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San Francisco Pacific Academy

United States, San Francisco

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Russian
Fees $13,500
Ages 5 - 14 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, Russian
Strengths Languages, Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies
Stages Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School
Introduction

San Francisco Pacific Academy is a private day school for students aged 5 to 14. It blends an American curriculum with bespoke elements to support a clear progression from primary through middle years. English and Russian are both used in instruction, with half of the classes conducted in English and half in Russian. Literacy in a bilingual environment is central to the school's approach, helping students develop fluent bilingual communication and cross cultural awareness. The school is fully accredited by ACS WASC, ensuring alignment with international standards. Enrichment opportunities include Dance Class, Chess Club, Art Class, and Vocal Class as after-school programs. In Arts and Creative offerings, students explore movement, drawing, painting, and singing in structured, supportive settings. The emphasis on student achievement guides daily learning, collaboration, and personal growth, fostering practical skills, creativity, and responsible citizenship. The school values global-minded learners who engage with their communities locally and globally.

sfpacificacademy.org

3301 Balboa St, San Francisco, CA 94121, United States

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The Essentials

San Francisco Pacific Academy has instruction in English, Russian.

Location
3301 Balboa Street, San Francisco, CA 94121, United States

Stages
K-8 (Kindergarten through 8th grade)

Type
Private day school
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at San Francisco Pacific Academy ranges from USD 13,500 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- Admission Test fee (Kindergarten / Grade 1): USD 50.00 — payable with the Admission Test Request Form (mail a check payable to San Francisco Pacific Academy).

Tuition fees (annual / per-term where published)

- Yearly tuition (highest grade offered, K–8 school): USD 13,500 per year.

- No publicly published per-grade or per-term tuition schedule for individual year groups was found in the school's publicly available materials; the single published figure above is the only specific annual tuition amount located.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The school's publicly posted materials describe fees for specific items (for example, the Admission Test fee) and note that some program elements carry separate charges, but a detailed, published billing schedule (term dates for invoice due dates, tuition deposit amounts, or multi‑installment payment plans) was not located in the publicly available documents. (See Admission Test instructions for payment method of that fee.)

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable. San Francisco Pacific Academy operates as a K–8 day school with published daily school hours and day‑school programs.

Other costs and recurring fees

- After‑school / enrichment classes: optional and charged separately; an additional fee per session per child applies.

- Field trips: field trip expenses are not included in tuition and are charged separately when organized.

- Tutoring / counselling: paid private tutoring or outside professional support is arranged and paid for by parents when recommended.

- Library / lost books: families are required to reimburse the school for lost library books (the handbook references reimbursement rules).

- Uniforms: a school uniform is required; uniform items are available for purchase through Schoolbelles Uniform Company (the handbook lists Schoolbelles as the vendor). Expect a separate uniform purchase cost at the vendor.

Refund information (as published)

- The school handbook indicates specific items (for example, lost library books) have reimbursement or replacement requirements; no comprehensive, publicly posted tuition‑refund policy or detailed refund schedule for tuition/registration/deposit was located in the school's publicly available materials.

Fee payment options

- Admission Test fee (Kindergarten / Grade 1): the Admission Test Request Form states the USD 50.00 test fee should be mailed with the form and a check payable to San Francisco Pacific Academy.

- Payment methods for tuition, registration deposits, recurring tuition plans, credit card acceptance, bank transfer details, or online payment portals were not found in the school's publicly available materials. For items sold through third parties (for example, uniforms via Schoolbelles), payment will follow the vendor's accepted methods.

Brief summary of findings and missing published details

- Confirmed and cited, specific items: Admission Test fee USD 50.00; a single published annual tuition number of USD 13,500 (reported for the highest grade offered); handbook statements that after‑school programs, field trips, tutoring, and uniforms incur additional charges and that uniforms are purchased via Schoolbelles.

- Not publicly published (no clear, accessible statement found): a full, per‑grade tuition schedule; per‑term tuition amounts; an itemized billing schedule (invoice due dates, tuition deposit amounts, and available payment plans for tuition); a published boarding fee schedule (school operates as a day school); and a comprehensive tuition refund policy.
Academics

San Francisco Pacific Academy teaches American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 5 to 14.

Curriculum
The school teaches in English and Russian, with half of the classes conducted in English and half in Russian. Literacy in a bilingual environment is central to the school's approach. Student achievement is the chief priority of the school. The school is fully accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS WASC). The school offers enrichment classes such as Dance Class, Chess Club, Art Class, and Vocal Class.

Student Teacher Ratio
Class sizes are small, with no more than 12 students per class.

Exam Results
SSAT score range: 2054–2388.
Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Open House visits: Visit San Francisco Pacific Academy for a weekday Open House Tour to see students and faculty in action. Open Houses are held on Wednesdays, start at 11:00, and last about one hour. The tours are led by Eleonora Nayberg, the Head of School, with help from 5th and 6th grade students who are the “connoisseurs” of life at SFPA, and at the end the Head of School answers questions.

2. Admission Test and required materials (K-1 pathway): After a preliminary visit, schedule a student evaluation, or Admission Test. The test day is a weekday at 8:30am, lasts 30 minutes, and is conducted one-on-one with a teacher. Download the Admission Test Request Form, indicate three preferred dates, and mail it back with a $50 Admission Test fee; once received, you will receive an email confirming the date. The Common Confidential Student Evaluation Form (required) must be printed, signed by the parent/guardian, completed by the child's preschool or current school, and returned to SFPA before the scheduled test.

3. Evaluation and age requirements (K-1): The Kindergarten applicant must be five years old by September 1. In addition to the test, the Common Confidential Student Evaluation Form is required and must be completed by the child's current school before testing.

4. 2-8 admission pathway notes (CTP5/SSAT): Beginning in third grade, SFPA conducts CTP5 testing as part of its evaluation framework, with SSAT used in the eighth grade for secondary school admissions.

5. Application timing and decisions (general): Families may submit application materials for the upcoming school year starting November 1, and to be considered in the first round, materials should be submitted by January 17. The decision letters are mailed within a week after the test date, and families are given a week to reflect before deciding. If space is unavailable, families may be placed on a waiting list.

6. Teacher evaluations and recommendations (K-1 and 2-8): Teacher evaluations from the child's current school are required as part of the application, and additional letters of recommendation are neither expected nor required.

7. Waiting list specifics (general): Being placed on the waiting list means enrollment may be offered if space becomes available; spaces are typically known after April 17, but openings can occur in spring and summer, and the Admissions Office will contact families who stay on the list.

Waitlist
Being placed on the waiting list means enrollment may be offered if space becomes available. Normally, spaces become available shortly after April 17, but sometimes openings occur in spring and summer. The Admissions Office will contact families who remain on the waiting list if a space becomes available.
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