Bonita Country Day School (Closed 2025)

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Bonita Country Day School (Closed 2025)

625 Otay Lakes Road
Chula Vista, CA 91913

5.00 (2 reviews)

Bonita Country Day School Photo #1 - Summer Camp 2017

Bonita Country Day School Photo #3 - Montessori Classroom

Bonita Country Day School, is a private, independent, nondenominational elementary school and Montessori preschool providing students with a superior education in a culturally diverse, family-oriented environment.

The strong academic curriculum is enhanced with a wide-range of opportunities to explore music, art, and foreign language and to pursue interests in many extracurricular activities.

The school is located in San Diego, California. Students develop skills to succeed in a safe, positive environment in which students are respected as unique individuals and are challenged to achieve their full potential.

The faculty and staff guide students in the development of necessary character traits which give each student a sense of self-worth.

Bonita Country Day School emphasizes teaching students "how to think, not what to think." This emphasis enables students to be successful not only in the classroom, but throughout life.

School Overview

School Type

Montessori School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-4

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

dyslexia, mild learning differences

Year Founded

1986

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

76 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

84%

State avg.: 52%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

5 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

12 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Navy blue bottoms and white polo uniform shirt

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,950

View national tuition avg.

Tuition Notes

Military and Sibling discounts available.

Admissions Director

Connie Gatlin

School Notes

Bonita Country Day School, is a private, independent, nondenominational elementary school and Montessori preschool providing students with a superior education in a culturally diverse, family-oriented environment. The strong academic curriculum is enhanced with a wide-range of opportunities to explore music, art, and foreign language and to pursue interests in many extracurricular activities. The school is located in San Diego, California. Students develop skills to succeed in a safe, positive environment in which students are respected as unique individuals and are challenged to achieve their full potential. The faculty and staff guide students in the development of necessary character traits which give each student a sense of self-worth. Bonita Country Day School emphasizes teaching students "how to think, not what to think." This emphasis enables students to be successful not only in the classroom, but throughout life.

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Bonita Country Day School cost?

Bonita Country Day School's tuition is approximately $8,950 for private students.

When is the application deadline for Bonita Country Day School?

The application deadline for Bonita Country Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Bonita Country Day School located?

Bonita Country Day School is located in the Bonita Long Canyon neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA.

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