Nov 2007

I'm interested in any experiences or information about Sunnyhills School in Marin County. It believe it's a not-for-profit CA-accredited treatment setting for adolescents, and Alameda County Public Health may be recommending it for my 16-year-old daughter, who has ADHD & (possibly) a mood disorder. Thanks! Louise

Albany wanted my son to attend Sunnyhills. We looked at the school and decided it wasn't the right fit. My son has depression and it isn't a therapeutic school. It seemed just like a very structured school with an uninspired curriculum--a holding ground to get them through high school. It looked like the place districts sent the kids they didn't want to deal with. We were told that kids were not allowed to contact each other outside of school....no phone calling, no hanging out, etc. High school is a very social time and that didn't seem right. I understand their logic....they are trying to control the kids. I hope this helps. You should definitely take a tour and ask lots of questions. anonymous