Admissions Process


Thank you for your interest in Sterne School.

We welcome inquiries about our program at any time. To receive an application packet and set up a tour of the school, please contact our Head of School, Ed McManis, at 415.922.6081, or email emcmanis@sterneschool.org .  We're also happy to offer an educational assessment.

After we receive your application, we will send a questionnaire to compile an educational history.  Our admissions committee will contact the professionals you have identified in the release of information form.  Our goal is to ensure that your student has the potential for success in our small and structured setting.  To create the best environment for all of our students, we do not admit students whose emotional or behavioral issues are greater than their academic needs. Once Sterne is determined to be the best opportunity for a prospective student, we invite you to bring your student for a visit.  Talking with our students will allow your child to learn more about the Sterne experience.