Here are a few of the questions we are frequently asked. The school was founded in 1911 by Leila and Mabel Cooper. Since 1934 it has been operated as an independent, nonprofit educational corporation, governed by a self perpetuating Board of Trustees. Members of the Board, administration, and faculty are Christian Scientists, but the school has no affiliation with any church. Christian Scientists believe that man is created in God's image and likeness, and that we are limited only by self-imposed beliefs and fears.
All children are inherently intelligent, good, inquisitive, and uniquely talented.
Our teachers work with students to help them realize their full potential. Berkeley Hall School is committed to educating the whole child, which includes nurturing the intellectual, moral, social, artistic, and physical capabilities of students. Religion is not taught as a school subject. No, they are not related in any way. Christian Science is based in the Bible, both the Old and New Testaments, and the writings of Mary Baker Eddy.