Our son is entering 1st grade at HB this year and he really likes it there. He was very shy entering the school and he has really blossomed. I would recommend the school to anyone. The campus is wonderful and the faculty are very nice and helpful.
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Posted by a parent on 07/27/09
My daughter has been at HB for 4 years. She absolutely loves school. HB is a fabulous environment to self-expression, critical thinking, making inferences and analyzing the world. The teachers are beyond involved! Calling home to tell kids that they had a great day or noticed something special. The whole
... Read more child is addressed and all subjects are equally weighted. Love that my daughter has PE, Music, Art, Science and Language by specialists 3 plus days per week. Only drawback is lack of diversity. But that goes with being in Los Gatos. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/21/09
We have two children at Hillbrook and could not be more delighted with the school. Our children are challenged academically and are being taught to think outside the box and how to analyze issues. As a result, the children are engaged and really happy to be attending the school. The art, science,
... Read more music, language and PE programs are fantastic and part of an integrated curriculum as opposed to being tacked onto a busy day. We genuinely feel fortunate that our children are getting this amazing education at the same time that we have met a great group of fellow parents. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/15/09
Our family has been at Hillbrook for 5 years. Both of my children love school from day one. The program is a rigorous mix of core academics, science, foreign language, art, music, PE, outdoor education, and service learning. One can readily see that not only the children love being in school, the
... Read more teachers enjoy teaching there. The school atmosphere is a welcoming one; a sense of community permeates. Not only are our children thriving at the school, we also enjoy many new friendships since joining the school. Hillbrook is a great match for our entire family. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/27/09
My older son was well prepared by Hillbrook to attend an all boy's private high school. The beauty was that he enjoyed every minute and learned while doing. Whether it is hands-on science, the fabulous PE program, art classes that inspire a non-artist, history which comes alive . . . the school has
... Read more been a perfect match for our two children. The teaching staff is top-shelf - inspirational, educational and truly create a fabulous learning environment. For my active learners, a school with desks all lined up in a row would have restricted their learning. It's been a great community for our the entire family - not just the kids. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/23/09
Our children have attended Hillbrook for many years. Academics, athletics and arts are all outstanding. Academics are presented in such a way that kids enjoy the learning - they love going to school every day, love doing their homework, can't wait to return in the fall. You can't beat the campus for
... Read more a safe, nurturing and wonderful childhood experience. The trick with Hillbrook, as with any school, is that it needs to be the right fit for your child and your family. If you want traditional, rote learning, you might be better elsewhere. If you want your child to become a thinker and learner, this might be the right choice. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/22/09
My children went here for four years. We found the academics to be weak. They don't let you see your child's standardized test scores until the fall when you have already reenrolled for another year. We had several long term substitutes while we were there.
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Posted by a parent on 03/20/09
A wonderful opportunity for a student to grow and develop in a supportive environment. Not only are there strong academic programs, but the arts and physical education are also included in the curriculum.Caring supportive teachers and administrators complete the school experience.
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Posted by a parent on 11/17/05
I actually attended this school for elementary school long ago. Since then I have been involved in it's fundraising programs. Their motto tells it all: Do your best! Begining in 1st grade, each student is exposed to foreign languages, art, music, theater, and more. The campus is beautiful, the
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Posted by a former student on 02/14/05
This is a wonderful school for my two kids. The setting in Los Gatos is picture perfect. The school environment is one where kids feel safe, secure and are instructed with very well qualified teachers. Kids have music, art, computers, science, woodshop, pottery, and foreign languages. Class sizes
... Read more are small with 18 kids or less per class. Difficulty of instruction is tailored to your childs ability and they will be challenged. Parent involvement is encouraged and is widely visible. Parents are also able to communicate with teachers via email with almost immediate responses. Overall, a very good choice in private education. The only drawback is that it only goes through eigth grade. Read less
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Los Gatos schools — Hillbrook School is located at 300 Marchmont Dr, Los Gatos CA 95032. 300 Marchmont Dr is in the 95032 ZIP code in Los Gatos, CA Hillbrook School is a Private school that serves grade levels K - 8.
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