Escuela Bilingüe Internacional vs Terra Schools

	E Escuela Bilingüe Internacional San Francisco, United States	T Terra Schools San Francisco, United States
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year $34,810 - 43,630	Fees / year $36,975 - 43,450
Age range	Age range 3 - 14 years	Age range 2 - 10 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), Bespoke Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), Reggio Emilia Approach
Pupils	Pupils 270	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 20	Typical class size 11
Instruction language	Instruction language Spanish, English	Instruction language English, Spanish, Mandarin
Opened	Opened 2006	Opened 2018
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Two campuses serve the Bay Area: Alcatraz Campus in Oakland and San Pablo Campus in Emeryville, California. Alcatraz Campus is located at 410 Alcatraz Ave, Oakland, CA 94609. San Pablo Campus is located at 4550 San Pablo Ave., Emeryville, CA 94608.	Location Terra San Francisco is located at 3801 Balboa St, San Francisco, CA 94121. Terra Mandarin Preschool is located at 529 Browning St., Mill Valley, CA 94941. Terra Marin PK-8 operates at 70 Lomita Drive, Mill Valley, CA 94941. Terra San Francisco offers a Pre-K to 8th grade, nature-based, trilingual program in Mandarin, Spanish, and English with weekly Earth Education excursions to nearby spaces such as Crissy Field, The Presidio, Bakers Beach, Ocean Beach, Golden Gate Park, and the San Francisco Botanical Gardens.
Stages	Stages Preschool (PK/TK) through 8th Grade; Lower School Kindergarten through 5th Grade; Middle School 6th through 8th Grade; Accelerated Spanish Program (ASP) for Grades 2–8. IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Pre-Kinder through 5th Grade and IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for 6th through 8th Grade.	Stages Terra San Francisco serves Preschool (ages 2–4.5) and Transitional Kindergarten through 2nd grade, with 3rd–4th grade integrated in the program. The San Francisco campus provides a PK–8 program across multiple levels, including K–8 language offerings. Terra Marin serves PK–8 in Marin.
School type	School type Independent IB World School offering Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP) with a Spanish-English bilingual curriculum across all grades.	School type Private school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and Learning Differences Support; SEL begins in Transitional Kindergarten (TK) and continues through Grade 8; Learning Specialists provide 1:1 and small-group support in Spanish and English; Individualized Academic Plans (IAPs) updated annually; in-class push-in support TK–5; multisensory teaching and Universal Design for Learning (UDL); 8th-grade transition support for neurodiverse students.	Additional learning support Social-emotional learning (SEL) is prioritized through a dedicated SEL curriculum and school-wide support. A team of literacy specialists, educational consultants, and learning specialists collaborates with teachers to support students based on their learning profiles and needs.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation United States	Country affiliation United States
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details School bus transportation is available to and from Terra Marin School each weekday for an additional fee. The San Francisco bus stops run pickups between 7:10 and 8:05 am and drop-offs between 3:35 and 4:35 pm; Marin bus stops run pickups between 7:40 and 8:10 am and drop-offs between 3:45 and 4:25 pm. The fleet includes two yellow buses, two vans (up to 12 passengers each), and an SUV; exact stop locations are provided to registered families for safety and privacy.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fees - Admissions application fee: USD 100, non-refundable; payable by debit or credit card at the time the application is submitted. - Tuition-assistance application fee (Clarity): USD 65 per household for families submitting a Clarity Financial Aid application. Tuition fees (2026–2027) — annual and per-installment breakdowns by year group Note: the school offers FACTS payment plans (one payment, two payments, or ten monthly payments). Per-installment amounts below are calculated by dividing the annual tuition by the number of installments under each FACTS plan; FACTS plan fees apply in addition to the installment amounts. - Preschool (PK) & Transitional Kindergarten (TK) - Annual tuition: USD 34,810. - Deposit (10% of tuition, non-refundable at contract signature): USD 3,481. - One-payment (due April 30): USD 34,810 (plus FACTS one-time fee USD 25 when applicable). - Two payments (due April 30 and September 30): USD 17,405 per payment (plus FACTS one-time fee USD 25). - Ten monthly payments (first due April 30; final due January 31): USD 3,481 per month (plus FACTS annual fee USD 55). - Lower School (Grades K–5) - Annual tuition: USD 40,700. - Deposit (10% of tuition, non-refundable at contract signature): USD 4,070. - One-payment (due April 30): USD 40,700 (plus FACTS one-time fee USD 25 when applicable). - Two payments (due April 30 and September 30): USD 20,350 per payment (plus FACTS one-time fee USD 25). - Ten monthly payments (first due April 30; final due January 31): USD 4,070 per month (plus FACTS annual fee USD 55). - Middle School (Grades 6–8) - Annual tuition: USD 43,630. - Deposit (10% of tuition, non-refundable at contract signature): USD 4,363. - One-payment (due April 30): USD 43,630 (plus FACTS one-time fee USD 25 when applicable). - Two payments (due April 30 and September 30): USD 21,815 per payment (plus FACTS one-time fee USD 25). - Ten monthly payments (first due April 30; final due January 31): USD 4,363 per month (plus FACTS annual fee USD 55). Billing schedule and payment terms - A non-refundable tuition deposit equal to 10% of the annual tuition is required when submitting the enrollment contract; deposit deadlines are mid-February for returning families and mid-March for new families. - FACTS payment-plan options and fees: - One Payment: FACTS annual fee USD 25; due April 30. - Two Payments: FACTS annual fee USD 25; due April 30 and September 30. - Ten Monthly Payments: FACTS annual fee USD 55; first payment due April 30, final payment due January 31. - FACTS provides secure automatic deductions from a checking or savings account; enrollment in FACTS is required to complete registration and may be used for tuition, capital fund (if applicable), and Aventura extended-care billing. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable: EBI operates as a day school for Preschool through Grade 8 on its Alcatraz (Oakland) and San Pablo (Emeryville) campuses. No boarding fees are charged. Other required or optional costs - Capital Improvement / Capital Fund Fee (newly enrolling families): one-time, non-refundable USD 2,000 per family; exempt for families receiving tuition assistance. This contribution can be paid in one payment, two installments, or monthly via FACTS. - Accelerated Spanish Program (ASP) enrollment fee: USD 2,500 per year for students enrolled in ASP (subject to annual adjustment). - Aventura extended day-care program (before/after school care) — separate from tuition and billed through FACTS or UltraCamp as appropriate: - Unlimited/5-day plan (includes before and after care during school-year camps): USD 4,840. - Unlimited/3-day plan (three pre-selected days per week; includes school-year camps): USD 3,530. - Drop-in plan: USD 36.50 per use. - Enrichment classes, after-school programs, and school-year camps are not included in base tuition; these auxiliary program fees are billed separately. - School Store / spirit wear: the school maintains an online School Store (spirit wear and apparel) for purchases; spirit-wear purchases are billed separately. - Items explicitly included in tuition: textbooks, technology devices, standard field trips, overnight trips that are part of the program, and the yearbook. Items explicitly excluded from tuition: before- and after-school care, after-school enrichment classes, and summer camps. Refund and cancellation terms - The enrollment deposit (10% of tuition) is non-refundable. - The Capital Improvement Fee (one-time USD 2,000) is non-refundable. Families receiving tuition assistance are exempt from this fee. - Contract withdrawal policy: written notice of cancellation must be submitted by May 1, 2026 to avoid further tuition obligation; the deposit remains non-refundable. After May 1, families are responsible for the full tuition amount as stated in the Enrollment Contract. Fee payment methods and administration - Application fee payment: debit or credit card at submission of admissions application. - Tuition and most school charges: managed through the FACTS Tuition Management system; FACTS supports secure automatic deductions from a checking or savings account (ACH) and collects the FACTS plan fee. FACTS enrollment is required to complete registration and may be used for tuition, capital fund payments, and Aventura billing. - Tuition-assistance application (Clarity) and its fee are submitted online through the Clarity Financial Aid platform. (End of fees overview.)	Fee details Application fees - Application fee (Ravenna): USD 100. - Indexed-tuition (Clarity) submission fee for financial-aid consideration: USD 60. Tuition fees by year group (2026–2027 maximum/top rates) - Infant program (monthly): USD 3,500 per month. - Preschool (age 2–4.5 / PK & TK): maximum ranges and billing options: - 10-month plan (school-year billing): USD 2,000 – USD 33,500 (8:40 AM–3:15 PM; aftercare not included). - 12-month — Full (standard 12-month spread): USD 2,000 – USD 38,750 (8:40 AM–3:15 PM; aftercare not included). - 12-month — Extended (year‑round/extended day): USD 2,000 – USD 43,450 (8:40 AM–5:30 PM; aftercare included). - Elementary (TK–3rd listed as the elementary range): USD 2,000 – USD 36,975 per year (annual maximum/top rate for TK–3rd). Note: Terra Schools operates an Indexed Tuition model; the figures above are the Board‑set maximum/top rates for the 2026–2027 year and many families will be placed at lower levels within the USD 2,000–top rate ranges based on the indexed-tuition assessment. Billing schedule and payment terms - Preschool offers documented 10‑month and 12‑month billing arrangements (10‑month and 12‑month options are used in the published tuition structure). Infant program is presented as a monthly rate. Elementary tuition is stated as an annual amount (top rate shown). - Deposits that hold a space for a child are non-refundable. - Aftercare charges are additional and are billed separately; aftercare for the school day is offered 3:15 PM–5:30 PM and is charged as an additional fee (aftercare charges are generally billed monthly and vary by number of days per week). Boarding fees - Boarding is not offered; Terra Schools operates day programs at its San Francisco and Mill Valley locations. Other costs and typical additional fees - After‑school enrichment and specialized programs: additional fees apply; Terra families register and pay for after‑school enrichment through Clarity or Zelle. Examples of camp-related aftercare/shuttle fees are published for camps (aftercare and shuttle are additional). - School bus/transportation: available on select routes and charged in addition to tuition. Specific route and service fees are billed separately. - Year‑round camps and holiday/summer camps have separate fees and their own refund/processing terms (see camp fee items such as shuttle and aftercare where published). Refund information - Enrollment deposit that holds a space is non-refundable. - Camp registration refund policy: camp registrations may be canceled up to two weeks before a session starts for a full refund minus a USD 99 processing fee; after that two‑week deadline camp fees (and associated shuttle/aftercare fees for camp) are non‑refundable. Fee payment options and payment methods - Application submission and school application are handled through Ravenna (application platform). - Financial‑aid (Indexed Tuition) submissions are managed via the Clarity application; Clarity charges a USD 60 submission fee. - After‑school enrichment payments: families may register and pay using Clarity or Zelle. - For certain school payments and donations the organization publishes bank/wire transfer details (East West Bank) for electronic transfers. Summary (concise) - Application fee: USD 100 (Ravenna). Indexed‑tuition submission fee: USD 60 (Clarity). - Top published tuition rates for 2026–2027: Infant USD 3,500/month; Preschool up to USD 33,500 (10‑month) or up to USD 38,750–USD 43,450 on 12‑month plans; Elementary up to USD 36,975/year. Indexed Tuition ranges begin at USD 2,000 and families may pay lower levels based on need.
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Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is governed by a Board of Trustees.	Governance and ownership The Terra Schools is a progressive private school in San Francisco and Mill Valley, California.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details IB World School offering Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP) in a Spanish-English bilingual setting. PK–8. Two campuses: Alcatraz Ave, Oakland (PK–1) and San Pablo Ave, Emeryville (2–8). Language Model: full immersion in early years with progressively balanced bilingual instruction through middle school. Accelerated Spanish Program (ASP) provides an on-ramp for Grades 2–8 with little/no prior Spanish. Faculty are native or near-native Spanish-speaking lead teachers with diverse international backgrounds. IB learning emphasizes inquiry-based learning, global citizenship, and biliteracy. Graduates are prepared for top high schools and future success.	Curriculum details Terra Schools offer nature-based, multilingual education in Spanish, Mandarin, and English for Pre-K through 8th grade. The program blends the Reggio Emilia philosophy with the International Baccalaureate framework. Learn features tailored, collegiate-track academics, multilingualism, project-based learning, and high school preparation. Grow centers on Earth Education and outdoor learning, with arts, teamwork, creative problem solving, and flexible thinking. Belong emphasizes social-emotional learning, student-led discussions, mentorship, family partnership, and diversity. Languages include Spanish and Mandarin immersion.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Small class sizes; learning support; ASP placement as part of personalized pathways.	Student teacher ratio Low student-teacher ratios are emphasized.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school is an IB World School offering PK–8 Spanish–English bilingual education. Students become compassionate, multilingual, globally minded leaders. The lower school nurtures curiosity and develops students into inquisitive, knowledgeable, and caring young people. The school's community emphasizes inclusive relationships among students, families, faculty, and staff.	Social & emotional learning The Terra Schools incorporate Social Emotional Learning (SEL) as a core part of the Belong pillar. Social emotional learning is a foundation for success, and the program includes student-led discussions (Harkness Table), mentorship, family partnership, and a focus on developing emotional intelligence and positive attitudes toward self and others.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) The Terra Schools provide support for diverse learning needs through literacy specialists, educational consultants, and learning specialists who identify and address each student's unique learning differences. They communicate with the student's learning team (student, parent, advisor, teachers, outside professionals, etc.) and collaborate with teachers to address student support needs, while helping parents understand their child's learning profile and providing social-emotional support.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school provides a Spanish-English bilingual education with full immersion in the early years and increasing balanced bilingual instruction through middle school. It is the only IB World School on the West Coast offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) in a Spanish-English bilingual setting.	English as an additional language English is one of the languages of instruction in a trilingual program that also includes Spanish and Mandarin; Spanish and Mandarin immersion is offered, with English used in instruction.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The school fosters a caring, inclusive community. Every child is known, supported, and inspired. The culture emphasizes meaningful relationships among students, families, faculty, and staff.	Mental wellbeing Earth Education provides experiential outdoor learning that reduces stress and supports wellbeing, leadership, and teamwork. Social Emotional Learning is a foundation for success and supports positive attitudes toward self and others.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school maintains a nondiscriminatory policy as to students.	Safeguarding —
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Alcatraz Campus in Oakland serves PK–1. Alcatraz is a joyful early-learning hub where language immersion, play-based inquiry, and foundational SEL take root. San Pablo Campus in Emeryville serves 2–8. San Pablo is a dynamic environment for project-based learning, deepening biliteracy, arts and music, library, PE/health, and design-minded innovation. Escuela Bilingüe Internacional is the only IB World School on the West Coast offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) in a Spanish-English bilingual setting.	Facilities overview Terra San Francisco TK-2 is a nature-based, trilingual Mandarin, Spanish, and English program for Transitional Kindergarten through 2nd grade. Language immersion is foundational, with 80% of instruction in the target language and English and Math taught in English. Students participate in weekly nature-based excursions led by Earth Education specialists, supporting outdoor experiential learning. The program uses a personalized curriculum with low student-teacher ratios to foster individual growth. The Terra approach blends Reggio Emilia-inspired inquiry with project-based learning to develop critical thinking and collaboration.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities San Pablo Campus provides PE/Health facilities to support physical education.	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Alcatraz Campus (PK–1) is a joyful early-learning hub where language immersion, play-based inquiry, and foundational SEL take root. San Pablo Campus (2–8) is a dynamic environment for project-based learning, deepening biliteracy, arts and music, library, PE/health, and design-minded innovation. The San Pablo Campus includes a library and dedicated spaces for arts, music, and physical education. PE/Health facilities support physical education and health activities. The IB framework (PYP and MYP) is implemented across two campuses in a Spanish-English bilingual setting.	Academic facilities Terra San Francisco emphasizes tailored, collegiate-track academics with multilingual instruction beginning in preschool. Languages include multilingual Spanish, Mandarin, and English education, with 80% of instruction in the target language in TK-2 and English for English and Math, expanding to language infusion in higher grades. In grades 3–4, immersion shifts toward infusion with 20% of instruction in the target language. Inquiry-based, project-based learning underpins classroom experiences, supported by banded scheduling that groups students by ability in math and world languages. This approach aims to foster critical thinking, creativity, and global citizenship.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Summer Camp. Aventura Extended Care. Auxiliary Programs. Community Programs.	Extra curricular facilities Earth education and outdoor school are central, with weekly nature-based experiences led by Earth Education specialists. Arts electives include drama, music, and visual art to encourage creative expression. Student-led discussions (Harkness method) and social-emotional learning foster agency, empathy, and respectful dialogue. Mentorship, family partnership, and community events support belonging and social development. Additional offerings include after-care and enrichment classes, school buses, and Summer Camps.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History The school opened in 2006 as an independent PK–8 school with two campuses in the San Francisco Bay Area: Oakland and Emeryville. It is the only Spanish-English bilingual IB World School on the West Coast, offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Middle Years Programme (MYP). The school emphasizes a Spanish-English bilingual education within an IB framework and a diverse, international community.	History Terra Schools were founded by a San Francisco educator who opened Presidio Knolls School in 2008 as a Mandarin-immersion program inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach. In 2018, Terra Schools opened a Mill Valley campus to offer a nature-based program and expand Mandarin immersion and multilingual education. Terra San Francisco serves Preschool through 2nd grade, while Terra Mandarin Preschool operates in Mill Valley. The schools provide nature-based, multilingual education in Spanish and Mandarin, integrating the Reggio Emilia philosophy and the International Baccalaureate framework, with an emphasis on outdoor learning, arts, and social-emotional growth.
Community	Community Community is at the heart of EBI; families from over 20 countries contribute to a bilingual, international culture grounded in equity, respect, and global citizenship. EBIPA, the active Parents Association, fosters connection through events like the Back-to-School Picnic, biweekly coffee carts, and class parent networks that coordinate volunteers. Students also have leadership opportunities through Student Council and other programs. The school celebrates annual community traditions such as Latinx Heritage Month, Grand Persons Day, Black History Month, and Día de los Muertos.	Community Terra Schools foster a community built on family partnership and emotional safety. Community activities include a Fun Run, Movie Night, and Halloween Party. Parent committees include Building & Grounds Beautification, Lunar New Year, Nutrition, Yearbook, and Performing Arts. Families contribute 10 hours per year for a single-parent household or 20 hours per year for two parents to support school life.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association EBIPA is the Escuela Bilingüe Internacional Parent Association. It helps shape the inclusive, welcoming community that defines EBI. Every parent and caregiver is automatically a member and can participate in a wide range of activities throughout the year. EBIPA organizes events such as the Back-to-School Picnic and biweekly coffee carts, coordinates a class parent network, and supports schoolwide conversations on topics of interest to parents. Parents can host cooking nights, coordinate field trip volunteers, or simply connect with other families after drop-off. EBIPA helps create the joyful community that makes EBI special.	Parent teacher association Terra Schools maintains a Parent Association that partners with families to raise children well. The Association coordinates promotional and recruitment activities, social and fundraising events, classroom support, campus improvements, maintenance, and more. Each family is invited to contribute 10 hours per year for a single-parent household or 20 hours per year for two parents. The Terra Schools community hosts events such as a Fun Run, Movie Night, and Halloween Party. Committees include Lunar New Year, Nutrition, Yearbook, and Performing Arts. This structure strengthens school community and family engagement.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Enrichment Classes are offered in Spanish and English during the school year, including Digital Arts and Design, Music and Dance, Soccer, Martial Arts, Chess, Robotics, Coding, STEM Activities, and Cooking. School Year Camps are designed for PK–Grade 3 campers and include storytelling, arts, crafts, culinary arts, sports, and outdoor play. Summer Camp, Aventura, combines Spanish immersion with hands-on activities in STEM, Athletics, and Global Arts, with weekly themes and field trips. The programs emphasize bilingual inquiry-based experiences extending learning beyond the classroom.	Academic & intellectual The school offers tailored, collegiate-track academics. The school provides multilingual instruction and project-based learning. The school includes high school preparation in the program. The school fosters a love of learning across grades.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Enrichment Classes include Digital Arts and Design, Music and Dance, Soccer, Martial Arts, Chess, Robotics, Coding, STEM Activities, and Cooking. Sample Enrichment Class Offerings feature Digital Arts and Design, Music, Dance, Robotics, Coding, STEM Activities, and Cooking. Movie Nights at EBI offer Spanish cinema for PK–Grade 3 to build language skills and community. School Year Camps also incorporate arts and crafts and culinary arts as part of their programming.	Arts & creative The school's arts program includes singing, music video making, improvisational drama, and a rock band. The school offers an all-school play and playwriting activities. The school provides cake decorating and 2D studio drawing. The school encourages creativity as part of the Grow pillar.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school is Spanish-English bilingual, providing immersion in both languages. Cuenta Cuentos: Spanish Story Time offers stories, songs, and movement for toddlers through kindergartners, with a drop-in format to introduce Spanish language and culture. 4H projects at EBI include STEM, arts, and community service, fostering leadership and cross-cultural engagement. Community Programs emphasize bilingual experiences and language-rich activities, such as Spanish story times and cross-cultural projects.	Cultural & language The school offers Spanish and Mandarin immersion as part of the language program. The school emphasizes empathy building, critical thinking, and cultural diversity and appreciation. The school integrates these language and cultural components with Terra's Learn, Grow, Belong pillars.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Enrichment Classes include Soccer, Martial Arts, and Chess. Movie Nights provide social events and Spanish-language cinema for the school community. 4H project-based activities offer hands-on opportunities in STEM, arts, and community service, supporting learners' hobbies and interests. Spanish Story Time (Cuenta Cuentos) promotes language-rich social interaction for young children.	Social & hobbies The school uses Student-Led Discussions (Harkness Table) to guide conversations. The school prioritizes social-emotional learning and mentorship. The school emphasizes family partnership. The school values diversity in its community.
Community & service	Community & service 4H at EBI provides leadership opportunities and service-learning through hands-on activities in STEM, arts, and community service. The Native Plant Garden is a student-led rewilding project engaging students in ecological stewardship. Community Programs emphasize joyful community experiences, including Spanish Story Time and 4H projects that connect students and families through bilingual activities.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional 4H at EBI grows skills, responsibility, and leadership, with opportunities for public speaking and teamwork. Project-based activities include STEM, arts, and community service, supporting leadership development. Community Programs highlight leadership opportunities and bilingual collaboration within a connected, multilingual school community.	Leadership & professional The school fosters leadership and teamwork through Earth Education and outdoor learning. The school supports leadership development through mentorship and social-emotional learning. The school encourages collaborative problem-solving and community contribution. The school prepares students to lead and participate effectively in teams.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Aventura Extended Care offers before- and after-school care with art projects, outdoor games, STEM activities, and collaborative challenges. Summer Camp features outdoor play, themed activities, and field trips that promote physical activity and well-being. Movie Nights and Spanish Story Time provide social, cultural, and language-building experiences that foster community and well-being.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school uses experiential outdoor learning to reduce stress and support well-being. The school's approach boosts academic performance. The school cultivates leadership and teamwork and nurtures wonder and curiosity. The school fosters outdoor exploration as part of daily routines.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Spanish-English bilingual curriculum is taught across all grades from Pre-Kinder through 8th Grade. The IB framework is delivered from Preschool through 8th Grade, with inquiry-based learning and a focus on global citizenship. Bilingualism leads to biliteracy; students read, write, and think in both English and Spanish. Global citizenship is woven into daily learning experiences.	Language provision Languages taught are English, Spanish and Mandarin. Immersion is provided in Spanish and Mandarin; the program aims for fluency in a second language. The school serves Pre-K to 8th grade across multiple campuses, including Terra San Francisco and Terra Mandarin Preschool.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school provides Spanish-English bilingual education for students from Pre-Kinder through 8th grade. Students learn in Spanish and English within the International Baccalaureate framework. Dual-language immersion occurs daily across all grades, complemented by the Accelerated Spanish Program for students not yet at grade-level Spanish. Graduates become biliterate, reading, writing, and thinking in both English and Spanish.	Bilingual teaching The Terra Schools offer bilingual/multilingual education in Mandarin, Spanish and English. Mandarin and Spanish are delivered through language immersion, and English is used for instruction across core subjects. The program spans Preschool through 8th grade, with Terra San Francisco serving Preschool–2nd grade and Terra Mandarin Preschool serving Mandarin immersion preschool.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs Dual-language immersion happens every day in Spanish and English for all grades. The Accelerated Spanish Program (ASP) supports Grades 1–8 students who are not yet at grade-level Spanish. In Preschool and TK, Spanish immersion begins from day one, with classroom activities conducted in Spanish and increasing use of English over time. Native Spanish speakers benefit from home-language development, reinforcing bilingualism.	Immersion programs Immersion in Spanish and Mandarin is provided. The Languages pillar identifies 'Spanish & Mandarin Immersion'. Early language immersion is emphasized to support bilingual proficiency.
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards Bay Area Parent Gold Award — School received a Gold honor from Bay Area Parent. A+ Grade on Niche — Terra Schools earned an A+ grade on Niche. 5 Stars on Yelp — Terra Schools has a 5-star rating on Yelp.
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations IB World School — Authorized to offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP) at Terra San Francisco. IB World School status reflects official authorization to deliver IB programs.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Rolling Admissions Applications Accepted Year-Round. EBI reviews applications on a rolling basis, as space allows, throughout the year. Our Admissions Process guides families through the journey to be informed and connected. 1. Inquire: Contact our Admissions Office to learn more. The Admissions Office explains options for Preschool through Grade 8, including the Accelerated Spanish Program and the Spanish-English bilingual immersion with IB World School status. 2. Visit: Schedule a personal tour of our campuses to explore our spaces. 3. Apply: Complete your application through our online portal. 4. Student Visit or Assessment: We get to know your child. 5. Decision Notification: Admissions decisions are communicated promptly. 2025-26 Admissions Dates: September 1 — Priority Application Opens; November 19 — Priority Application Deadline; January 5 — Tuition Assistance Application Opens; January 16 — Application Deadline and TA Deadline; January 24 — Student Observations/Assessments; February 7 — Student Observations/Assessments; March 3–6 — Prospective Student Shadow Days; March 6 — Decision Notification (PK/TK); March 13 — Decision Notification (K-Grade 8); March 26 — Registration Due.	Admissions 1. Connect with Terra: Join a tour or an open house to explore the school and learn about the Terra curriculum. 2. Apply: Complete the online application through Ravenna and search for Terra Schools to find the correct application. 3. Student Assessment / Playdate: TK–4th grade families schedule a Student Assessment, Preschool families schedule a Student Playdate to experience the learning environment firsthand. 4. Family Meet & Greet: A 20‑minute Zoom with the Terra team to share information about the child and answer questions. 5. Admission Decision: Decisions are released electronically. Additional details: The application fee is 100 dollars; waivers are available by contacting admissions@terraschools.org. Ravenna is the third‑party application platform used by Terra and many Bay Area private independent schools. For financial aid, Terra uses an Indexed Tuition model that aligns tuition with each family's financial circumstances, with ranges starting at 2,000 dollars. 37% of Terra families receive financial aid. New student Clarity applications for Indexed Tuition are due by February 14, 2026, and returning student applications are due by January 31, 2026. Clarity requires documents such as tax returns and W‑2s and has a submission fee of 60 dollars. 2026–2027 maximum tuition rates vary by program: Preschool 10‑month up to 33,500 dollars; Preschool 12‑month full up to 38,750 dollars; Preschool 12‑month extend up to 43,450 dollars; Elementary TK–3rd up to 36,975 dollars. Clarity is used to determine the Indexed Tuition, with a 30‑minute application time and a mobile‑friendly process. Contact admissions@terraschools.org for questions; Terra San Francisco and Terra Marin have dedicated admissions contact points as listed on the admissions pages.
Scholarships	Scholarships The Tuition Assistance program is available based on demonstrated financial need and funds availability, with more than 30% of families receiving some form of tuition assistance. Families apply through Clarity Financial Aid, creating an account, starting an application, designating EBI as a school, and providing financial information and documentation, with a $65 application fee. The Clarity process includes tax verification steps and applies English translations where required; deadlines for 2026–2027 specify January 16 for both Returning and New Families to complete the Clarity submission. International families must upload income verification documents with English translations. TA awards can be applied toward the Capital Improvement Fee, and TA recipients are exempt from that fee. For questions, contact the Admissions Team via admissions@ebinistracion.org (EBI), including Ned Pinger, Director of Finance and Operations, and the TA contact listed on the Affording EBI page.	Scholarships —
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