Admissions Inquiries

Admissions K-6
Email | 650-209-3020

Admissions 7-12
Email | 650-209-3060
 

Learn + Visit

Space to Flourish

Come see what your friends are talking about.

The primary way families tell us they are drawn to Pinewood is by word-of-mouth, and we wouldn't have it any other way. What better testimonial could we ask for than our students and parents telling their friends and neighbors how much they love Pinewood? We invite you to experience the Pinewood magic for yourself at one of our Open House events.

Open House Events

Upper Campus (Grades 7-12)

November 11th • 9:45 am - 12:00 pm
Register Here

Middle Campus (Grades 3-6)

November 4th • 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Register Here

Lower Campus (Grades K-2)

November 4th • 9:00-11:00 am
Register Here


 

Learn More About Us

Pinewood's virtual admissions sessions will introduce you to Pinewood's history, mission, distinguishers, and the application process. Click below to hear from key members of the Pinewood community and learn more about our program and offerings.

Lower Campus (Grades K-2)
Virtual Admissions Session

Middle Campus (Grades 3-6)
Virtual Admissions Session

Upper Campus (Grades 7-12)
Virtual Admissions Session


 

Parent Tours

Parent tours are in-person and for parents of applicants only. Parents of applicants can register for a tour after completing the first two steps in their child's application portal.

"It was incredible how well the Pinewood teachers knew my son and how they recognized his strengths and then gave really actionable feedback to help him have opportunities for growth."- Pinewood Parent

Students: Applicant Visits and Interviews


Kindergarten Visit Day

Visit Days will be held at Lower Campus in groups of 8-10 applicant students and will last for 45 minutes. While on campus, prospective Kindergarteners will enjoy play-based activities while parents take part in an admissions info session. Parents will schedule a Visit Day for their child in the application portal after completing the first two steps of our application.

1st-Grade Visit Day

All 1st-grade applicants will visit Pinewood on February 8, 2024, from 4:00-5:00 pm. Students will be in a group classroom participating in phonetic awareness and math readiness activities. 

6th-Grade Visit Day

For students applying to 6th grade
Visit Days will be held at Middle Campus from 10:30 am – 1:00 pm in groups of 8-10 applicant students. While on campus, prospective 6th-graders will enjoy student-centered activities, eat lunch with Pinewood students their age, and attend a fun-filled PE class designed to foster connection. While visiting students are engaged in their activities, parents will attend a campus tour from 10:30-11:15 am. Parents will schedule a Visit Day for their child in the application portal after completing the first two steps of our application. Visit Day is a required step for 6th-grade applicants.

Upper Campus Student Visit Days

For students applying to 7th and 9th grades
Visit Days are an opportunity for prospective students to attend one class, attend a student spirit assembly, participate in Q&A with our ASB, and enjoy lunch with us. These are required for 7th and 9th-grade applicants. Parents can schedule a Visit Day for their child in the application portal after completing the first two steps of our application.

Virtual Interviews

For students applying to 7th grade
Virtual interviews for applicants to 7th grade can be scheduled in the application portal after completing the first two steps of our application.

In-Person Interviews

For students applying to 9th grade
In-person interviews for applicants to 9th grade can be scheduled in the application portal after completing the first two steps of our application.


 

Get to know Pinewood's campuses, classrooms, and community through the videos and viewbooks below.