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Transformative Education for Future Leaders
Hillbrook School has been dedicated to educational excellence since 1935, offering a transformative JK-12 learning experience that prioritizes individualized education, social impact, and character development. Our innovative curriculum balances academic rigor with social-emotional learning, fostering curiosity, creativity, and community responsibility. With two campuses in Silicon Valley, we provide state-of-the-art facilities including the Scott Center for Social Entrepreneurship and the Hub makerspace, supporting hands-on, real-world learning.Our faculty cultivates a culture of kindness, risk-taking, and intellectual exploration, preparing students to become compassionate leaders and problem-solvers. For nearly a century, we have maintained a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring every student feels valued and empowered to reach their highest potential.
Services
Elementary Education
Middle School Programs
Upper School Curriculum
Social Entrepreneurship Education
Arts Programs
Athletics
After-School Enrichment
Student Leadership Opportunities
College Preparation
Community Engagement Initiatives
Details
- Year established: 1935
Highlights and features
- 90-year legacy of educational innovation and student-centered learning
- Curriculum integrating social entrepreneurship and hands-on, real-world projects
- Small class sizes with a 1:7 teacher-to-student ratio for personalized attention
- State-of-the-art facilities including the Scott Center and the Hub makerspace
- Comprehensive arts, athletics, and leadership programs for holistic development
Services
Elementary Education
Our Lower School program (JK-4th grade) combines academic rigor with social-emotional learning, fostering curiosity and creativity through hands-on, project-based education. Students engage in collaborative learning, develop foundational skills, and explore their identities within a supportive community. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, communication, and empathy, supported by 14 acres of outdoor learning spaces and the Hub makerspace.
Middle School Programs
Middle School (5th-8th grade) offers a balanced approach to academic challenge and personal growth, integrating DEI+JA principles with core subjects. Students participate in Reach Beyond Block, lunch clubs, and the annual Reach Beyond Week, which provides immersive, real-world learning experiences. The program emphasizes leadership development, social impact projects, and interdisciplinary exploration.
Upper School Curriculum
The Upper School (9th-12th grade) provides a passion-driven, college-preparatory curriculum with advanced courses comparable to university-level work. Students engage in design thinking, social entrepreneurship, and immersive 'Immersives' programs through the Scott Center. The San Jose campus features modern learning spaces and partnerships with local organizations to extend education beyond the classroom.
Social Entrepreneurship Education
Through the Scott Center for Social Entrepreneurship, students from JK-12 develop solutions to real-world problems, combining academic knowledge with community action. Programs include Reach Beyond Block, annual immersives, and capstone projects that challenge students to create measurable social impact while building leadership and systems-thinking skills.
Arts Programs
Visual and performing arts programs cultivate creativity, technical skill, and self-expression across all grade levels. Students engage in painting, photography, theater, music, and design through dedicated classes, electives, and extracurricular opportunities. The Hub makerspace and annual Spring Musical provide platforms for artistic exploration and community showcase events.
People
Mark Silver
Head of School
Mark Silver leads Hillbrook School's educational innovation, expanding its JK-12 program and establishing the Scott Center for Social Entrepreneurship. With decades of independent school leadership experience, he champions student-centered learning and community-driven education.
Clement Cano
Director of Performing Arts
Clement Cano oversees Hillbrook's performing arts programs, guiding students in theater productions, musical performances, and technical theater skills. His leadership fosters artistic growth and collaborative creativity across all grade levels.
Catherine Garnier
Director of Design & Innovation Labs
Catherine Garnier leads design and engineering initiatives at the Upper School campus, integrating hands-on learning with technological innovation. She develops programs that bridge arts, science, and entrepreneurship for high school students.
Questions
What grades does Hillbrook School offer?
Hillbrook provides a JK-12 education across two campuses, serving students from junior kindergarten through 12th grade with age-appropriate learning environments.
What makes Hillbrook's curriculum unique?
Our curriculum combines academic rigor with social-emotional learning, emphasizing project-based education, social entrepreneurship, and hands-on exploration through the Scott Center and the Hub makerspace.
Are there arts and athletics programs available?
Yes! We offer comprehensive visual and performing arts programs, plus competitive athletics from middle school through high school with multiple seasonal sports options.
How does Hillbrook support student leadership?
Through programs like Reach Beyond Week, Student Council, and social impact projects, students develop leadership skills through community engagement and real-world problem-solving initiatives.
What are the school's core values?
Our four core values - Be Kind, Be Curious, Take Risks, and Be Your Best - guide all aspects of our educational approach and community interactions.
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