Pinewood School is a K-12 college preparatory school in Los Altos, CA, providing IEP support and specialized learning programs.
Pinewood School is a co-educational, nonsectarian college preparatory day school serving students from Kindergarten through 12th grade. The school provides a nurturing and supportive environment designed to foster critical thinking and self-motivation. With a student-teacher ratio of approximately 7:1 and maximum class sizes of eighteen, the school offers the small-group setting necessary for personalized academic attention.
Recognizing the diverse needs of its student body, Pinewood offers specialized support including Special Education services, Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and developmental support. The school's faculty, many of whom hold advanced degrees, are equipped to provide therapeutic services and specialized assistance to help students navigate their unique learning profiles within a rigorous academic framework.
Located in the heart of Silicon Valley across campuses in Los Altos and Los Altos Hills, Pinewood serves a diverse community of students. The school is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and is a member of the NAIS. Admissions are available via rolling basis or specific deadlines in January and May, with an annual tuition of approximately $28,160.
At a Glance
GradesKindergarten-12
Students595
Class Size15:1 ratio
Tuition$28,160
Est.1959
DeadlineJan. 15 / May. 1 / rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1959 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $28,160 |
| Total Students | 595 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 84 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 25 |
| Average Class Size | 15 |
| Grades Offered | Kindergarten-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Lisa Longbottom |
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 15 / May. 1 / rolling |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Special EducationIndividualized Education ProgramsSpecial Needs SupportTherapeutic ServicesDevelopmental Support
Learning Programs Supported
Special EducationIndividualized Education ProgramsSpecial Needs SupportTherapeutic ServicesDevelopmental Support
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Matriculation DataView data
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Cross Country · Flag Football · Football · Golf · Soccer · Softball · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) |
| School Calendar | www.pinewood.edu/calendar |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Average SAT Score | 1380 |