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Application Process

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While the application process has multiple steps, we're here to help. Here is a quick checklist to ensure that you have completed all of the required steps.

 

  • Schedule a campus tour by calling or emailing Gavriel Elkind, Admissions Associate, at (415) 406-1035 x1008 or gelkind@bhds.org.
  • For Kindergarten applicants: sign up for our “Just for Kindergarten 2013” Open House event on Wednesday, November 7 from 6:30-8:30 pm by emailing Gavriel Elkind at gelkind@bhds.org
  • For Middle School applicants: sign up for our “All about Middle School 2013” Open House event on Thursday, February 7, 2013 from 6:30-8:30 pm by emailing Gavriel Elkind at gelkind@bhds.org.
Apply online by January 15, 2013
  1. Complete the top portion of the Student Evaluation Form and give to applicant’s current teacher
  2. For grades 1-8, provide report cards, narrative reports and standardized tests for the last two years as well as any other pertinent information.
  3. Include recent photo of applicant (optional)
  4. Submit $100 application fee (nonrefundable)
Apply for tuition assistance (if applicable)
  • We will contact you to schedule a parent interview, and a Kindergarten screening date or a grade 1-8 student school visit date

Grades K-8 Admission Dates

  • Application deadline - Tuesday, January 15, 2013; decision letters mailed March 14, 2013.

Please note: for grades 1-8, late applications will be considered only on a space-available basis.

 

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Important!

In cooperation with other Bay Area independent K-8 schools, admission notifications will be mailed on March 14, 2013.

Non Discrimination Policy

BHDS admits students of any race or color, any national or ethnic origin, to all the activities and programs of the school and with the rights and privileges of all students.

It does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its admissions, educational, flexible tuition, or employment policies and programs.

Upon the request of an applicant and to the extent reasonably possible, the school will attempt to provide appropriate accommodations in the application and interview process.