Strong foundations built with joy and purpose

Opening Fall 2027 in Hayes Valley • K-2nd grade (ages 5-8)

Upcoming: Tue, 10/27 - Zoom Info Session (drop-in) • Wed, 11/11 - Learn & Explore with Purpose (a taste of Purpose School)

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Who We Are

  • Your child’s school experience will be joyful, rigorous, and purposeful. We will partner with you to prepare your child for a life of meaning and agency.

    1. Strong academic foundations

    2. Agency over learning and progress

    3. Authentic problem-solving

    • Mornings focus on academic mastery & agency in a self-directed work cycle.

    • Afternoons are for authentic exposure and connections through projects, fieldwork, and service learning.

    • Across the day, learners practice independence, accountability, and leadership with adult support.

FAQ

What is Purpose School?

We are reimagining school with intention and purpose. We believe your child can develop as a confident, independent learner in a joyful environment that fosters their curiosity.

In preschool and early elementary, your child will:

  • develop strong foundations in math, reading, and writing,

  • develop self-management skills like time management, goal-setting, and self-regulation, and

  • practice problem-solving skills like asking good questions, formulating hypotheses, and seeking out and evaluating answers

As they move into upper elementary and middle school, your child’s curiosity will be unleashed as they build on their strong foundations to:

  • develop a sense of self-knowledge and purpose through structured reflection,

  • complete real-world projects, and

  • explore and contribute through apprenticeships, internships, and service learning.

What ages does Purpose serve?

We will be a PreK-8th grade school, but will serve ages 5-8 (Kindergarten through second grade) in our opening year. We will then add one or two grade levels per year to grow with our learners.

What does a day at Purpose look like?

Learners at Purpose School are in mixed-age classrooms where they interact with learners close to their age but learn at their own pace. A sample schedule for our lower elementary classroom is below:

8:00-8:30 am — Drop Off

8:30-8:45 am — Opening Circle

8:45-11:45 am — Morning Work Cycle (personalized activities in reading, math, geography, writing, etc. Includes regular one-on-one coaching on habits and academic progress with your child’s teacher)

11:45 am-12:45 pm — Lunch & Outdoor Time

12:45 pm-1:15 pm — Reading Block (independent reading to transition back to focused work)

1:15-2:45 pm — Afternoon Projects (real-world projects, research, and writing as well as regular opportunities for field trips, and activities in art, gardening, science experiments, etc.)

2:45-3:00 pm — Closing Circle

Note: Our Extended Day program is available from 3-5:30 pm for an additional annual fee. Please reach out to admissions@purposeschools.org to inquire about this program and financial aid options.

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Where is Purpose School?

Purpose School SF will be in Hayes Valley in San Francisco. We’re currently finalizing our site. Join our mailing list to be the first to know when we announce it!

How much does Purpose School cost?

Purpose School SF is a private school committed to serving families across income levels. We offer need-based financial aid so that each family’s out-of-pocket contribution is individualized based on their financial situation.

We’re here to support you every step of the way! Feel free to text our founder Aashna at 609-969-8411 or email aashna@purposeschools.org to learn more and explore what’s possible for your family.

What philosophy is Purpose School based on?

Some of our core principles are inspired by Montessori education, but we also draw from other evidence-based, values-aligned models and may not always resemble a traditional Montessori classroom.

We are launching with a mixed-age lower-elementary classroom (Kindergarten to 2nd grade) that will feature Montessori-style “work cycles” where children choose their work and will have access to Montessori materials and lessons, as well as other modes of learning.

Key Montessori principles we incorporate include the prepared environment, freedom within limits, natural consequences, respect for the child, and self-directed learning.

How does admissions work?

Our admissions process is designed to get to know your child deeply and help your family evaluate whether Purpose Schools is the right fit. We'll explore how we can best support your child while giving you the information you need to make the best decision for your family. Join our interest list to be notified when applications open for Purpose School SF.

Purpose Schools welcomes learners with diverse learning needs. We will work closely with your family to determine whether we can meet your child's needs in our current setting.

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