Some resources on Brentwood Schools
and the Brentwood School District
Many families move to the area because of the generally well-rated Brentwood school district. There are numerous options for both public and private education. Below are some information which we hope will be of use to you. The Brentwood Union School District currently serves over 8,000 K-12 students (2008-2009 schoolyear) in 10 schools - seven K-5 elementary, and three 6-8 middle schools. The Brentwood Union School District runs on a modified traditional school calendar. The school year is usually from late-July to early-June, and includes a 10-day break in October, a 2-week winter break, and another 10-day break in March. A great resource for residents and families planning to move to the area is this Brentwood school district's website. It has a useful “locate my school” feature that lets you type in your street address and tells you what school your child is likely to go to. Of course, the answers are never guaranteed. In an active and steadily growing community like Brentwood, school boundaries change and each school likewise has a limit on the number of enrollments. Your best bet is to contact and stay connected with the district office and the individual school to request more information and to make sure you know all the requirements and deadlines way in advance. The links below will take you directly to each of the 10 schools served by the Brentwood Union School District. Brentwood Elementary School
Garin Elementary School
Paul Krey Elementary School
Loma Vista Elementary School
Marsh Creek Elementary School ** Parents Club Page here!**
Pioneer Elementary School
Ron Nunn Elementary School Adams Middle School
Bristow Middle School
Edna Hill Middle School
The Liberty Union High School District comprises three comprehensive high schools and serves Brentwood, Oakley, and other neighboring communities. The district currently has over 7,000 students for the 2008-2009 schoolyear, after growing 3.3% over last year. The rate of growth has slowed compared to previous years' 7%-10% due to the real estate slowdown.
 
The three comprehensive high schools in Brentwood area are Heritage High School, Liberty High School and Freedom High School.
Heritage High School is the newest in the district, having just opened in the 2005-2006 school year. The school has incorporated the Small Learning Communities (SLC) model and offers four academies (Engineering Technologies, Environmental Sciences, Health and Recreation, and, Law, Government and Public Service) that allow students to “major” in a particular area of interest. Parents, community members and businesses support the educational and extra-curricular opportunities at Heritage High School. Learn more about Heritage High School here.
Liberty High School also offers a similar approach, wherein students are placed in Grade Level Learning Communities (GLLCs). The students have the opportunity to select one of the following career academies beginning 10th grade: Business and Technology, Health Careers, Teaching and Learning Careers, and Arts and Humanities. Learn more about Liberty High School here.
Freedom High School is located in Oakley and serves the residential communities of Brentwood, Oakley, and Bethel Island. In the 2008-2009 schoolyear, three academies are in place, each with a particular focus and career path. The three academies are Arts and Media, Professional Human Development, and Business, Engineering, Technology & Academics. For more information on Freedom High School, click here.
For more detailed information on the Liberty Union School District, Heritage High School, Liberty High School, Freedom High School, La Paloma and Independence High School (alternative schools), and Liberty Adult education, you can also check out the district website.
Brentwood also has a host of private schools in the area. Among these private schools are: Gateway Christian School at 657 McClarren Road, (925) 634-0493
Dainty Center/Willow Wood School at 1265 Dainty Avenue, (925) 634-4539 Faith Christian Learning Center at the Green Leaves Church of God on 5400 Main Street (in Oakley), (925) 625-2161
http://www.faithchristianoakley.com Delta Christian Academy at 615 Wildrose Way, (925) 886-8700 These schools range from small to mid-sized (around 200 students). If you are interested in learning more about these schools, contact them directly.
Brentwood also has excellent childcare and/or preschool options. Some private elementary schools have preschools in them, so your kids do not need to transition from one school to another. Check to see which of them have a preschool and schedule a tour with them if you're interested in sending your child to one of these schools.
Below are some other childcare and/or preschool options in Brentwood. Call them and inquire about the services they offer.
Apple Dumpling Day Care at 780 Minnesota Ave, (925) 516-6433
Bright Star Christian Preschool and Childcare at 2200 Ventura Drive, (925) 516-4001
The Busy Little Bees Family Preschool at 1048 Spruce Street, (925) 209-3977
Celebration Christian Preschool at 624 Anderson Ave, (925) 240-5437
Crayon Club Preschool at 201 Country Court, (925) 634-1274
Little Handprints Preschool Daycare at 1100 Fairview Ave, (925) 513-1757
Montessori School of Brentwood at 1191 Balfour Road, (925) 516-2111
Smart Start Learning Center at 2882 O'Hara Ave, (925) 516-5589
Stay and Play Preschool at 771 Griffith Lane, (925) 516-6940
Sunflowers Childcare at 2963 Begonia Court, (925) 240-5209
Sunshine House at 3700 Walnut Boulevard, (925) 516-9100; at 401 Chestnut Street, (925) 634-5678; and at 2110 San Jose Ave, (925) 513-1113
Wee Care Childcare Development Center at 1275 Fairview Ave, (925) 634-5180
We are also in the process of compiling some great articles and additional web resources about education for your reference. Check back soon!
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