It is best for interested individuals to attend a free session for evaluation and detailed program explanations. Alborz offers different programs for students with different levels of Farsi knowledge (from zero to advanced).

Alborz is unique in many ways. Low ratio of 1 teacher to 6 students is our outstanding factor. Additionally, our method of teaching creates and customizes lesson plans based on students’ learning abilities. We consider a lot of factors, which include but are not limited to the following:

1. Fluency of speaking
2. Age
3. Ability to learn a language
4. Home environment
5. Traveling to Iran

We incorporate drawing, coloring and songs into our program. We collaborate with Nejad World Music Center and Behnaz Art Studio.

Application is available online. You may submit it through e-mail or drop it off at Alborz.

Tuition is collected at the beginning of each odd month (January, March, May, July, September & November) for the number of sessions in two months. Classes will not meet on major holidays.

Tuition is non-refundable, but a make-up session will be offered for missed sessions only if the absence is reported in advance. For example, if you miss your session on Saturday, you may notify Alborz before Saturday and schedule a make-up session.

No, since each teacher only accepts six students per session, we would like to keep attendance as scheduled and with prior knowledge of staff.

Each student moves at her/his own pace. After passing tests and finishing a grade level, they will move on to the next level.

Early drop off and late pick up is not allowed unless on special occasions with prior arrangement with Alborz staff.

Each student has a sign-in/sign-out sheet. Parents will sign in when dropping off and sign out when picking up their child/ren.

Only parents and those who are listed on the emergency card are allowed to pick up the student. If someone else is scheduled to pick up the student/s, parents need to notify Alborz in advance and follow protocol in that regard.

No, but we always appreciate prompt payments.

Usually teachers are assigned but a teacher can be requested. Staff will work together to make that happen.

1. Email: AlborzFarsiSchool@Gmail.com
2. Text: (408) 829-8296
3. Call: (408) 829-8296
4. Discuss your vacation plans in person with Bita or Sepideh

We accept 4 year old students for Pre School (Pish-Dabestani) and 5+ year olds for first grade.

We do not offer summer camp but some students schedule multi sessions to move up faster during the summer.

Check or cash only. We do not accept credit cards.

Although it has not happened before, but if a cancelation happens for any reason, tuition will be credited to each student for the next payment period.

Each family will bring snacks every three months or so.  One will be around student’s birthday which will be celebrated at Alborz during snack time. We recommend healthy snacks such as cheese, yogurt, vegetables, etc.

1. Mondays: 5:00pm – 7:00pm
2. Thursdays: 5:00pm – 7:00pm
3. Fridays: 5:00pm – 7:00pm
4. Saturdays: Session 1: 9:00am – 11:00am / Session 2: 11:00am – 1:00pm / Session3: 1:00pm – 3:00pm

*Private sessions are offered for non-Farsi speakers and adults on different days.

Personal toys are not allowed at Alborz. Alborz has toys for students to use during snack time.

All our teachers have teaching backgrounds and 80% have teaching credential. Each teacher goes through special training before handling a class.

Parents do leave medications such as Benadryl or Epi-Pen in case if needed.

We do not encourage parents to stay but they can stay during the first few sessions until student/s feel comfortable.

Alborz has different committees for special events, which are created by parents.

Textbooks used at Alborz are the same books used in Iran. Students may purchase a set through Alborz or have a relative send it to them from Iran as long as they are the exact same books we use.

Alborz has two libraries:

1. Student Library: Books in this library are categorized by grade level. Parents or Students can check them out through one of the staff and return them in 14 days.
2. Parent Library: Novel books for parents to check out. We also have some psychology and educational books for parents.

Students who finish 5^th grade, have the opportunity to be a teacher’s assistant as a volunteer. Students can also volunteer at our event.