Our Programs
Our Programs
The Hillside School offers full-time, part-time, and single-class options as well as tutoring and educational therapy. Classes may be taught in person, online, or in a hybrid format. Students with ADD/ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, anxiety or depression are some of the few reasons they find Hillside to be the right fit.
If you are considering homeschooling or alternative education options, Hillside may be a strong fit, as we share a similar philosophy that emphasizes personalized attention and support for each individual student.
DAY SCHOOL:
Our day school serves students in grades 6-12, offering a unique learning environment. Small class size and dedicated teachers combine to individualize and maximize each student’s opportunities for success. We are fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, our courses are University of California and NCAA approved. This qualifies our students for admission to colleges and universities nationwide.
View a complete list of all our accredited course offerings and their descriptions here.
Rolling Admissions
ONE-ON-ONE CLASSES:
Some students work best with a student teacher ratio of 1:1. The best part of this set-up is the class meets whenever it is best for the student. Several core courses are offered that meet A-G requirements for the student that benefits from a personally tailored class.
To enroll in One-On-One Classes, fill out this registration form.
DUAL ENROLLMENT:
For some students there may be a subject or two that really gives them trouble. Taking a few classes at The Hillside School can ease the stress of a hard to follow class at another high school. This program is perfect for the student who has a spot in their school day schedule to take a class that is difficult for them in a large environment. Most students in this program are able to take the class and return to their normal high school to participate in all of their home school activities. Small class size and excellent teachers make this an ideal option.
WINTER SESSION:
Students enrolled in our Winter Session have the opportunity to earn a full semester or a full year of credit in a range of core academic subjects. Modeled after our highly regarded five-week summer school program, these courses are delivered in a fully online, asynchronous format, providing flexibility for students who may find summer classes inconvenient, wish to advance their studies, or need to recover credits. The program is best suited for self-directed learners who thrive in independent study settings. Instructors maintain regular availability through email correspondence and scheduled Zoom office hours to ensure academic support and guidance. Each course requires a minimum enrollment of five students to be offered.
Dates: Dec. 22, 2025-Jan. 23, 2026
OTHER PROGRAMS:
Tutoring/Educational Therapy
We offer specialized one-on-one after school assistance that is student as well as subject focused for all ages. Each student has different reasons for being challenged by a particular subject. Educational Therapy is a chance to learn skills, gain insight and improve subject knowledge by learning how one learns and how to use one’s academic strengths to overcome the academic weaknesses. Educational Therapy helps improve weaknesses while showing how to use one’s academic strengths.
Test Prep
Another specialty of The Hillside School is helping students learn how to take standardized tests such as high school entrance exams such as the ISEE or HSPT.