Admissions
Thank you for your interest in admission to Prospect Sierra School. The
links below will give you an overview of our school and its approach to
K-8 education; the links at left will guide you through the admissions
process.
About Prospect Sierra
Mission Statement
Curriculum
Faculty
Extended Day Program
Student Services
Governance
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About Prospect Sierra
Prospect Sierra School has been serving the educational needs of the
East Bay for over 25 years. The school currently enrolls over 450 students
on two well-equipped, and beautifully renovated campuses. The two-campus configuration
provides the resources of a large school while maintaining the feel of
a smaller one. The elementary school campus includes grades K-4 and the
middle school campus, grades 5-8.
The school offers a sequential K-8 program, blending rigorous academics
with an innovative curriculum. Students thrive in this supportive and
challenging environment and bring their confidence as learners to their
high school and college experiences.
Mission Statement
Prospect Sierra students are passionate about learning. Our exceptional teachers inspire students to seek deep, meaningful understanding; to develop strong academic skills; and to become creative and independent thinkers. Prospect Sierra cultivates compassion, fairness, respect, and individuality within a community that celebrates diversity, authenticity, and service.
Curriculum
The educational program at Prospect Sierra strongly emphasizes an integrated
curriculum based on a framework of established
themes. Mathematics, literature, writing, world language, art, music, science, social
studies, drama, physical education, and computer technology are incorporated
into a rich experience for each student. French and Spanish language
instruction begins in the fifth grade. Mandarin instruction is offered to all students in the AfterSchool Enrichment Program.
The project-based curriculum is designed to promote understanding and
thoughtfulness. Students are asked to think deeply and reflectively about
facts, ideas, and experiences. They are encouraged to make connections
between their learning at school and their growing awareness of the outside
world.
Faculty
The teachers at Prospect Sierra come from outstanding public and independent
schools across the country. They exemplify the passion for learning that
is the essence of our community. These dedicated educators bring to their
classrooms intelligence, a profound love of learning, and an appreciation
of the diverse ways children acquire knowledge. Recruiting teachers of
the highest caliber and supporting their continued professional development
are two of the school's top priorities.
The words of one Prospect Sierra teacher exemplify the spirit of our
faculty: “Every day I look forward to going to work because I am
a teacher. I love what I do and enjoy the challenge every day brings.”
Extended Day Program
Supervision of the schoolyard begins at 8 a.m. on both campuses. Early moring care is available from 7:30–8:00 a.m. for grades K–4
After dismissal, students may join our AfterSchool program, available until 6 p.m. Students participate in outdoor
sports and games, crafts, quiet activities, and a dedicated homework time. They can also
enroll in AfterSchool enrichment classes such as Carpentry, Tennis, Jewelrymaking, Mandarin, Ceramics, Computers,
Chess, African Dance, Hip-Hop, Music, Japanese, Science, Lego Engineering, Capoeira, Digital Filmmaking, and Car Design. An interscholastic sports program is open
to students in the sixth, seventh and eighth grades.
Student Services
Personal and academic counseling at Prospect Sierra is supported throughout the school by our teaching faculty, advisory program, six part-time credentialed Learning Specialists, a licensed Psychologist, and a High School Placement Advisor.
Governance
Prospect Sierra is a non-profit corporation governed by a Board
of Trustees that establishes policies to ensure the school's progress
and plan for its future, but assigns the day-to-day management to the
Head of School.
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