- Admissions -
Early Education - Requirements
| Class | Days Offered | Age | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Year Olds | Tues / Thurs | 3 years old by 11/30 | 8:45 am - 11:45 am |
| Mon / Wed / Fri | 3 years old by 11/30 | 8:45 am - 11:45 am | |
| 4 Year Olds | Tues / Thurs | 4 years old by 12/31 | 8:45 am - 11:45 am |
| Mon / Wed / Fri | 4 years old by 12/31 | 8:45 am - 11:45 am | |
| Junior Kindergarten | 5 Day | 5 years old between 6/1 - 12/31 | 8:30 am - 12:45 am |
Each class will have a ratio of no more than 15 students to 1 teacher and 1 teacher’s aide.
Families are responsible for the following for all incoming Early Education students:
Registration is on a first come, first serve basis.
- Interview and school tour (new families only)
- Review the school's Doctrinal Statement and Early Education Handbook
- Submit the non-refundable registration fee - see Tuition and Fees (Early Education)
- Submit online application provided by the Admissions Department.
- Send in your child’s Chancy and Bruce Early Childhood Development screening results.
- As mandated by the State of California, children 8 months - 4 years must have received immunizations required by California law. Parents must submit their child’s immunization record as proof before admission is complete. The following immunizations are thus required:
3 Polio ~ 4 DTaP ~ 3 Hep B ~ 1 MMR ~ 1 Hib* ~ 1 Varicella *at least 1 dose after first birthday
Elementary/Junior High - Requirements
- Recognize and name the letters of the alphabet.
- Know, say, and print their first and last name.
- Understand directions – up, down, over, under, in front of, behind, etc.
- Be able to follow three consecutive directions (e.g. “Walk over to the bulletin board, pin a star on the board and return to your seat.”)
- Be able to correctly hold and manipulate a pencil and scissors as tools.
- Be able to jump with two feet together, hop, balance on one foot (large motor skills).
- Be able to put on their own shoes (not necessarily tie).
- Be able to button and zip their own sweater or jacket.
- Recognize and name numbers 1-10.
- Be able to count numbers 1-20.
- Be able to sit still and listen to a story.
- Be able to identify shapes.
- Be able to identify colors.
- Sit at a table.
- Remain on task for 10-15 minutes.
- Respect the authority of the classroom teacher.
- Demonstrate appropriate social skills.
- Interact cooperatively with peers.
Families are responsible for the following for all incoming students:
- Submit online application provided by the Admissions Department
- Complete a personal interview with an administrator
- Read and sign the school's Doctrinal Statement
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Read and sign the
Parental Agreement
- Submit the non-refundable registration fee - see Tuition and Fees (Elem/JH)
- Download the Student/Parent Handbook to learn about school policies and procedures.
- Submit a copy of student’s certified birth certificate
- Submit a copy of student’s immunization record
- Submit a current photograph of parents (to be used for identification purposes only)
- If transferring from another school, submit a copy of your student’s most recent report card or transcript
- Student assessment testing may be necessary
- Kindergarten Only (age 5 years by September 1)
- Complete the CA Report of Health Examination for School Entry Form
- Complete a Health History Report
- Submit Chancy and Bruce Early Childhood Development Readiness screening results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Each applicant is scrutinized carefully and prayerfully. All those wishing to teach at Stoneybrooke must submit a hand-written testimony along with their application. During the interview process questions concerning the applicant’s spiritual standing are asked to ensure that those who teach at Stoneybrooke are mature Christians with a good background of Bible knowledge.
Are all of your teachers credentialed?
Yes. All of the K-8 teachers hold two credentials: one is the Association of Christian Schools International credential and the other is a state credential.
What curriculum do you use?
The school uses a variety of curricula. For history and science ONLY Christian text books are used. For other subject areas Stoneybrooke utilizes a variety of other publishers such as Prentice Hall, Harcourt, Pearson, etc.
Where do most of your students attend high school when they graduate from the 8th grade?
Former students can be found in every public and most private high schools in the area. Stoneybrooke does not recommend one high school over another.
Is Stoneybrooke a school for just the brightest students?
No, Stoneybrooke accepts students who are average to above average into its program. High expectations, a structured, loving environment, a challenging curriculum and excellent teachers are many of the reasons why students score so high on their SAT testing.
Are parents required to donate a certain amount of time each year to the school?
No. There are no time requirements for parents at all. Volunteerism is encouraged but there is no reduction in fees or requirements for volunteering.
Is Stoneybrooke looking to build a high school sometime in the future?
With the number of public and private high schools in the area, Stoneybrooke has decided not to pursue a high school but rather put its resources into improving programs for the Preschool, Elementary, and Junior High.
What are the homework requirements?
Homework is mandated to no more than an average of about 10 minutes per grade level for elementary. Junior high students can expect about 75 minutes per night on an average.
Do you have chapel or worship time?
Yes, students meet once a week for chapel for a time of worship and Bible teaching by administration, teachers, and sometimes students.
Does Stoneybrooke have enrichment classes like PE, music, computers, etc.?
Yes, besides their regular classroom teacher the students have music, computers, P.E., and science lab with teachers who specialize in those areas.
What is the teacher to student ratio?
Stoneybrooke strives to limit class size to a maximum of 24 students.
When does the school day begin and end?
The school day begins at 8:15 am for the elementary schools and at 8:00 am for the junior high. The day ends at 2:45pm Monday through Thursday and at 1:45pm on Friday for elementary schools. Junior high classes end at 2:35pm Monday through Thursday and 1:45pm on Friday.
What grades make up junior high?
The junior high program consists of 7th and 8th grades only.
Are students tracked on ability in junior high?
Tracking only occurs in math where some exceptional students may be eligible to take Algebra 1 in 7th grade and Geometry in 8th. Most students take Pre-Algebra in 7th grade and Algebra 1 in 8th.
What student activities are available in junior high?
After school sports, music lessons, student council, praise band, speech meet, spelling bee, Math Olympics, and more.
How many class periods are there in a day?
A typical junior high day includes seven periods, approximately 45 minutes each, plus a morning break and lunch.
What junior high elective classes are available?
Typically, the school offers Spanish I, literature, art, drama, music appreciation, technology, yearbook, and debate/current events. Each year additional offerings vary.
Does Stoneybrooke accept government funding?
No, the expenses of the school are funded almost entirely through the tuition and fees.
Are there fund raising activities parents are required to participate in each year?
No, students never raise money for the school through the sale of candy bars, wrapping paper, etc. Normally, Stoneybrooke will hold two major fundraising events per year: a banquet and auction in the fall and a golf tournament in the spring. These fundraising events support special projects that are determined by the administration each year.
What is a National Blue Ribbon School?
Out of over 70,000 elementary schools nationwide, Stoneybrooke was awarded the National Blue Ribbon of Excellence in Education in October 2012. Only three Christian schools nationwide were acknowledged for their superior academic program and Stoneybrooke was one of them. Read more about this award here.
General Information
Absences
Parents must fill out a Planned Absence (Family Vacation) Request for Assignments form at least one week prior to the expected absence. This will allow the teacher ample opportunity to discuss with the parent the child’s current academic progress and potential negative impact of a lengthy absence and provide the needed assignments. Here are the links to the forms – Elementary and Junior High .
Accreditation
Stoneybrooke Christian School is fully accredited through WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges) and ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International). Stoneybrooke has received a 6 year term of accreditation, the highest ranking possible, signifying there is substantial evidence that a level of acceptability and progress will continue for a six-year period when a full re-evaluation and visit will occur. The accreditation process holds our school accountable for a complete documentation of an intensive appraisal of each component of our ministry.
Before and After School Care
- Morning childcare is available to all students, JK – 8th grades, from 7:30 am to 8:00 am.
- Stoneybrooke also childcare for K – 8th grades, from 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm.
- See the current Fee Schedule for rates.
Common Core Standards
Please review the following document to understand the school’s view on the National Common Core Standards.
Discipline
Stoneybrooke promotes a positive environment where students feel safe and accepted. Our classrooms are orderly and structured. Discipline issues are addressed on an appropriate level and with a firm and loving manner. Disruptive behavior is handled by the teacher or teacher’s assistant first and then by administration if necessary. Parents are always kept informed of serious negative behavior.
Field Trips
The expense for field trips is included in the annual tuition with the exception of a few junior high outings. Kindergarteners typically experience 7 field trips per school year. Upper grades go on an average of 3 to 4 field trips per school year.
Immunization Requirements
California state immunization requirements must be met by all enrolling students. A current copy of your child’s immunization record must be submitted prior to your child attending class. The state of California requires that all students have the following immunizations for school entry:
- DTP (5 doses)
- Polio (4 doses)
- MMR (2 doses)
- Hepatitis B (3 doses)
- Varicella (1 dose) *or doctor documented case of chicken pox
- For older students, a Td (tetanus & diphtheria) booster is recommended every 5 years
Lunch and Snack
Students need to bring a snack and lunch to school daily. As a lunch option, students may order from our vendor,
Choicelunch . Orders are placed directly with our hot lunch vendor on a monthly, pre-order basis.
Non-discriminationatory Policy as to Students
The school admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
Parental Involvement
Parental involvement is encouraged through a variety of opportunities throughout the year such as the Fall Carnival, Christmas Store, Room Moms, Stoneybrooke Parent Organization (SPO), and other venues.
Religious Requirements
Students and parents are not required to be evangelical Christians in order to gain admission. However, students will participate in chapel times and be required to memorize Bible verses plus participate in the daily half hour of class time set aside for Bible study.
Spring Trips
Each year 2nd through 7th grades go on an extensive Spring Trip for three days and two nights. 8th grade goes on an exciting seven day Spring Trip. Spring Trips are not included in the tuition fees and are an additional expense. All students are expected to attend these
exciting and educational trips. They are as follows:
- 2nd and 3rd grades: Rawhide Ranch , Bonsall, CA
- 4th grade: Sacramento, CA
- 5th grade: Catalina Island Marine Institute
- 6th grade: Astro Camp , Idyllwild, CA
- 7th grade: Camp Oakhurst, Coarsegold, CA
- 8th grade: Washington, DC and New York City
Supplies
Students are provided with writing paper and pencils as part of the tuition fee but parents are asked to provide their students with other amenities such as ruler, crayons, scissors, etc. A class supply list will be provided at the beginning of each school year.
Tuition
Rates are available by downloading the current
Fee Schedule.
Uniforms
All students wear uniforms each day. Free dress days occur about once per month and there are a variety of themed spirit days throughout the year. Check the student handbook for free dress guidelines. Uniforms are purchased from
Dennis Uniforms in Mission Viejo. “Chapel dress” is required one day per week – boys need to wear a tie and girls need to wear a skirt or jumper.
Volunteering
In order to volunteer for a position involving the supervision or custody of minors, you must complete the appropriate requirements below depending on the level of service you will provide.
LEVEL ONE REQUIREMENTS ‐ Classroom helper (skip the level one application if you are applying for level 2 or 3)
- Fill out this VOLUNTEER APPLICATION and sign the applicant’s statement
- Agree to a background check
LEVEL TWO REQUIREMENTS ‐ Field Trip Volunteer or Driver for school related activities (Sports, ACSI Events, Field Trips, etc.)
- Complete the requirements for a Level 1 volunteer (see above)
- Submit two PERSONAL REFERENCE FORMS
- Drivers must also complete the
VOLUNTEER DRIVER APPLICATION and show proof of auto insurance
LEVEL THREE REQUIREMENTS – Spring Trip Chaperones, Athletic Coach or Hot Lunch Worker
- Complete the requirements for a Level 2 volunteer (see above)
- Complete a Live Scan Screening – contact your school’s office for more information
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