Sand Hill School is a private school in Palo Alto that specializes in supporting bright students with learning differences such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, school-based anxiety, and ADHD.
Serving elementary and middle school students, Sand Hill provides a warm, nurturing environment with small class sizes, personalized instruction, and a strong emphasis on social-emotional learning.
As part of the Children’s Health Council (CHC), the school is dedicated to helping students build skills, confidence, and resilience so they can thrive both academically and personally.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 2-8
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Yearly Tuition: $54,540
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
Year Founded
2011
Student Body
Total Students
53 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
12 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$54,540
Admissions Director
Miki Walker
School Notes
- Sand Hill School is a private school in Palo Alto that serves bright students in grades 2–8 with language-based learning differences such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia, as well as ADHD and school-based anxiety. As part of the Children’s Health Council (CHC), Sand Hill offers a whole-child approach that supports not only academic growth but also social-emotional development, executive functioning, and self-confidence. Our small, multi-age classrooms allow for highly individualized instruction using evidence-based, multisensory methods tailored to each student’s strengths and needs. On-site specialists in occupational therapy, speech and language, and mental health collaborate daily with teachers to provide seamless support across all areas of learning. In addition to a strong academic foundation, students participate in project-based learning, arts, STEM, and physical education along with activities that make school joyful and engaging. Talent shows, plays, field trips, and community-building events give students opportunities to explore their creativity, grow their confidence, and have fun with their peers. At Sand Hill, students not only rediscover a love of learning they thrive in a supportive environment where they feel seen, valued, and excited to come to school each day.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sand Hill School cost?
Sand Hill School's tuition is approximately $54,540 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Sand Hill School?
The application deadline for Sand Hill School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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