ADMISSIONS
Thank you for considering Happy Hall Schools for your child’s first educational experience. We provide a nurturing, inclusive environment across multiple sites, where children are encouraged to explore, grow, and develop a love for learning. With small class sizes, dedicated teachers, and a curriculum focused on experiential learning, outdoor exploration, and life skills development, Happy Hall is the ideal place for your child to thrive.
Our admissions process is tailored to each program and age group. To find the best fit and learn about our specific enrollment steps, please feel free to contact us or read more about the process below.
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Call/Text: 650.583.7370
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Email: info@happyhall.com
EVENTS
EARLY LEARNING
At Happy Hall School, we aim for our admissions process to be a welcoming and informative first step for families considering joining our community. It’s important for us to ensure a good fit between what our school offers and what each child and family needs.
Family Tour (Required)
All interested families are required to tour our school as the first step in the admissions process. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to witness our vibrant learning spaces, our enriching programs, and our nurturing environment firsthand.
Acceptance Communication
Upon review, our Director will communicate directly with you regarding the acceptance of your child into our program and will inform you about the earliest possible start date.
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We’ve designed our admissions process to be straightforward yet comprehensive, focusing on mutual alignment with our school’s philosophy and values. Being admitted to Happy Hall School is about joining a community where education and relationships are treasured, and we hope every family feels a sense of pride and belonging from the very start.
We eagerly look forward to meeting you and your child and hopefully embarking together on an exciting journey of discovery, growth, and joyful learning!
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Waitlist Process
We maintain a waiting list to accommodate families interested in joining Happy Hall School when our programs are at full capacity. If there are no immediate openings at the time of your application, you have the option to be placed on our waiting list.
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To secure a spot on the waiting list, there is a $50 non-refundable fee.
We value the interest and patience of each family on our waiting list and feel delighted every time we can welcome a new member into our vibrant learning community.​​
SCHOOL-AGE
Looking for our After School Programs?
For Information for the 2026-2027 School Year, please visit www.stratalearningafterschool.com
CAMPS
EXPANDED LEARNING CAMPS
School-Year (Millbrae Students)
Our School-Year Camps are held at each of our Millbrae Elementary School Locations:
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Green Hills
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Lomita Park
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Meadows
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Spring Valley
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Ocean Shore
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Students attending Taylor Middle School can participate in our Teen Leader in Training program and any of our four school-year camp locations. Our Green Hills location is within walking distance of Taylor Middle School.
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School-Year Camp enrollment will be sent out to all Millbrae families.
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Summer Camp (Millbrae Students)
A part-day summer camp will be available to students attending Summer School.
Your school will contact you if you are eligible to attend summer school.​​
WHAT FAMILIES ARE SAYING
We feel incredibly lucky to have found Happy Hall. From day one, the staff welcomed our family with open arms and made us feel right at home. Our son has grown so much. He’s more confident, social, and engaged. They go beyond academics, helping kids develop respect and kindness toward others. We’ve looked at other programs, but Happy Hall’s approach stands out because they genuinely focus on each child’s strengths and needs. It’s a special place, and we’re grateful to be part of it.
