When do classes at BVCA begin and end each day? All elementary classes (K-7th) begin each day at 8:00 AM and are dismissed 3:00 PM. Preschool classes also begin at 8 AM. The length of the day is determined by your program choice. Back to Top
What is the class size? Class sizes for grades K-5 are held at 22 students. Class size for grades 6-8 is 25. Preschool classes maintain a ratio of 1 teacher per 12 students. Back to Top
I work! Is there extended care? Extended care for Bella Vista students is available from 6:00 Am until 6:00 PM. There is an additional fee for this service. We also offer a full day "Summer Extended Care" program. Back to Top
How are student learning difficulties dealt with? Our small class sizes and highly skilled teachers allow us to provide for the diverse needs of some students. However, we may not be able to accomodate all learning needs. Please contact the administrator if you have specific questions. Back to Top
Will my child take any "standardized testing"? All students in first grade and above take a yearly standardized test. We use the Iowa Test of Basic Skills. Typically, 95% of our students score in the average to above average range. Back to Top
When is the first day of school? We utilize a "modified traditional year" calendar. The first day of school is August 1st and the last day of school normally is at the end of May. There is a 2 week intersession at the end of each quarter. Back to Top
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Bella Vista - a ministry of St. Paul's Lutheran Church - Tracy, CA
