Sand Hill School

Sand Hill School works with bright children with dyslexia, language-based learning differences, attention and social challenges. Grades 2nd-8th.

Bright children who struggled in previous classrooms are making breakthroughs at Sand Hill School. In February 2011, Sand Hill School opened its doors to seven children. Teachers skillfully help students unlock the key to feeling happy at school and excited to learn. With at 6:1 student/teacher ratio, Sand Hill School serves students who show signs of a language-based learning differences, inatten

06/11/2026

Way to Go, Sand Hill School Class of 2026! 🎓

Recently, we celebrated the Sand Hill School Class of 2026 and the incredible journeys that brought them to this milestone.

As each graduate crossed the stage, teachers and staff shared personalized reflections highlighting their growth, perseverance, and achievements. From building confidence and finding their voice to reaching academic goals once thought out of reach, every story was a testament to how far these students have come.

A special moment of the ceremony came during the presentation of the Board of Directors Award, when a monarch butterfly was released for each graduate. A beautiful symbol of transformation, growth, and the exciting journey ahead.

Congratulations, Class of 2026! We are so proud of you and can't wait to see what comes next.

06/10/2026

🏳️‍⚧️✨ There is so much to be joyful about.

Parent and REEL Co-founder Callie Turk joins us on Voices of Compassion to share how supporting her transgender daughter deepened her understanding of parenting, helped her embrace joy over fear, and showed her the importance of creating a space where every child feels safe, seen, and loved for who they authentically are.

🎧 Listen now: https://www.chconline.org/resourcelibrary/parenting-with-pride-showing-up-for-your-lgbtqia-child/

06/05/2026

Off to see the Wizard! ✨🌈

Our students wowed audiences with their enchanting performance of The Wizard of Oz. Through song, storytelling, and teamwork, our students brought the classic tale to life.

Behind every scene was weeks of preparation, practice, and determination. From memorizing lines and remembering cues to collaborating with classmates and stepping on stage in front of an audience, our students challenged themselves in countless ways. Watching their confidence grow throughout the process was just as meaningful as the performance itself.

We're so proud of our students and all they accomplished on their journey down the Yellow Brick Road. 💚

06/03/2026

📣 New Voices of Compassion Episode! 📣

What does it mean to truly show up for your child – especially when they’re trying to understand who they are themselves?

As a parent and co-founder of REEL, Callie Turk shares her family’s journey raising her transgender daughter, reflecting on the uncertainty, growth, love, and deep humanity that can exist all at once in parenting.

This conversation explores mental health, identity, family relationships, and the importance of creating spaces where young people feel safe, seen, and supported for who they are.

🎧 Listen here: https://www.chconline.org/resourcelibrary/parenting-with-pride-showing-up-for-your-lgbtqia-child/

05/28/2026

Our Sand Hill School middle schoolers set sail on an unforgettable Discovery Voyage aboard the Research Vessel Robert G. Brownlee!

Departing from the Marine Science Institute in Redwood City, students explored the San Francisco Bay while getting hands on with local marine life and ecosystems. Highlights included touching stingrays, crabs, and even a rare guitarfish, which the crew shared is not often caught!

Experiences like these bring science to life and help our students build a deeper connection to the incredible ecosystems right here in the Bay Area.

05/27/2026

📣 New Voices of Compassion Episode! 📣

What if one of the most powerful things we can offer young people is a relationship that helps them feel seen, valued, and capable of thriving? 💜

Search Institute CEO Dr. Ben Houltberg explores how developmental relationships shape identity, belonging, resilience, and hope – and why “the small things” adults do for young people aren’t really small at all.

🎧 Listen to the conversation and learn how relationships and strengths-based thinking can become the foundation for helping young people thrive. https://www.chconline.org/resourcelibrary/what-young-people-need-most/

05/18/2026

What a FUN WEEK! Spirit Week at Sand Hill School brought our community together through creativity, self-expression, and connection. From 90s Day and Team Day to dressing as personal idols and celebrating Class Color Day, students and staff showed up with enthusiasm, school spirit, and support for one another.

Moments like these reflect what makes Sand Hill School so special: a community where students feel comfortable being themselves, building confidence, and forming meaningful
connections with peers and staff along the way. 💚

05/13/2026

When both ADHD and autism are present, even everyday social interactions can take a tremendous amount of energy.

In this episode of CHC’s Voices of Compassion, Melanie Hsu, PhD shares how supporting neurodivergent children starts with understanding the invisible effort many kids are carrying every single day. 💜

🎧 Listen to the conversation and learn more about supporting children with compassion, understanding, and strengths-based care. https://www.chconline.org/resourcelibrary/autism-adhd-when-its-both/

05/06/2026

📣 New Voices of Compassion Episode! 📣

ADHD and autism can look similar on the surface – but the why underneath matters.

In this episode, we explore:
🔍 How ADHD and autism overlap
🧠 Why one can mask the other
💡 What’s really behind inattention and behavior

Because understanding the cause behind a behavior changes how we support a child. Listen here! https://www.chconline.org/resourcelibrary/autism-adhd-when-its-both/

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+16506883605

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http://www.sandhillschool.org/

Address

650 Clark Way
Palo Alto, CA
94304

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	7:45am - 3:45pm
Wednesday	7:45am - 3:45pm
Thursday	7:45am - 3:45pm
Friday	7:45am - 3:45pm