Admissions
Welcome
We are delighted you want to know more about Bentley School. Our K-12 community is infused with a love of learning, curiosity, and joy in discovery, guided by meaningful relationships that make learning a lifetime pursuit.
Across our Lower, Middle, and Upper School divisions, our exceptional faculty develop students of character, inspire purpose, and build community. We enroll 700 students in grades K-12 on our two campuses in Oakland and Lafayette.
The best way to experience Bentley is by scheduling a visit, and we will be offering virtual or in-person tours beginning in mid September. In the meantime, we encourage you to explore our website, which provides information about our academic curriculum, leadership opportunities, diverse community, athletic programs, community events, and more.
The best way to experience Bentley is by scheduling a visit, and we will be offering virtual or in-person tours beginning in mid September. In the meantime, we encourage you to explore our website, which provides information about our academic curriculum, leadership opportunities, diverse community, athletic programs, community events, and more.
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700
Student enrollment -
53%
Students of color(self-identified) -
7:1
Student-teacher ratio -
77%
Faculty with advanced degrees (Upper School) -
28%
Families who receive some form of financial assistance
Many Paths of Purpose
Bentley prides itself on being a community that supports broad exploration while fostering a collaborative focus. Our academic program challenges students to find their passions in a developmentally appropriate yet invigorating atmosphere.
Our curriculum celebrates independent thinking and diversity, encouraging students to discover both their own talents and the role they can play in the world around them. Our faculty and deans help students thrive academically and develop their own voice.
Applying to Bentley
The process of applying to Bentley differs depending on your student’s entering grade. Please visit our Application Process page for step by step instructions and requirements.
Our admissions team is available to answer any questions you have about our program or the admissions process itself. If you would like to schedule a phone or a one-on-one video call, please select an available time slot from the link below, and someone from our Admissions Office will reach out to you directly.
Our admissions team is available to answer any questions you have about our program or the admissions process itself. If you would like to schedule a phone or a one-on-one video call, please select an available time slot from the link below, and someone from our Admissions Office will reach out to you directly.
Application Deadlines
January 6, 2022
Grades 9–12 completed applications due.
January 20, 2022
Grades K–8 completed applications due.
NOTE: Online applications will open on Wednesday, September 1, 2021.
Grades 9–12 completed applications due.
January 20, 2022
Grades K–8 completed applications due.
NOTE: Online applications will open on Wednesday, September 1, 2021.
Interested in applying to Bentley School?
Click below to begin the application process.
Click below to begin the application process.
