// Bowman International School -- Palo Alto, California //

“Imagine our daughter arriving here from Japan, not speaking a word of English and visiting the school for the first time, quite nervously. As she stepped into the classroom, the Bowman students spontaneously formed a queue to greet her individually in Japanese! We literally saw her eyes sparkle. From that moment, our daughter felt part of the team. The student's outstanding attitude at Bowman is a reflection of the school's core values - the pursuit of both humanity and academic achievements.”

Hiroshi Menjo (Daughter/MS)

“Our daughter sets her own pace and is responsible for her weekly commitments. Bowman is proof that children can, and will self-direct in an environment of trust and accountability.”

Alexia Gilmore (Daughter/UEL)

"Starting a private school in Palo Alto might seem like opening a Mom-and-Pop store across from WalMart, given the excellence of the public school system, but that's exactly what Bowman has done successfully by focusing on a clear educational mission, keeping the quality of that education at the forefront, while at the same time carefully understanding and responding to the needs and values of the Bowman community."

Peter Christy (Son/UEL, Daughter/MS)

“Bowman enables our children to act confidently, think independently, and behave morally. What more can you ask for from a school?”

Guy Kawasaki (Son/LEL, Son/UEL)

“We appreciate the day to day flexibility our son is given, the responsibility to decide when he'll do his work, and the privilege to decide when he needs a break. Amazingly it all gets done!”

Eva Weinlander (Son/UEL)

"We have looked on in wonder, respect and appreciation as each of our children has grown and thrived at Bowman. Both of them, nurtured in their individual learning styles and exposed to rich experiences and opportunities, have excelled in core academics, as well as having built skills in multiple languages, a spectrum of unique interests beyond ‘the basics', a deep respect for world cultures and sense of individual responsibility."

Heidi Mason (Son/UEL, Daughter/MS)

“Bowman staff members understand each child's strengths and challenges. Their thoughtful, informed and caring feedback helps me guide my son's academic, social and ethical development.”

Livia Polanyi (Son/MS)

"Bowman provides an environment that brings out the best in every child, intellectually, emotionally, and socially. The cumulative effect is very impressive -- not only are our graduates well ahead of their counterparts academically, they have social skills well beyond their years, too."

Harlan Sexton (Daughter/UEL, Daughter/MS)

“The year round academic environment at Bowman keeps my children in a continuous learning mode.”

Sue Crutcher (Son/UEL, Son/MS)

“I have loved (and laughed at) some of the "goals" set for my two boys at their parent conferences. I am also amazed each time I get a report at the detail supplied about what was learned and how well. Bowman is definitely not a one-size-fits-all learning factory.”

Claire Geber (Son/LEL, Son/UEL)

“Bowman provides high quality education in a cozy atmosphere with close attention to each individual student. I am worry-free because I know my child is learning and playing in such a wonderful environment.”

Midori Nishimura (Daughter/LEL)

"We fell in love with Bowman the day our son (then in third grade) started a mud fight during recess. The teachers made it clear that they were disappointed in him, and asked him to do the school's laundry that evening. Bowman has guided our children without crushing them, and for that we are very grateful. "

Lucile Glassman (Son/MS, Daughter/MS)

“I'm particularly impressed with the entire administration and staff's dedication to each individual's success in life and learning. There is a deep commitment to finding what works best for each child. I know my child has benefited immeasurably from their approach.”

Teresa Bailey (Daughter/MS)

“We’re thrilled with Bowman International School. It combines academic strength with an international curriculum in a program that fosters self-reliance, motivation and independence.”

Carola Clavi Brown, (Daughter/LEL)

“I have known no other school where the teachers get to know each child so well. Each child is sympathetically observed, not just for academic ability, but for character, personality, talents, sociability, quirks, confidence - every aspect of a developing person.”

Keith Slipper (Son/LEL, Son/UEL)

“We sought a school that was more diverse than the other public and private schools in our area. Bowman is unmatched in its mix of international culture and the arts, in addition to core academics.”

Colin Hunter (Daughter/UEL)

“Our kids are always happy to go to school and we are happy to send them.”

Steve Glassman (Son/MS, Daughter/MS)

"Independence, responsibility, and self-motivation are the traits Bowman has instilled in our daughter. Bowman offers a diverse education that has given learning a whole new meaning."

Stacia L. Skinner (Daughter/MS)

"I've always found the public school system and educational philosophy to be fundamentally broken, and I think Bowman fixes all those problems."

Brian Schmidt (Daughter/MS, Daughter/UEL, Daughter/LEL)