San Jose, CA · K–11
Last verified August 21, 2026
6835 Trinidad Dr, 95120 · (408) 691-5253
Enrollment
358
Student:teacher
7:1
Published tuition
$27,490–$41,000
Application fee
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Tuition by division
| Division | Grades | Annual tuition | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-27 | Pre-Kindergarten | $27,490–$37,330 | 5 half days (8am-noon) $27,490; 3 half + 2 full days $33,950; 3 full + 2 half days $36,080; 5 full days (8am-3pm) $37,330. The Orchard extended care not available for the half-day option. |
| Elementary2026-27 | Kindergarten - Grade 5 | $39,340 | The Learning Center (K-5) total is $56,770, which includes a TLC student fee of $17,430. With 5-day Orchard extended care: $46,530. |
| Middle school2026-27 | Grades 6-8 | $41,000 | Middle School Program includes book fee. The Learning Center (6-8) total is $58,460, which includes a TLC student fee of $17,460. With 5-day Orchard extended care: $48,190. |
Head of school
Olaf Jorgenson
Head of School
Curriculum & special classes
Almaden Country Day School offers a broad, balanced, and challenging curriculum including a full enrichment program of art, music, drama, hands-on science, technology, invention, foreign language, and physical education. The academic program emphasizes academic rigor, character development, and joyful learning for students from Pre-K to Grade 8.
Financial aid
Tuition support is available; see the school's "Applying for Tuition Support" page for the application process and deadlines.
Before & after school care
Before school
Complimentary before-school program for Kindergarten through 8th grade, 7:15-7:45 a.m. each day classes meet. Supervised by an ACDS staff member, included in tuition, no registration required.
After school
The Orchard extended day program, Pre-K through 8th grade, from dismissal until 5:30 p.m. each day classes meet. Five-day families get enrollment priority; drop-in care is space-available (call the front office).
Cost
Before-school care: free (included in tuition). The Orchard annual fees, Pre-K to Grade 8: 5-day $7,190; 4-day $5,885; 3-day $4,575; 2-day $3,185; 1-day $1,595.
Extended-care hours and rates change yearly — parents can correct these below.
Admissions
The admissions process includes inquiring, visiting the school (personal tours, open houses, virtual chats), and submitting an application. Students applying for K-7th grade may have a shadow visit after applying.
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What they ask for: Online Inquiry Form (for tours/conversations), Online Application (for shadow visits K-7th grade)
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