In everything we do, we strive to find an equitable path forward. As we share in our Core Values - we believe in an affordable education with tuition based on need and an ability to pay. We aim to offer the full Golden Bridges experience at a cost that takes into consideration the financial challenges of living in San Francisco alongside the sustainability and well-being of the school organization and teacher salaries.
Families from all economic backgrounds are welcome at Golden Bridges.Sustainable TuitionThe Board of Trustees for Golden Bridges School set tuition for the 2022-2023. At these levels, our budget can provide an equitable amount of Tuition Assistance to nearly 50% of our families (using 20-25% of annual budget).
2022-2023 Tuition Tumbleweed 3-day Preschool: $16,500 Tumbleweed is a half day outdoor program, 8:30-1:00pm, 3 days a week. Dandelion and Blackberry 5-day Preschool: $27,500 Dandelion and Blackberry preschool classes operate 8:30-1:00pm, 5 days a week. Kindergarten - 8th Grade: $30,000 Tuition includes all school supplies, art materials, and field trips. Children bring their own food and snacks though food preparation and sharing is integrated into all early childhood programs and most Grades classes on farm days. After School Program
Preschool Aftercare
K-4 Aftercare and Grades 5-8 After School Programs Monday - Friday, until 5:30pm. |
"We feel that this approach is not just so that our individual children can grow and be successful, but rather that this type of education benefits humanity as a whole. And that's what we want to bring and share within this community of Golden Bridges."
— Golden Bridges Parent |
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To apply for financial aide, each family - returning and new - must complete an application using the online platform FAST. Each applicant is asked to provide detailed financial information and to supply related tax forms for verification: 2020 form 1040, 2018 1040, and W2.
The application must be completed by January 15, 2022 to be considered. Part of the FAST application asks the family to make a tuition offering. Once all Tuition Assistance applications have been received, the administration will seek to balance the needs of the individual families and the tuition assistance budget. This will likely require a further conversation, either over the phone or in person, to determine a tuition that is sustainable for everyone. Admission is not contingent on financial need. Financial information is NOT shared with the Admissions Committee. The Admissions Committee (Faculty Members) submits acceptance recommendations to the Administration where tuition assistance is then allocated. NOTE: Tuition Assistance award is contingent upon the verification of tax information. |
NEW APPLICANTS
November-January 15, 2022
January 15, 2022
February
March 8, 2022
March 16, 2022
March 25, 2022
April 15, 2022
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RE-ENROLLING FAMILIES
November-January 15, 2022
January 15, 2022
January -February 2022
February 6, 2022
February 14, 2022
April 15, 2022
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Golden Bridges School
415-912-8666 info@goldenbridgesschool.org 503 Cambridge Street. San Francisco, CA 94134 |
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