Escuela Bilingüe Internacional vs The Quarry Lane School - Dublin East Campus

	E Escuela Bilingüe Internacional San Francisco, United States	T The Quarry Lane School - Dublin East Campus San Francisco, United States
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year $34,810 - 43,630	Fees / year $28,480 - 65,410
Age range	Age range 3 - 14 years	Age range 1 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), Bespoke Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP), Bespoke Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 270	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 20	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language Spanish, English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2006	Opened 1991
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 The Quarry Lane School operates four campuses in the San Francisco Bay Area, all in California: Dublin East Campus at 6363 Tassajara Rd., Dublin, CA 94568; Dublin West Campus at 5600 Scarlett Dr., Dublin, CA 94568; Pleasanton West Campus at 4444B Black Ave., Pleasanton, CA 94566; and Pleasanton East Campus at 3750 Boulder St., Pleasanton, CA 94566. The school provides access to these campuses via local roads in the Dublin and Pleasanton neighborhoods, and public transit options are available nearby. The Wheels Bus service serves routes throughout the Tri-Valley area, with a Quarry Lane School stop on Route 2 in Dublin.
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 Lower School (Preschool–Grade 5), Middle School (Grades 6–8), Upper School (Grades 9–12).
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 day school; offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.
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 —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation United States	Country affiliation United States (California).
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure Preschool days run 8:30 AM–3:30 PM with before/after school care available 7:00 AM–6:00 PM; Preschool also offers 3- and 5-day schedules. Lower/Middle/Upper School schedules include later start times and built-in advisory/academic support and co-curriculars.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details The Wheels Bus provides public transit options with Quarry Lane School stop on Route 2 in Dublin; see Wheels Bus routes for schedules.
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 - Domestic Lower-School (Junior K–Grade 5) application/testing fee: USD 125 (one-time, non-refundable). - Domestic Middle- and Upper-School (Grades 6–12) application fee: USD 75 (one-time, non-refundable). - International applicants (International Academy / I‑20 applicants): USD 200 (one-time, non-refundable). Tuition fees by year group (published totals include the annual comprehensive educational fee and the annual registration fee) - Junior Kindergarten - Base tuition: USD 26,930 - Annual comprehensive educational fee: USD 1,350 - Annual registration fee: USD 200 - Total annual tuition and fees: USD 28,480. - Equivalent if divided evenly: per semester (2 terms) USD 14,240.00; per term (3 terms) USD 9,493.33; per month (12) USD 2,373.33. - Kindergarten through Grade 5 (day-school track) - Base tuition: USD 36,550 - Annual comprehensive educational fee: USD 1,350 - Annual registration fee: USD 200 - Total annual tuition and fees: USD 38,100. - Equivalent if divided evenly: per semester (2 terms) USD 19,050.00; per term (3 terms) USD 12,700.00; per month (12) USD 3,175.00. - Grades 6–8 (day-school track) - Base tuition: USD 42,655 - Annual comprehensive educational fee: USD 1,875 - Annual registration fee: USD 200 - Total annual tuition and fees: USD 44,730. - Equivalent if divided evenly: per semester (2 terms) USD 22,365.00; per term (3 terms) USD 14,910.00; per month (12) USD 3,727.50. - Grades 9–12 (day-school track) - Base tuition: USD 52,384 - Annual comprehensive educational fee: USD 2,000 - Annual registration fee: USD 200 - Total annual tuition and fees: USD 54,584. - Equivalent if divided evenly: per semester (2 terms) USD 27,292.00; per term (3 terms) USD 18,194.67; per month (12) USD 4,548.67. - International Academy (students requiring ESL or I‑20): annual totals (comprehensive fee + registration fee included) — JrK–5: USD 43,205; Grades 6–8: USD 55,595; Grades 9–12: USD 63,035. Equivalent per-term/month breakdowns (even division) are shown below: - JrK–5: total USD 43,205 — per semester USD 21,602.50; per term (3) USD 14,401.67; per month USD 3,600.42. - 6–8: total USD 55,595 — per semester USD 27,797.50; per term (3) USD 18,531.67; per month USD 4,632.92. - 9–12: total USD 63,035 — per semester USD 31,517.50; per term (3) USD 21,011.67; per month USD 5,252.92. Deposits, billing schedule and payment terms - Enrollment (seat) deposit: USD 3,000 for day‑school enrollment; that deposit is credited toward the tuition balance (does not cover additional fees unless stated otherwise). A second amount of USD 1,500 or the full tuition balance is due June 1, 2026. If a student enrolls after June 1, all deposits are due upon enrollment. - International Academy deposit: USD 3,200 (credited toward the tuition balance); International Academy tuition balance is due May 15 (per that track). - Payment plans offered: - Lump Sum Plan — After the initial enrollment deposit, the remaining non‑refundable tuition balance is due on the June due date. - Multiple Payment Plan — After the initial deposit, one additional deposit is due on the June due date; the remaining tuition balance is split into nine equal, non‑refundable monthly payments (August 1 through April 1). A finance and service charge of 7% is applied to the remaining balance under the monthly plan. - Tuition insurance plan: optional tuition insurance premium equals 3.5% of the annual tuition fee; the premium is due on the June due date and is optional only for families that choose the Lump Sum plan. - Prorating: Tuition will not be prorated for enrollment in the first semester; students who enter in the second semester will be charged 65% of the annual tuition. Fees generally are not prorated. Boarding / homestay - The Quarry Lane School does not operate boarding facilities. International students who require local housing are enrolled in the International Academy and homestay placement options are used for students living with host families; the school's international materials and homestay procedures describe a separate homestay placement fee for that service. Additional and program-specific fees - Annual Comprehensive Educational Fees (listed above) are part of the published totals: typically USD 1,350 for JrK–Grade 5; USD 1,875 for Grades 6–8; USD 2,000 for Grades 9–12. These amounts are already included in the total annual tuition and fees figures shown above. - International Baccalaureate (IB) programme fee (Grades 11–12): USD 2,375 annually (2026–2027 IB programme fee). - Extended Education Program (EEP) — before/after school care for Lower School (monthly rates): Morning & After Care (5:00 pm pick‑up) USD 399/month; Morning & After Care (6:00 pm pick‑up) USD 499/month; Morning Care only USD 175/month; drop‑in USD 50/day (rates shown in registration materials and EEP forms). EEP fees are billed monthly and contract withdrawal requires 30 days' written notice. Late pickup penalty in EEP: USD 1.00 per minute after 6:00 pm. - Incidental and variable costs to budget for each year (examples): catered lunch, field trips, uniforms, high‑school course textbooks, activity fees, and other program‑specific charges; amounts for these items vary by grade and activity. - Payments received by wire transfer: an additional USD 50 bank fee per payment may apply for International Academy payments (wire fee applies per payment). Uniforms and dress code costs - Lower- and Middle‑School students are required to wear uniforms; Upper‑School follows a dress code with the possibility of required uniform purchase if dress‑code violations occur. Uniform items are supplied through an approved vendor (branded/Q L S items are vendor‑supplied), and families should budget separately for vendor prices and any replacement items. Specific uniform rules and vendor information are provided in the school dress‑code and handbook materials. Refund and withdrawal terms - All tuition and fees are stated as non‑refundable and non‑transferable. Deposits are credited toward tuition balances but are not refundable. The school's program enrollment agreements and EEP contract clauses make family payment obligations unconditional in many circumstances (including student absence, withdrawal, dismissal, or closure for reasons beyond the school's control), and specify required notice periods for withdrawal from programs such as EEP. Fee payment options and procedures - Accepted payment forms and processes vary by program: examples from school forms include payment by check or money order (checks payable to The Quarry Lane School are used for many in‑person payments and program fees), wire transfers (wire payments incur the stated bank fee for certain tracks), and credit/debit card payment options for some summer programs and online registration portals. Specific payment instructions and any transaction fees are provided on enrollment or program contracts. Examples: EEP and summer program forms refer to check/money order and credit card payment methods for program fees; International Academy materials note the $50 bank fee for wires. Other billing terms worth noting - Late payment and collection: the enrollment and program agreements state that unpaid fees can lead to holds on records and that families are responsible for collection costs if legal action is required. Certain program fees (late pickup, homestay placement, special program materials) have their own non‑refundability and payment method rules. If you require these figures placed into a specific field layout for your database, the amounts above provide the published annual totals, deposit schedule, program fees, and the common evenly divided per‑term and per‑month equivalents for each published year group.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement JK–8 require uniforms; uniforms are provided by Tommy Hilfiger and can be purchased from approved vendors. Polo shirts are red, white, or navy; pants/shorts are khaki or navy; belts are black, brown, or navy; socks are white, blue, or brown; white undershirts; outerwear must be QLS logo or approved vendors. Grades 9–12 follow a dress code rather than a uniform.
Food options	Food options —	Food options Preschool mealtimes include two snacks daily and a catering option for hot lunches; catering information is available at the front office; peanuts and tree-nuts are prohibited. Upper School offers a School Lunch Program where students may bring lunch or order a catered lunch via Choice Lunch; lunches must be pre-ordered and cash purchases are not allowed; no emergency lunches; restrictions on junk food apply.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is governed by a Board of Trustees.	Governance and ownership Private secular day school. It is an IB World School.
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 Upper School offers three tracks: IB Diploma Programme (DP) Track, STEM Track, and College Preparatory Track. The DP begins in the junior year, and Quarry Lane is the only private high school in the East Bay Area to offer the IB Diploma Programme. The STEM Track emphasizes science, engineering and mathematics, while the College Preparatory Track includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses that allow university credit. Lower School uses an accelerated curriculum taught by subject-matter experts, Middle School focuses on developing independent learners, and Upper School concentrates on college preparation and beyond. The Quarry Lane School is an International Baccalaureate World School.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Small class sizes; learning support; ASP placement as part of personalized pathways.	Student teacher ratio Approximately 7:1 based on 1,400 students and over 195 teachers across four campuses.
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression Class of 2025 highlights show approximately 714 college acceptances from 135 schools; 265 acceptances to Top 50 colleges; 176 acceptances to UC schools. Notable destinations include Stanford University (3), Johns Hopkins University (1), Northwestern University (1), University of Pennsylvania (1), University of Chicago (1), Brown University (1), UCLA (6), UC Berkeley (6), USC (9) and NYU (16), among others.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented Advanced coursework is available: AP classes are offered for high-achieving students; the IB Diploma Programme provides a rigorous international curriculum for eligible students.
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
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 Social and emotional development is embedded in Quarry Lane's approach across all levels. Lower School begins with a Morning Meeting to build a sense of community and ensure students feel safe, cared for, and supported; the program highlights six character pillars: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship. Middle School Homeroom is designed to ensure students are seen, known and supported, including time for one-on-one check-ins and assemblies that foster socio-emotional learning. The Middle and Upper School student life offerings emphasize collaboration, leadership, and personal growth to support emotional and social development. These elements reflect Quarry Lane's emphasis on a nurturing, inclusive culture that promotes empathy and well-being for students across divisions.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) English as a Second Language (ESL) is provided with placement support from EL teachers to determine ESL or mainstream coursework. International students take TOEFL and are placed based on placement assessments, with ongoing support to integrate into the appropriate level. The ESL program includes an ESL Summer Camp to bolster language development and confidence. The Lower School and Upper School language offerings extend beyond English to include foreign languages such as Spanish and Mandarin, reflecting language-focused integration and international diversity. The school's language policy emphasizes language as foundational to curriculum and cross-cultural learning, with ongoing support for international students across grade levels.
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 The Quarry Lane School offers English as a Second Language (ESL) and maintains EL teachers to support international students in placing them in the appropriate level (ESL or mainstream). International students are required to take the TOEFL and are placed into classes based on diagnostic assessments; ESL and language support continue as students transition through Middle and High School. ESL Summer Camp provides language learning alongside activities to build confidence. In addition to English, the curriculum includes Spanish and Mandarin, with language instruction integrated across subject areas. The school emphasizes language development as a cornerstone of academic success and global engagement.
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 Distance learning communications acknowledge health and safety while balancing social-emotional wellbeing as a priority for students. Lower School emphasizes social and emotional development through routines like the Morning Meeting to foster a supportive community. Middle School Homeroom is explicitly designed to promote socio-emotional learning and provides 1-on-1 check-ins and assemblies. Upper School programs and student life initiatives focus on developing social, emotional, and leadership skills alongside academics. These elements together reflect Quarry Lane's commitment to students' mental wellbeing and holistic growth.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school maintains a nondiscriminatory policy as to students.	Safeguarding Safety and safeguarding are addressed through campus-wide safety guidelines, including a Traffic Parking Guide that requires loading-zone drop-offs, adherence to traffic monitors, a campus speed limit of 5 MPH, crosswalk usage, and prohibitions on using cell phones in queues. Visitors must sign in and wear identification when on campus to maintain a secure environment. The Peanut and Nut Policy prohibits peanuts and tree-nuts on campus and during school events to protect students with allergies. All Quarry Lane faculty and staff are reported as fully vaccinated in communications related to health and safety. The Preschool Handbook on nut policy and health and safety also covers visitor procedures and other safeguarding practices.
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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 Quarry Lane School operates multiple campuses in the East Bay, including the Dublin East Campus (Lower & Upper School) at 6363 Tassajara Rd, Dublin; the Dublin West Campus (Lower School & Preschool) at 5600 Scarlett Dr, Dublin; Pleasanton West Campus (Lower School & Preschool) at 4444B Black Ave, Pleasanton; and Pleasanton East Campus (Lower School & Preschool) at 3750 Boulder St, Pleasanton. The Dublin West Campus expansion is 28,800 square feet with 15 classrooms and dedicated spaces for a STEM Lab, an Art Studio, and a Music Studio, plus an enclosed courtyard/play area and two rotunda spaces that bring in natural light. A Performing Arts Center space is planned adjacent to the Dublin East Campus, capable of seating up to 350 and including rehearsal spaces and a 126-spot parking lot. The spaces emphasize natural light and ongoing campus growth as Quarry Lane serves Preschool through 12th grade across its campuses.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities San Pablo Campus provides PE/Health facilities to support physical education.	Sports facilities The Quarry Lane athletics program operates in three seasons—Fall, Winter and Spring—for high school and middle school students. It offers Girls Volleyball, Boys Soccer, Coed Cross Country, Girls Tennis, Coed Track and Field, Coed Badminton, and Swimming, among others. The program emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship, integrity and personal development for student-athletes. Detailed schedules and teams are published for high school and middle school sports. The athletics program focuses on developing athletic skills within a team-oriented environment.
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 The Dublin West Campus expansion includes a STEM Lab, Art Studio, Music Studio and enclosed courtyard/play area, with two rotunda spaces for natural light. The Dublin East Campus houses Lower and Upper School, with Upper School offerings including the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and Engineering and Robotics programs. Visual Art, Music, and Theater Arts & Dance are part of Quarry Lane's Visual and Performing Arts programs. The Performing Arts Center project indicates expansion of dedicated arts spaces and facilities. The campuses emphasize modern, light-filled classrooms and innovative spaces.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Summer Camp. Aventura Extended Care. Auxiliary Programs. Community Programs.	Extra curricular facilities Visual Art, Music and Theater Arts & Dance are part of Quarry Lane's Visual and Performing Arts offerings. The STEM Explorers Club provides an after-school program. Speech and Debate is available in the High School program. The Performing Arts Center expansion reinforces opportunities for student performances and broader arts participation.
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 The Quarry Lane School was created by founder and president Dr. Sabri Arac in 1991. Dr. Arac earned a bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering from Michigan Technological University and a master's degree and doctorate in Metallurgy/Materials Science from the University of Arizona, and spent his early career at Hewlett-Packard. He envisioned a secular, college-preparatory school spanning kindergarten through 12th grade with advanced instruction and a solid foundation. This passion culminated in the establishment of The Quarry Lane School. The Quarry Lane School is a nonsectarian, co-educational day school which supports a diverse faculty and student body.
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 Building a strong community between parents, teachers and students is a key component of Quarry Lane's preschool programs, which strive to create an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and supports community outreach. The school uses the Tadpoles system to maintain safe, secure communication with families, delivering daily updates, photos and alerts. Developmental evaluations are conducted from young preschool through pre-kindergarten, with regular parent/teacher conferences available and special conferences as needed. Throughout the year, campuses reach out to the nearby community through charitable events such as fall food drives for the Alameda County Food Bank, sponsoring local families in winter, and events like Valentines for Veterans and Trike-a-thon to foster compassion and service.
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 —
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 Quarry Lane School offers a broad range of clubs that promote academic and intellectual growth. Notable activities include Speech and Debate, Model United Nations, and Harvard Model Congress. The school also supports STEM and quantitative interests through Robotics, Coding, Math Club, and Economics Club. Participation in clubs can contribute to National Honor Society activity points and service requirements.
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 Visual Art fosters creative expression and an interdisciplinary approach to learning. Beginning in junior kindergarten, students explore design through graphic, industrial, and architectural projects. The Music program provides foundational singing and instrument instruction, with upper-level ensembles and HS Club Bands such as Rock Band, Ska Band, and Chamber Ensemble. The Theater Arts & Dance program focuses on language, communication, and the creative process and is offered as upper-school electives.
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 International Academy infuses languages, cultures, and traditions into the school community and welcomes international students. The school community includes clubs such as Asian Culture Club and Spanish Society, reflecting multicultural engagement. Model United Nations and related programs are part of the student life experience.
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 A wide array of student clubs supports social and hobby interests. Examples include Film Club, Photography Club, Dance Club, and Random Acts of Kindness Club, among others such as Fashion and Design and Chess Club.
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 The Quarry Lane community emphasizes service and giving back. National Honor Society members are expected to complete volunteer hours and participate in service projects; active NHS membership requires 20 volunteer hours per semester. QLS activity points can be earned for service and leadership activities. Annual community outreach events include Valentines for Veterans and Trike-a-thon.
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 Student leadership is encouraged through National Honor Society, student government, and club leadership roles. Leadership activities include officers, editors, team captains, production managers and other positions that require responsibility. Model United Nations, Speech and Debate, and other clubs provide leadership opportunities and collaborative skills.
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 athletics program fosters teamwork, sportsmanship, integrity and responsibility. There are Fall, Winter, and Spring seasons for high school and middle school sports. Sports include girls volleyball, boys soccer, cross country, tennis, basketball, track, badminton, and golf. The program emphasizes learning and personal growth and good sportsmanship.
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 English is the primary language of instruction. Spanish is offered as a foreign language across campuses, with basic Spanish taught at the East Campus (Pre-School–4) and at the West Campus (ages 3–5), and Spanish taught twice weekly on the East Campus. Mandarin is taught in the Upper School, with a Lower School after-school Mandarin class once a week. ESL support is available for international students, with placement tests for Spanish and Mandarin, and language resources are integrated in the library.
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 —
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 Language is taught through total immersion in Quarry Lane's classrooms. Spanish is introduced at the East Campus for Pre-School to 4th grade and at the West Campus for ages 3–5, with all students learning Spanish twice a week on the East Campus. The Upper School offers Mandarin as a dedicated language program, and Lower School students may access a Mandarin after-school enhancement class once a week in coordination with the Upper School program. Immersion begins in third through fifth grades and is reinforced by speech, lessons, visual aids, and writing activities.
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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations The Dublin East Campus is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, the National Independent Private Schools Association, and the National Council for Private School Accreditation. The Dublin West Campus, Pleasanton East Campus, and Pleasanton West Campus are accredited by the National Independent Private Schools Association and the National Council for Private School Accreditation.
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 Now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 school year. Applications are welcome for Preschool and JK-12 tracks; the admissions team will guide families through the process. Getting Started: Create an account in Ravenna to begin the online application. The track options are Preschool; Lower School Applicants (Junior Kindergarten through Grade 5); Upper School Applicants (Grades 6 through 12); International Academy Applicants (Student Visa). Preschool: Applications are accepted year-round. Contact the campus directors to confirm availability. Enrollment through August 2026 is open; siblings have priority. Proof of immunizations, admissions forms, and a Physician's Report are required before attendance; a 30‑day probation period applies after start date and enrollment deposits are nonrefundable. Immunization records must be submitted prior to attendance. Lower School Applicants (JK-5): Quarry Lane offers two admissions cycles: Early Admission (designed for families who consider QLS their first choice, with campus preference prioritized but not guaranteed) and Regular Admission. Current families with siblings are encouraged to apply in Early Admission. Create an online Ravenna application, provide family information, and complete the Parent Report and Interview with the Admissions Office. Upper School Applicants (6-12): Quarry Lane offers two admissions cycles (Early and Regular). Create an online Ravenna account, provide family information, and complete the Applicant Interview. Applicants will also submit an Applicant Report and Essay, a Parent Report, and the required Recommendations and Report Cards/Transcripts. An Admissions Exam is required, with two assessments: a Character Snapshot completed online at home and standardized testing (SSAT, ISEE, ERB, MAP) or other accepted tests; English proficiency may be required for non-native speakers. International Academy Applicants (Student Visa): The International Academy is designed for students requiring an I-20 for a F-1 visa. Apply via the International Academy track and provide the required information (Applicant and Family Information, Parent Report, Recommendations, and Transcripts). An Applicant Interview and Assessment are required, and English proficiency considerations apply for non-native speakers. Admissions Exam: For all applicable applicants, an interview and an assessment process occur. The SSAT/ISEE/ERB/MAP tests are accepted for admissions; specific test codes are provided in the application portal. Applicants from schools where English is not the primary language may need to supply an English proficiency exam. An on-campus interview is conducted for upper grades, and the I-20 process is initiated if an offer is extended for international applicants. English Proficiency: English proficiency is an important factor in the admissions process. A TOEFL score of 95-113 or Duolingo score of 115-135 may be requested for admission, and the I‑20 process will proceed accordingly for international applicants. I-20 Form: Upon acceptance, an I-20 Form for a F-1 Student Visa will be issued.
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 Quarry Lane School offers tuition aid (need-based) to qualifying families. Funds are limited and not all families that qualify will receive assistance. To be considered, families must complete a Parent Financial Statement (PFS) through School and Student Services (SSS); the school code is 4482. The aid application window runs December through January 10, with all materials due by February 1 for consideration. After review, the Admissions Team will notify families of the final aid decision. Reach the Admissions Office at 925-829-8000 for assistance. In recent years, the average aid recipient's household income has been around $160,000.
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