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Shu Ren International School

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Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

2125 Jefferson Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94703

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
Complaint visits
2
Last visit
8/28/2024
Total visits
7

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Shu Ren International School is a bilingual school in Berkeley, California that serves preschool through 5th grade using Mandarin immersion combined with the International Baccalaureate framework. The school emphasizes inquiry-based learning, personalized instruction, and nurturing the whole child through small class sizes and a close-knit community.

Philosophy
Shu Ren means 'nurturing the whole person.' The school believes every child is full of curiosity, creativity, and unlimited potential, and provides a premium private school experience that combines personalized learning, a globally recognized curriculum, and deep commitment to nurturing the whole child through passionate teachers who encourage critical thinking and meaningful connections across cultures.
Ages served
Ages 2-5 (Early Childhood/TK) through Grade 5

Programs

  • •Mandarin immersion
  • •International Baccalaureate (IB) framework
  • •Extended Day & Extracurricular Programs
  • •Summer Camp

Highlights

  • ✓Bilingual Mandarin immersion education
  • ✓International Baccalaureate framework
  • ✓Small class sizes and close-knit community
  • ✓Inquiry-based approach with focus on personalized learning

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 24, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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