FAQs

• Nursery: 3 years old by September 1 of the entry year
• Early Kindergarten: 4 years old by September 1
• Kindergarten: 5 years old by September 1

No. Berkeley Hall does not require or accept the ISEE for admission. Visit our Apply page to learn more about the application process.

Yes! You’re welcome to begin your application at any time. That said, visiting campus is the best way to experience the warmth and spirit of Berkeley Hall firsthand. We offer a number of ways to visit campus, but virtually and in-person. Check out the Visit page for more information.

Yes, space permitting. We’re happy to speak with families interested in transferring during the school year to determine if there is an appropriate fit and availability in your child's grade.

Yes, Berkeley Hall is authorized by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) to issue I-20 forms for eligible international students. While we welcome applicants from around the world, we do not offer homestay placements or boarding facilities. It is our strong preference that international students live with a parent or close relative during their time at Berkeley Hall, to best support their academic and personal development.

Very! Community is central to the Berkeley Hall experience, and it’s our sincere hope that grown ups feel they’re joining the BHS family just as much as their children are. Our Berkeley Hall Parents Association (BHPA) offers a wide range of volunteer opportunities, community-building events, and meaningful ways to get involved. There’s a place for every parent here.

No, Berkeley Hall is not a religious school. What you will find is a community rooted in shared values like respect, compassion, honesty, and responsibility. These are at the heart of our weekly Bobcat Assemblies and woven into daily life on campus.

While our founders were inspired by their Christian Science background, religion is not taught in the classroom and Berkeley Hall is not affiliated with any faith tradition. We are proud that our community members come from a wide range of cultural, ethnic, racial and religious backgrounds.

Berkeley Hall currently offers:

• One class per grade from Nursery through 5th Grade
• Two sections per grade in 6th through 8th Grade

Our single-section model in Nursery through 3rd Grade is intentionally designed to nurture close relationships between students and teachers, foster a strong sense of belonging, and build a connected classroom community.

We are actively growing our 4th and 5th Grades and aim to offer two sections in these grades in the future—supporting both academic depth and peer connection as students prepare for Middle School.

Yes! In addition to our core academic team, students enjoy classes led by dedicated specialists in:

• Art
• Theater
• Innovation Lab & Technology
• Library
• Music
• Physical Education
• Spanish
   

Middle School students choose one elective per trimester from a rotating selection of courses.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) are central to who we are. We aim to create a community grounded in trust, empathy, and awareness.

Today, approximately 59% of our students identify as BIPOC, and 7% are international students. To learn more, visit our DEIB page.

• Nursery, Early Kindergarten, and Kindergarten: 8:30 am – 3:15 pm
• First through Eighth Grades: 8:00 am – 3:15 pm

 Wednesdays are late-start days for all grades, with the school day beginning at 8:30 am.

Drop-off begins at 7:30am, daily.

Yes! Our lunch provider, Organic Kids LA, offers fresh, nutritious, and kid-approved meals. The menu includes vegetarian, organic, kosher, and gluten-free options, with prices ranging from $9–$13 per meal.

Students and families can easily order online. About two-thirds of our students enjoy OKLA meals; the rest bring lunch from home.

Yes! Berkeley Hall partners with Mirman School to offer bus service through Mission Transportation. Current routes include:

• Westside: Sunset & Swarthmore 
• LA/Beverly Hills: Stops near the Beverly Center and Holmby Park
• South LA: Stops along Pico and San Vicente
• Valley Village/Encino

Each bus is equipped with seat belts. Current pricing: $4,350 round trip or $2,175 one way, per year. Late bus service is available to select stops. [Click here to view detailed routes and schedules.]

Yes. Families may drop off as early as 7:30 am at no extra cost.

Afternoon Extended Day Care (XDC) runs:

• Until 5:30 pm for Nursery and Early Kindergarten (included in tuition)
• Until 6:00 pm for Kindergarten–8th grade (billed monthly based on use)

Berkeley Hall offers a wide range of after-school classes for students in Nursery through 8th Grade, taught by experienced professionals. Options vary each trimester and may include:

• Anime
• LEGO Robotics
• Hip Hop Dance
• Rocket Science
• Flag Football
• Chess
• Tennis & Pickleball
• Kids Cooking Academy
• Soccer Super Stars
   

Students in Grades 4–8 may also join our Bobcat team sports.