Admissions

Welcome to Phillips Brooks School!

We are delighted that you are considering Phillips Brooks and look forward to the opportunity to work with you through the admission process.

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PBS is more than a school. It is a place of discovery, transformation, and reflection. At PBS we nurture and challenge our students to become their best selves. Each day at PBS is an opportunity for our students to shine in the best possible environment conducive to learning. We encourage our students to be courageous learners and remain curious in their journey. PBS respects each child’s learning, interests, family, and development. Our warm, welcoming environment offers a low student-to-teacher ratio and provides students the opportunity to reach their fullest potential and to cultivate a community of kindness.

At PBS, you will find an unwavering commitment to…

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A supportive and collaborative learning environment
Experienced and passionately committed faculty devoted to understanding each child
A challenging and inherently differentiated academic program
A uniquely comprehensive emotional intelligence curriculum
A welcoming and inclusive community in which we encourage parent engagement and partnership to support all children

We value your desire to find the best educational home for your child and family. To learn more about us and our programs, we invite you to further explore our website and reach out if you have any questions. Please complete the online inquiry through Ravenna and feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions. We are here to support you through this process and look forward to learning more about your family.

Warmly,

Vanessa Ortega
Director of Enrollment and Strategy

Marcelino Perez
Assistant Director of Enrollment Management

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Meet the Team

Vanessa Ortega

Director of Enrollment Management & Strategy

I have worked in independent school admissions in the Bay Area for twenty years. My love of learning has motivated me to remain curious and seek opportunities that help expand my perspectives. I have witnessed, first hand, the curiosity that PBS students possess and the teachers that nurture them in and out of the classroom. I feel blessed to be in a community of learners committed and motivated to learn and push themselves outside their comfort zones. I look forward to partnering with you in support of your family's search process.

Marcelino Perez

Assistant Director of Enrollment Management

hi I'm Marcelino Perez. I was born and raised in the Bay Area and have worked at Phillips Brooks School for the last 7 years as a teacher in our Early learning center. I love the PBS community and I feel it is what makes our school unique. When not at PBS you can find me coaching or out hiking. Looking forward to spending time with everyone!

How to Apply

1	Inquire and schedule a virtual Open House tour. This will create your Application Portal login credentials but is not a commitment to apply.

2	Complete the application. There are forms for parents, teachers, and school administrators to complete.

3	Set up a virtual parent interview. This exchange of information is a vital part of the application process.

4	Set up applicant visits. Depending on the age of the applicant, a campus visit or playgroup may be required.

5	Learn about financial aid. We offer need-based aid to families who qualify – up to 100% of tuition.

Read more about the Admission Process.

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