Aurora School

Elementary School in Oakland, CA
Elementary School in Oakland, CA Academic excellence is fostered in a spirited atmosphere of invention, curiosity and collaboration. We believe learning is an active, social, integrated process requiring each learner to construct experience of the world in a setting that fosters risk-taking, personal challenge and cooperative exploration. Perseverance, professionalism and high standards are the norm in every kind of our school experience. All kids come to school excited about learning.

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40 Dulwich Road
Oakland, CA
94618
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Aurora School
read moreAurora's most unique trait is our multi-graded classrooms. Grouping two grades in each classroom (Kindergarten and 1st, 2nd and 3rd, 4th and 5th), gives older students the opportunity to mentor, and younger students the benefit of receiving guidance from their peers. Whether students or teachers, parents or staff, our community practices kindness and inclusivity, and moves through the world with intention. We look forward to meeting you. Hear Aurora alumni Ava '17, Brian '10, Dash '16, Jonathan '12, and Sadie '19 share their thoughts on multi-graded classrooms and how prepared they were for middle school, along with their favorite memories from their time at Aurora.
About Us
read moreIt is a pleasure to welcome you to Aurora School, a home to heart-smart and head-smart students, nestled in the quiet residential neighborhood of Upper Rockridge in Oakland. Since 1988, Aurora School has intentionally been teaching 21st-century skills such as collaboration, communication, empathy, critical thinking, and creative expression. The power of being a small school allows us to get to get to know our community intimately, forming strong working partnerships with parents and students alike.
Specialist Classes at Aurora
read moreA vital part of our educational philosophy is giving children the time to pursue talents and interests with teachers who are specialists in their fields. Since our founding, we have been committed to educating the whole child and we approach our diverse specialist programs with the same attention to detail as our classroom curriculum. Our Specialist Teachers work closely with our Classroom Teachers to enrich the classroom experience. At Aurora, our art room motto is "Take Risks - Make Mistakes".
Extended Care
read moreExtended Care gives students of different ages opportunities to play together side-by-side and learn from one another what it means to step up as active allies and playmates. Our Extended Care Staff are regular employees of Aurora. There is no need to register for Extended Care. All Aurora students are welcome on any school day. Pre-registration is only required if you choose to enroll in the unlimited flat rate option, see payment options below for more info. There are two options: unlimited monthly flat rate or hourly drop in.
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