Escuela Bilingüe Internacional vs The Quarry Lane School - Dublin East Campus
Escuela Bilingüe Internacional and The Quarry Lane School - Dublin East Campus are both in San Francisco, about 37 km apart. Both schools offer IB and Bespoke programmes, and The Quarry Lane School - Dublin East Campus also offers Advanced Placement (AP). Published annual fees are $34,810 - 43,630 at Escuela Bilingüe Internacional and $28,480 - 65,410 at The Quarry Lane School - Dublin East Campus, which puts The Quarry Lane School - Dublin East Campus roughly 20% higher. Escuela Bilingüe Internacional takes pupils from 3 to 14, and The Quarry Lane School - Dublin East Campus from 1 to 18.
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
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Pupil nationality mix
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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
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Country affiliation
Country affiliation
United States
Country affiliation
United States (California).
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation
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School day structure
School day structure
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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
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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.
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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.
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership
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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
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
Higher education progression
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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
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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
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning
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Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
English as an additional language
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English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
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Facilities overview
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Sports facilities
Sports facilities
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Sports facilities
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Academic facilities
Academic facilities
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Academic facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
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Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
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History
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Community
Community
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Community
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Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association
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Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual
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Arts & creative
Arts & creative
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Arts & creative
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Cultural & language
Cultural & language
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Cultural & language
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Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies
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Community & service
Community & service
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Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
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Language provision
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Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
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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.
