Frequently Asked Questions
Answers for families considering Mission Hills' Union City (TK–8) and Castro Valley (TK–5) campuses.
About Mission Hills
What is Mission Hills School?
Mission Hills School is a private school serving Transitional Kindergarten through 8th grade across two East Bay campuses, in Union City and Castro Valley, California. The school
focuses on small classes, hands-on STEM and technology education, and a well-rounded academic program covering math, science, language arts, world languages, and the arts.
What grade levels and campuses does Mission Hills offer?
Mission Hills has two campuses. The Union City campus (Mission Hills Middle School) serves Transitional Kindergarten through 8th grade. The Castro Valley
campus (Mission Hills School) serves Transitional Kindergarten through 5th grade.
How long has Mission Hills been serving East Bay families?
Mission Hills has been educating East Bay students for over 15 years, with a consistent focus on small class sizes and a balance of academics, creativity, and hands-on
innovation.
Academics & STEM
Does Mission Hills have a STEM program?
Yes. Mission Hills' technology and STEM program includes coding in Scratch, Python, JavaScript, and HTML; robotics with Edison robots, Sphero, and LEGO Mindstorms; Arduino electronics
projects; and 3D design and printing using TinkerCAD. Students take part in hands-on challenges and competitions such as Battle Bots, Sphero Bowling, and a Mission to Mars engineering project,
alongside instruction in digital citizenship and online safety.
What is Mission Hills' class size and student-to-teacher ratio?
Mission Hills keeps class sizes small, typically between 15 and 24 students, so teachers can give each student more individual attention.
What subjects are part of the core curriculum?
The core curriculum spans math, science, English and creative writing, French and Spanish, physical education, and the arts, in addition to the school's technology and STEM coursework.
Separate curriculum tracks are offered for elementary and middle school students.
Admissions & Tuition
How do I enroll my child at Mission Hills?
Families can schedule a campus tour through the school's website and speak with staff about enrollment. Mission Hills accepts applications on a rolling, first-come first-served basis
rather than a single fixed deadline.
Is enrollment open year-round?
Yes. Mission Hills offers year-round open enrollment on a first-come, first-served basis, so families can apply at any point in the school year, subject to space
availability.
How much is tuition at Mission Hills?
Tuition varies by campus and grade level. Contact the Union City or Castro Valley campus directly, or see the current fee schedule on the school's website, for exact rates.
Do you offer sibling discounts or financial aid?
Contact Mission Hills directly to ask about sibling discounts, payment plans, or financial assistance for the current school year.
Do you offer summer programs?
Yes. Mission Hills runs summer workshops covering Engineering, Math, Robotics, English, and a Creative Studio track, typically running six weeks over the summer with full-session and
weekly enrollment options.
Campus & Logistics
Where are your campuses located, and how do I contact each one?
The Union City campus (Mission Hills Middle School) can be reached at (510) 493-2189. The Castro Valley campus (Mission Hills School) can be reached at (510) 317-8627.
Can I schedule a tour?
Yes. Tours can be requested through the tour request page on the Mission Hills website, or by calling the campus you're interested in directly.
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