San Francisco, CA · K–11
Last verified August 20, 2026
3250 18th St., 94110 · (415) 551-0000
Enrollment
192
Student:teacher
4:1
Published tuition
$48,850–$50,550
Application fee
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Tuition by division
| Division | Grades | Annual tuition | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | Preschool Half Day (until 1:00 p.m.) | $37,815 | Lunch and Morning Snack Included, 5-Day Schedule |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | Preschool Full Day (until 5:30 p.m.) | $47,300 | Lunch and Morning & Afternoon Snacks Included, 5-Day Schedule |
| Elementary2026-2027 | Elementary (Grades K-5) | $48,850 | Lunch Included |
| Middle school2026-2027 | Middle School (Grades 6-8) | $50,550 | Lunch Included |
Head of school
Valentina Imbeni
Head of School, PhD.
Curriculum & special classes
La Scuola uniquely blends educational ideas, guiding students from preschool through eighth grade to become leaders of their own learning. The curriculum features grounded academics, exuberant exploration, and multilingual expression, inspired by the Reggio Emilia Approach.
Financial aid
La Scuola offers a sliding scale tuition program, currently used by 30% of families, to make education accessible based on demonstrated financial need. Families apply through the Clarity Application, which assesses assets, income, expenses, and debts.
Before & after school care
Before school
Wednesday morning care from 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. with prior registration.
After school
Extended Care from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday to Friday. Enrichment programs are also offered for fall, winter, and spring seasons.
Cost
Extended Care 5 days/week: $6,500; 3 days/week: $4,600; Daily drop-in: $50/day. Late pick-up fees apply starting at $75.
Extended-care hours and rates change yearly — parents can correct these below.
Admissions
The admissions process for La Scuola International School begins in August with event registration and application access. Families attend tours and parent meetings, submit applications by January 15, and decision letters are sent in March. The school is here to guide families through the application process.
Apply by
January 15, 2027
Acceptance rate
Not listed
Application fee
Not listed
What they ask for: Application, Parent/Guardian Meeting, Student School Visit Day (for Preschool and K-5) / Applicant Shadow Day (for Middle School) which includes a brief math and English assessment, confidential Student Evaluation from current teacher (for K-8), report cards from current and past two school years (for Grades 1-8). Students applying to Grades 2-5 and 7-8 are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
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