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Peninsula School offers a unique approach to learning through its multi-age group classes and grade-free learning. With a focus on social and emotional learning, students are given opportunities for self-evaluation, self-improvement, and to discover their passions and develop their skills at their own pace. Parents seeking non-traditional, skills-based, and experiential education for their children choose Peninsula.
Ranked among the top 20% of private schools in California, Peninsula School has an acceptance rate of 50%. Admissions decisions are based on the overall fit of your child and your whole family. We can help you build a strong profile with the following application requirements:
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3. Admissions Interview
4. Parent Statement
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Address: 920 Peninsula Way, Menlo Park, CA 94025
Peninsula School Admissions Website: https://www.peninsulaschool.org/admissionsoverview
Student Population: 252
Average Class Size: 18-21
Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
Admission Events: School Tour
September 16, 2025 | 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
September 18, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
October 8, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 12-00 PM
October 29, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
November 7, 2025 | 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
November 19, 2025 | 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
December 10, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 12-30 PM
September Events
Parents Place Private School Fair
Sunday, 9/14 | 10 am-2 pm
School Overview, Tour, & Panel Discussion
Friday, 9/26 | 11 am-12:30 pm
October Events
Learning Support Team Presentation
Fri, 10/3 | 9-10 am
School Overview, Tour, & Panel Discussion
Thu, 10/16 | 11 am-12:30 pm
Preschool & Kindergarten Open House
Sun, 10/26 | 10 am-12 pm
Lower School (K-4th) Program Presentation (Zoom)
Wed, 10/29 | 7-8 pm
Middle School (5th-8th) Program Presentation (Zoom)
Thu, 10/30 | 7-8 pm
November Events
Sat, 11/15
Schoolwide Open House for Preschool-8th
– Preschool: 10 am-12 pm
– Kindergarten-8th: 11 am-1 pm
Program Team Presentation: Peninsula’s Principles of Progressive Education
Date TBD
December Events
Lower School Presentation
Tue, 12/2 | 12-1 pm
Optional 30-minute Campus Tour to follow
Middle School Presentation
Wed, 12/3 | 12-1 pm
Optional 30-minute Campus Tour to follow
Peninsula’s Craft Fair – All Are Welcome!
Sun, 12/7 | 11 am-3 pm
School Overview, Tour, & Panel Discussion
Wed, 12/10 | 11 am-12:30 pm
All About Preschool Presentation
Mon, 12/15 | Time TBD
All About Kindergarten Presentation
Tue, 12/16 | Time TBD
January Events
Prospective Parent Drop-In Coffee
Thu, 1/8/2025 | 9:30-11 am
Application Deadline: 1/9/2026
Testing Policy: For more information, please visit the school’s website.
Essay Questions: Applications require a parent questionnaire to be answered, which can be found on the admissions portal.
Interview Importance: High