Why are you called Broadway?
Our original facility was in a church on Broadway in downtown Oakland where the YMCA now stands. We moved into our current location in Adams Point in 1984.

Is Broadway affiliated with a church or other organization?
No. Broadway Children's School is an independent nonprofit and not affiliated with any other organization.

What is Broadway's policy on diversity?
Our school is committed to reflecting the diversity of the Oakland community through our programs, staff, and enrollment. We welcome children from all denominations, creeds, and races. To help us with this commitment, we have a parent-lead Diversity Committee that works with the staff to bring diverse applicants to the school and to encourage all Broadway families to share their cultures and interests in the classroom.

We use the Anti-Bias Curriculum of the National Association of Education of Young Children (NAEYC) as our guide.

How competitive is admissions into the school?
Typically we receive far more applications than we have available spots. Admission preferences are given to children whose families have a previous affiliation with the school. Additional spaces are filled on the basis of a lottery, giving preference to neighborhood children and diversity presently underrepresented in the school population.

Where do most of the Broadway families live?
Most of our families live in or around Oakland, Piedmont and Berkeley.

What level of parental involvement is expected?
We encourage parent participation but it is not required. Part of what makes our school special is the level of parental involvement at the school. We don't have any specific criteria for all parents to follow, and we know that some parents may not have as much time to give as others. The more involved you are at the school, the more you'll feel a part of the community.

Do you offer any additional parent education classes?
We typically offer several parent education nights per year. In these classes, we discuss important issues relating to children's development including behavior/discipline, nutrition, pre-reading info, and others. Sometimes we bring in an expert in the field to the class.

Is financial aid available?
Financial aid is available for those who need assistance in paying for tuition. There is a limited amount that is offered to those that qualify.

Does the school accomodate children with allergies and asthma?
Yes, the school does work with children and families dealing with these issues, and we do everything we can to accommodate their needs.