Almaden Country School
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Almaden Country School
6835 Trinidad Drive
San Jose, CA 95120
6835 Trinidad Drive
San Jose, CA 95120
Categories: Elementary & Secondary Schools, Preschool, Private Schools, Schools, Schools Nursery & Kindergarten Academic
Almaden Country School is a independent, preschool, kindergarten, elementary and middle school.
Almaden Country School is a private, nonsectarian preschool, kindergarten, elementary and middle school located in Almaden Valley in San Jose, California.
At ACS we strive to be more than simply an outstanding independent school. We work to be your personal school — that unique place where your child’s own unlimited potential drives the creation of a personalized learning experience.
Almaden Country School promotes the belief that children learn best when instruction is age-appropriate, highly individualized, and joyful. Within a rigorous and time-tested curriculum, efforts are made to reduce unnecessary pressure to perform and to minimize competition in the primary grades.
In addition to core subjects, specialist teachers provide enrichment instruction to students in preschool through eighth grade in drama, science, art, music, French, and P.E. In the middle school, electives in foreign languages, technology, humanities, performing and visual arts are selected by students to add to the core academic curriculum .Almaden Country School aims to provide a range of learning opportunities in a broad, balanced liberal arts and sciences curriculum.
Our class sizes are small, with kindergarten classes of about 15 students, elementary classes at 20-22, and middle school courses ranging from 6-24 children. Country School maintains a student/teacher ratio of 9:1.
For over three decades, our approach has proven itself at ACS by shaping learners who transition successfully to selective high schools and colleges. Some of the school’s first graduates are now enrolling their own children, and 75 percent of new applicants come as a result of testimonials from current parents.
To schedule your personal tour and learn firsthand how your child can gain an exceptional learning experience, call us today.
Keywords: Middle school, elementary school, preschool, kindergarden, developmental, private school, junior high, San Jose,
Almaden Country School is a private, nonsectarian preschool, kindergarten, elementary and middle school located in Almaden Valley in San Jose, California.
At ACS we strive to be more than simply an outstanding independent school. We work to be your personal school — that unique place where your child’s own unlimited potential drives the creation of a personalized learning experience.
Almaden Country School promotes the belief that children learn best when instruction is age-appropriate, highly individualized, and joyful. Within a rigorous and time-tested curriculum, efforts are made to reduce unnecessary pressure to perform and to minimize competition in the primary grades.
In addition to core subjects, specialist teachers provide enrichment instruction to students in preschool through eighth grade in drama, science, art, music, French, and P.E. In the middle school, electives in foreign languages, technology, humanities, performing and visual arts are selected by students to add to the core academic curriculum .Almaden Country School aims to provide a range of learning opportunities in a broad, balanced liberal arts and sciences curriculum.
Our class sizes are small, with kindergarten classes of about 15 students, elementary classes at 20-22, and middle school courses ranging from 6-24 children. Country School maintains a student/teacher ratio of 9:1.
For over three decades, our approach has proven itself at ACS by shaping learners who transition successfully to selective high schools and colleges. Some of the school’s first graduates are now enrolling their own children, and 75 percent of new applicants come as a result of testimonials from current parents.
To schedule your personal tour and learn firsthand how your child can gain an exceptional learning experience, call us today.
Keywords: Middle school, elementary school, preschool, kindergarden, developmental, private school, junior high, San Jose,
Customer Reviews for Almaden Country School
Jincy & Beach on 1/2/2012 7:18:57 PM
ML on 6/23/2008
BB on 6/23/2008
Kali Schlieman on 6/23/2008
TGB on 7/14/2008
JDW on 7/24/2008
LR on 8/1/2008
TCR on 10/27/2008
Roland on 11/25/2008
Vikki Bowes-Mok on 11/25/2008
HB Mok on 6/12/2009
Scott Reimert on 6/11/2015 3:56:27 PM
Jincy & Beach on 1/2/2012 7:18:57 PM
Almaden Country School is incredible. We've been at the school for three years, with two children enrolled. Here is a letter I wrote to the ACS Head of School last week:
I wanted to share with you how ACS has been impacting my life in the past 24-48 hours in a positive way.
I know it's a testament to the culture and leadership of ACS thanks to you, your staff and students.
1- My son attended pre-school with a different organization last year. Each morning he would ask if he had school. If he heard "yes" he would moan woefully and drag himself out of bed. This same kid now pops out of bed in the morning, well into the school year, and is consistently VERY excited to be going to class. That includes today after a not so good nights sleep. Thanks goes to his fabulous teachers.
2-My daughter has a love of learning that is so incredibly joyful to watch. She LOVES to read and grabs books off of shelves whenever she can. She enjoys math and talks highly of the fun she has in class solving problems. Tonight, at Whole Foods, we had dinner before heading to her Starmites recital. She ate her dinner quickly just so she could read me a book. As she read it, she was laughing at the story and picking up the humor and nuance of the characters and situations. She would rather read than eat! Her love of learning is the product of the ACS teachers who have touched her life these past three years.
3- Tonight, just before the Starmites concert, I came upon the drama director. She had just taken an unfortunate tumble in the parking lot. She was banged up but with the help of your admissions officer, who was working late in the office, she was taken care of. The other drama teacher let the Starmites know what had happened and called upon them to lead themselves in the hand movements for the concert (since their director was unable to do so). The students were concerned for their injured teacher and yet took on their new responsibility very well. They wanted to make her proud.
4- As the Starmites entered the auditorium they were thrilled to see their director, sitting in her chair, ready to lead them. I know 20 year olds who would've gone home after half the tumble she endured. The show went on, without a hitch, and the students are parents were thrilled.
There are jobs, professions and callings.
When I see how excited my kids are to attend ACS, when I interact with parents and students who are thrilled to be with ACS and then get to see, first hand, the dedication of your staff... I know that my kids, and all the students of ACS, are lucky enough to be surrounded by people answering their calling. That is awesome and inspiring.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Beach
ML on 6/23/2008
Our sons have been attending ACS since preschool and we are extremely pleased with the developmental approach to learning that is core to the school’s philosophy. The learning environment is safe, which encourages children to challenge themselves without the risk of being judged. We have witnessed our boys’ self-confidence emerge and blossom as a result. The school’s enrichment programs--which include drama--along with the small class sizes are part of what make this school so special. Although the school is non-sectarian, our family also enjoys a great sense of community that comes from the high level of participation of so many like-minded parents. We plan on keeping our sons in ACS through 8th grade. The school is simply a wonderful foundation for future success no matter how you measure it: academically or socially.
BB on 6/23/2008
We have been extremely pleased with the educational experience our children have received at Almaden Country School. My daughter started in the 4-year olds program seven years ago. She'll be entering 8th grade in the fall. We also have a son entering 6th grade. Both kids have enjoyed learning and going to school. They have not only grown academically but also as people, since the curriculum is rounded out with various enrichment classes like drama, music, art and such. We like that the environment is nurturing and a little less "worldly" than at some schools, in that the children are able to hang onto their childhood a bit longer. ACS is well-worth the tuition.
Kali Schlieman on 6/23/2008
We have a son entering third grade and a daughter leaving the pre-K program and entering Kindergarten at ACS. We see in our kids the things we noticed in the children we observed when we were touring ACS four years ago: joyful spirit, self-confidence, and a love for learning. The families are a lot of fun to be around (which makes volunteering a blast, even for the Dads!) and our entire family continues to nurture fantastic friendships with more people each year. Kids at ACS develop an inquisitiveness for life and learning while developing and respecting early-on their role as community members and team players. We love this school.
TGB on 7/14/2008
You have to visit ACS and see the students, to appreciate it! From the youngest to the oldest, the children are happy, they feel safe and valued, they are really confident, and they enjoy learning. We like that the curriculum includes drama at every level (maybe that’s in part why the children are so poised), foreign language, and hands-on science. We also believe in the strong emphasis on citizenship and family, and love the closeness of the families at school. The other parents really made us feel at home in our first year and it hasn’t stopped since. Don’t expect to be wowed by the campus, though. It’s older, and the facilities are just adequate compared to some of the other area schools with brand new buildings, but the teachers are fabulous and our daughter is happier than she’s ever been – she looks forward to school every day! The academics are solid at ACS, and the program gets more demanding starting in about third grade, but there is not a lot of emphasis or pressure or competition for grades and test scores, which we like – what they’re doing works though. This year, I think every eighth grader who applied to Presentation, Bellarmine, and Notre Dame got in! But for sure, you need to go to the school, and see the happy children, to have a glimpse of what makes ACS special compared with the other schools in the area.
JDW on 7/24/2008
Our family has had 3 children in ACS. Our daughter graduated 2 years ago and was accepted into the honours program at a private respected high school. The ACS graduates are very well prepared for high school and are considered "top of the class" by many high schools. My child in elementary school thrives with experienced teachers, a hands on active curriculm and a safe understanding environment. The Middle School has acheived a balance of being demanding, to teach self reliance, responsibilty and high academics, while still being understanding of developing children.
LR on 8/1/2008
Our daughter will be starting her 6th year at Almaden Country School in September. We are extremely pleased with every aspect of her development as a result of attending this wonderful school. ACS offers the perfect combination of developmentally-appropriate academics, comprehensive enrichment programs (art, science, P.E., drama, foreign language, music, etc.), individual attention, community spirit and parental involvement. Our daughter is ALWAYS happy to go to school - and we are always happy to become involved in the various volunteer opportunities that exist. It is a happy, warm, welcoming place to be. There is a quality that exists at this school that is hard to find elsewhere... an actual joy of learning! We are confident that ACS is preparing our child for a successful future in every way.
TCR on 10/27/2008
Our children have been taught by excellent teachers who provide a safe and caring environment where our children have learned to think critically and creatively and to love learning. I expected that ACS would teach my children the rigorous academics that are required to keep them competitive with other children from this area and I have not been disappointed. But I have been pleasantly surprised at the emphasis on teaching students how to plan their projects, take notes and organize their time. The material becomes more demanding as the students progress through the grades and the students are prepared to successfully take on projects of increased complexity and as a result, I believe they will be prepared to handle the very challenging loads that they will face in high school.
Roland on 11/25/2008
Almaden Country School (ACS) is the most exceptional place! Our daughter is a fountain of possibilities. After horrific experiences with the local public school system here in San Jose we searched for a school that would allow our daughter to reach her full potential and still experience the joys of childhood. ACS has provided that and more. ACS offers excellence in science, language, art, drama, and music.
The teachers are wonderful, dedicated people who genuinely love their work and the children. We find all of the administration, staff, and faculty to be of exceptional quality. They are exceedingly dedicated to the "Country School Way" and are focused on bringing out "the gift in every child".
If you want the best education and preparation for life for your child PLEASE check out ACS. They have several Open House events per year that will astound you with their dedicated teachers and parents!
Dr. Ole Jorgenson is new to ACS this year as Head of School. He brings an amazing amount of experience, talent, and success from his previous work.
If you want to know more, look at their website, call the school, and come to an Open House event.
Vikki Bowes-Mok on 11/25/2008
I've lived in San Jose for more than a decade and had heard nothing but amazing things about Almaden Country School but now I understand why. My daughter is in kindergarten and we are constantly impressed by every aspect of the school. From the strong academics to the incredible enrichment programs, this school offers a warm, caring environment where kids get to be kids. The teachers are passionate, the parents involved and the kids thriving; what more could a parent want?
HB Mok on 6/12/2009
We picked Almaden because we believe children need to be in an environment that nurtures their creativity, instead of only teaching reading and math. Our world is changing so fast we can't possibly know what kinds of careers will be important in the future, so it's critical that children learn how to think (versus how to take a test). Almaden focuses on a love of learning that is geared specifically to each child's type of intelligence. We couldn't be happier.
Scott Reimert on 6/11/2015 3:56:27 PM
My daughter recently graduated from ACS (8th grade), after attending from 3rd grade. When I first read about ACS, I was impressed with their approach toward education -- it isn't just academics, it's partnering with the parents to raise a person with integrity, responsibility, self-determination and respect for self and others. Over the years, I found that approach to be unwavering.
If I were to go back to my daughter's third-grade year and have the opportunity select a school for her based on what I know now, I would select ACS again without hesitation.
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Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Almaden Country School was founded in 1982. With a growing number of alumni in their adult years, more and more are choosing to send their children to ACS.
What is your primary product or service?
We are a private Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary and Middle school focusing on providing strong academics, broad enrichment classes and a differentiated education. All of this along with a strong partnership with families helps us discover the gifts in every child.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Almaden Country School was founded in 1982 by Mrs. Nan Hunter. When Mrs. Hunter realized that none of the various schools in the Almaden Valley fully tapped the talents of her own children by conventional models of schooling, she decided to create an academic program in which teachers tailor classroom instruction to the learning styles and interests of individual students. Decades before "differentiation" and "multiple intelligences" became buzzwords in the education profession, teachers at Almaden Country School first put these concepts into action.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Signature instructional programs at the school include drama (all elementary students participate each year in musical theater performances), character education, and inquiry-based science. The school offers field trip opportunities for students at every grade level, and children in grades 4-8 participate in overnight excursions such as a mining camp re-enactment, science camp in Yosemite, environmental camp on Catalina Island, and a visit to historic sites on the East Coast in eighth grade. Parental involvement is another feature of Almaden Country School. ACS parents volunteer in support of many school-wide events, activities, excursions, and service projects.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
Almaden Country School has one site with no current plans to expand.
Provide detailed directions to your location
We are located on Trinidad Drive, just off the Almaden Expressway. Trinidad Drive is about 3 miles south of the junction between Highway 85 and Almaden Expressway.
What type of payments do you accept?
We accept credit cards (Mastercard, Visa, American Express) for application fees, enrollment deposits and online giving. Tuition and extended care are paid through checks or electronic fund transfers.
Which areas do you service?
Families at our school come from the Almaden Valley, Willow Glen, Los Gatos, Silver Creek/Evergreen, and other south San Jose communities.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Almaden Country School is a not for profit organization governed by a Board of Trustees and managed by a Head of School.
What are your hours of operation?
The elementary and middle school day is from 8am to 3pm. Preschool and Jr. Kindergarten classes that are from 8am to 12am. The school office is open from 7:30am to 4:30pm. Extended care is available until 6 pm for all students.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
Parents marvel that we achieve a challenging program without students experiencing stress.
Almaden Country School was founded in 1982. With a growing number of alumni in their adult years, more and more are choosing to send their children to ACS.
What is your primary product or service?
We are a private Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary and Middle school focusing on providing strong academics, broad enrichment classes and a differentiated education. All of this along with a strong partnership with families helps us discover the gifts in every child.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Almaden Country School was founded in 1982 by Mrs. Nan Hunter. When Mrs. Hunter realized that none of the various schools in the Almaden Valley fully tapped the talents of her own children by conventional models of schooling, she decided to create an academic program in which teachers tailor classroom instruction to the learning styles and interests of individual students. Decades before "differentiation" and "multiple intelligences" became buzzwords in the education profession, teachers at Almaden Country School first put these concepts into action.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Signature instructional programs at the school include drama (all elementary students participate each year in musical theater performances), character education, and inquiry-based science. The school offers field trip opportunities for students at every grade level, and children in grades 4-8 participate in overnight excursions such as a mining camp re-enactment, science camp in Yosemite, environmental camp on Catalina Island, and a visit to historic sites on the East Coast in eighth grade. Parental involvement is another feature of Almaden Country School. ACS parents volunteer in support of many school-wide events, activities, excursions, and service projects.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
Almaden Country School has one site with no current plans to expand.
Provide detailed directions to your location
We are located on Trinidad Drive, just off the Almaden Expressway. Trinidad Drive is about 3 miles south of the junction between Highway 85 and Almaden Expressway.
What type of payments do you accept?
We accept credit cards (Mastercard, Visa, American Express) for application fees, enrollment deposits and online giving. Tuition and extended care are paid through checks or electronic fund transfers.
Which areas do you service?
Families at our school come from the Almaden Valley, Willow Glen, Los Gatos, Silver Creek/Evergreen, and other south San Jose communities.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Almaden Country School is a not for profit organization governed by a Board of Trustees and managed by a Head of School.
What are your hours of operation?
The elementary and middle school day is from 8am to 3pm. Preschool and Jr. Kindergarten classes that are from 8am to 12am. The school office is open from 7:30am to 4:30pm. Extended care is available until 6 pm for all students.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
Parents marvel that we achieve a challenging program without students experiencing stress.
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