Frequently Asked Questions

What is your birthday cut-off for kindergarten eligibility?
Any child who turns 5 before September 1, 2008 can apply to our kindergarten. Because we offer a combination K/1 classroom we are looking for a variety of readiness skills and will assess applicants at a play date.

What time does the school day begin and end? The school day begins at 8:40 A.M. for grades K–5. For grades 6–8, the school day begins at 8:30 A.M. All classes are dismissed at 3:00 P.M.

Do you have an after-school program, or before-school care? For an additional cost, children can arrive at school beginning at 7:45 A.M. This is included in the Extended Day Program. This program is also available immediately after dismissal until 6:00 P.M. An annual contract is available for after-school care and drop in students can be enrolled on a per diem basis by their parents with a written request.

Where do the children eat lunch? On most days our students eat lunch in their classroom. Teachers help facilitate a friendly and constructive environment. All students bring lunches from home or parents have the option of Kid Chow for Mondays and Wednesdays. Fridays we offer the option of a hot lunch program as a fundraiser for our 7th and 8th grade Yosemite trip.

Are there sports teams at Kittredge? Yes, grades 6–8 participate in a co-ed league that includes cross-country and volleyball in the fall, basketball in the winter, and futsal (indoor soccer) in the spring. All grades have P.E. daily during the school day.

How often do the students leave campus? Our students go on field trips at the discretion of each teacher. K-3rd grades usually average one field trip a month. Grades 7 and 8 go to Yosemite Institute for a week each February.

How can I get involved in the Kittredge community? There are many ways to participate in our school community. Parents help in the classrooms, drive on field trips, get involved in the Parents’ Association and plan or organize events, as well as volunteer to attend our open houses and play dates. All forms of parent involvement are on a volunteer basis.

What does it cost to attend Kittredge? Our 2007–2008 tuition is $12,950 for grades K–5 and $13,700 for grades 6–8. Tuition is set each January for the following year, and it increases every year.

What are my payment options? All families pay a $1000.00 deposit to hold their child’s place. The deposit is applied toward the following year’s tuition and is non-refundable. Families can pay the remaining tuition in one, two, or ten installments. The single payment plan requires payment in full in July. The two-installment plan requires 50% of the tuition in July and the remaining 50% in January. The ten-installment plan requires monthly payments beginning in July and ending in April. The two and the ten payment plans require enrollment in FACTS Tuition Management, an electronic funds transfer program, and have additional fees.

What additional costs can I expect? Most costs, such as books, field trips and school materials are included in your child's tuition. Starting in grade 4, families are expected to purchase a short list of supplies over the summer. Families with children on our sports teams are often asked to help defray the cost of refs and gym rentals. Also 7th and 8th grade families are asked to help with the cost of a week at Yosemite Institute. Nobody is denied participation due to funds.

What kinds of events and activities can I expect to be a part of if my family joins the Kittredge community? In September all families are invited to our fall picnic. This is a time to get to know the teachers, staff, and other families in the school. There is also a Back-to-School Night in the fall for parents to get acquainted with their child’s teacher and classroom expectations. Our Holiday Happening, right before winter break, is a wonderful evening of games, crafts and food at school for the whole family. One evening each spring we hold an all-school talent show at a local theater, and in May we hold our annual dinner and auction. There are also several all school field trips and barbecues that families are invited to attend during school hours.

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