setting

Upper School:
- Academic Excellence with personalized attention
- 100% College Placement
- AP Classes

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9. The Bush Centre For Ballet, Sandy Springs

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Located in Sandy Springs, Fulton County, Georgia, The Bush Centre For Ballet offers ballet and pointe lessons for children and adults, including pre-ballet I for 4-5 year olds, pre-ballet II for 5-7 year olds, ballet I & II for children of 8 years upwards as well as pointe lessons for children of 11 years upwards.

Classes are offered on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday afternoons & Saturday morning. Adult stretch class is on Wednesday morning. The Director Ms. Bush believes in creating a healthy environment in which students will learn to appreciate the history and various techniques of classical ballet.

Our children’s and teenager´s classes are designed to foster those skills appropriate to their age group and may incorporate respect, sharing, participation, leadership, listening, following directions and self-discipline. This is achieved through a methodology of instruction created by the Royal Academy of Dance in order to promote healthy and happy self-images in a fun, controlled class environment.

We provide summer dance camps in June and July for children ages 5-8, and 9-16 yrs. They include dance lessons, a ballet related craft project and movies of ballet performances.

- Ballet and Pointe Lessons for children from 4 to 18 years
- Classes are offered on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and
Thursday afternoons and Saturday mornings. Adult stretch
program offered on Wednesday mornings.
- Group Courses and Private Lessons
- Summer Dance Camps for 5 to 16 year olds

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10. Jan Peterson Child Development Center

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Jan Peterson Child Development Center in Moreno Valley in Riverside County is a supportive, nurturing environment offering programs to children from 6 weeks to 6 years. In this warm, secure and enriching setting, children share more than play, meals and rest. They also have fun exploring a range of programs and activities specifically designed by child development experts to help your child grow in every way – physically, mentally and emotionally.

At Jan Peterson Child Development Center, your child’s day includes intriguing learning activities that are carefully matched to his or her developmental level. Child development follows a predictable sequence- but there’s a unique timetable for each child. Every one of our activities is designed to cultivate your child’s emerging skills and abilities, strengthen self-confidence, and instill a natural lifetime love of learning.

The professionals we choose to work with your child are far more than caretakers or activity directors. Each one is selected for specialized knowledge, skill and experience in working with children- insprired by our director, an early childhood specialist with 20+ years of experience.

Child Development programs:

- Infant's program
(Age 6 weeks - 24 months)

- Preschool program
(Age 24 months- 3 years)

- Pre-Kindergarten program
(Age 4-5 years)

- Kindergarten program
(Age 5 years)

* Children will explore a variety of educational programs and activities created by child development experts to enhance your child's growth and development in a physical, mental and emotional way.