The Fairhaven School is modeled after the Sudbury Valley School in Massachusetts, established in 1968. The philosophy behind the school comes from the idea of preparing students for real life through building strong character traits. The school does not provide transportation. The school year runs from September through June. Students ages 5 to 19 attend classes.
Fairhaven offers Play Time for children 3 to 5 and their parents on Tuesdays from 10am to noon at a nominal cost.
Alternatives for Children is a special education school for children 6 weeks to 5 years of age. It offers an early intervention program, as well as daycare and preschool classes. Education services, speech therapy, occupational therapy, social worker services, music and dance therapy, vision services and more are also available.
Northwest Liberty School is a private secondary school that offers a wide range of options for students in a setting that helps students achieve personal and academic goals. The school offers numerous types of classes and programs, including online courses, AP classes, honors classes and independent study courses. Some classes include work in math, English, science, fine arts and physical education. Tutoring and study labs are available and the school offers full-time education, as well as GED prep and college and career counseling.
Established in 1969, Holden High is an alternative school that provides a safe and supportive learning community for adolescents who thrive in a less traditional and more empowering educational environment. Holden also offers counseling services for individuals and families.
The school recommends that prospective students and parents call to arrange a free tour or attend one of the school's Information Nights. Prospective students can also opt for an in-depth tour week ($250). For information on school timings, visit the school Web site.
Village High School was established in 1978 for students who struggled in Pleasanton's other comprehensive high schools. Students here may have had academic and disciplinary issues. The school has around 200 students, which allows for smaller class sizes. Character education and technology usage in learning is key at this school.
One of it's more well-known programs is Culinary Arts Career Pathway, which allows students to run and contribute to a catering business. The school has been recognized as a "Model Continuation High School" several times by the state. Funds from Measure B, which voters passed in 1997, helped to build a new and renovated facility.
The school is located on the Pleasanton Unified School District site. The principal is Greg Giglio.
